The Role of Self-Defense Exercises in Preventing Injuries in Wrestling
Keywords:
Self-defense, Wrestling, Training, Injury Prevention, Technique Improvement.Abstract
Self-defense techniques in wrestling are critical for ensuring the safety of athletes, minimizing injuries, and enhancing performance. Effective self-defense training enables wrestlers to fall safely, maintain balance, and quickly recover into a combat-ready stance.
While wrestling techniques have been extensively studied, limited research focuses on structured self-defense exercises designed to improve safe falling strategies and their impact on wrestler performance and injury prevention.
This study evaluates the effectiveness of self-defense exercises in wrestling training through systematic test methods, independent of technical wrestling maneuvers. The exercises are categorized into backward, sideways, and forward falls, with a focus on biomechanics and impact reduction.
Results indicate that structured self-defense training enhances wrestlers' ability to fall safely without injuries, improves their reaction speed in recovering after a fall, and builds confidence in executing throws and defensive maneuvers.
The study confirms that wrestlers who incorporate self-defense exercises demonstrate better injury prevention, technical stability, and improved overall performance compared to those who rely solely on traditional wrestling techniques.
The findings underscore the importance of integrating systematic self-defense training into wrestling programs. This approach can benefit athletes by enhancing safety, reducing the risk of injuries, and improving competitive performance, contributing to the overall effectiveness of wrestling training methodologies.
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