The spear is a classic finishing move, ideal for any wrestler's arsenal. As theatrical as it may sound, it is surprisingly easy to learn. You just have to make sure you do it correctly, so that the attack looks real and that no one gets hurt.
Steps
Part 1 of 3: Preparing for the Spear
Step 1. Prepare to approach the opponent
Position yourself about 4 or 5 running steps away from him. Make sure you are facing each other. Lean your back slightly forward and bend your knees to be ready to shoot. Spread your arms slightly and bring them forward, so that you can grab the other wrestler.
Before starting the move, make sure your opponent understands that you are going to hit him with a spear. Performing this maneuver on a distracted wrestler can result in serious injury for both of you. In addition to being aware of what you are going to do, the other wrestler also needs to know which side you will perform the technique on. If in doubt, don't hit it. It's not worth the risk
Step 2. Run towards your opponent
Maintain a medium pace so that the move feels authentic but still has time to react. Try to take a run so that you plant your foot right in front of him. If you get too far forward or too far back, it would be more difficult to deliver the impact at the right moment. Don't run directly towards him. Aim slightly to his right or left, so that you are in the correct position when you collide.
Step 3. Lower your head as you approach
The ideal spot to hit your opponent with a spear is the lowest part of his ribcage. Lower your head so that your shoulder is aligned with the center of the other wrestler's chest when you are two or three paces away from him. You must be absolutely sure that the shoulder is in the right place, so as not to make the impact with the head.
Step 4. Prepare your shoulder and arm for contact
You have to be ready to hit the opponent one step before you hit impact. Extend your arm closest to him, so that the bicep is perpendicular to the neck. Bend your elbow slightly forward to prepare to accompany the other fighter's fall. The inside of the palm and elbow should be facing towards him.
Part 2 of 3: Perform the Spear
Step 1. Hit the opponent with the arm and shoulder, in the center of the chest
You should arrive at the impact against the lowest part of his ribcage, keeping his neck and head under his arm. Try to hit it all over your body to distribute the force of the impact and minimize the pain.
- Make sure you don't hit him with your head and neck. In that case, you could suffer serious and permanent injuries. Regardless of how many times you have successfully followed a spear, you must always keep this in mind. Several professionals have been forced to end their careers due to an incorrectly executed spear.
- Don't hit him in the belly. That way, you would hurt him a lot and cause him to spin forward. If you think the impact will come too low, stop the move by stopping or rolling away from your opponent.
Step 2. Accompany him
You must grab the opponent's chest with one arm to perform the move correctly. If you didn't, you wouldn't be able to maintain contact with his body and the maneuver would be more like a shoulder that has a spear. You will likely be able to bring your arm forward just long enough to reach your back. However, don't try to grab him as far back as possible, or you'll risk leaving your elbow under his body when you fall.
Step 3. Accompany him in the fall
As soon as the impact comes, your opponent will start falling backwards. Keep holding it and follow it to the mat throughout the movement. This gives the impression that you are pushing him to the ground, even if in reality you are just accompanying him.
Step 4. Land on one hand and one knee to protect yourself and your opponent
Avoid falling on him or hitting the mat with full force. About halfway through the fall, bring one knee and outer arm forward to cushion the impact. You may prefer to land on one knee over the other, but it's probably easier to use the opposite leg to the one you took the last step with.
At first, it might seem like you're clumsy, but even today many pros land on one hand and one leg when they hit their opponent with a spear. They simply learned how to do it quickly, to give the impression of overwhelming the opponent. Pay attention to the movements of your favorite wrestler and you will probably notice this particular one
Step 5. Keep moving
You never have to stop, so as to give the impression that the impact was devastating. Move forward after landing, starting with the shoulder you hit the opponent with. In this way, it will appear that you used all your weight in the execution of the move, destroying the other wrestler.
Part 3 of 3: Cashing in a spear
Step 1. Raise your arm closest to the attacker before he hits you
Lift it to the side, bringing it almost parallel to the shoulder. Don't do it too soon, or the move will seem fake; try to take a step before making contact. You will not be able to properly cushion the blow if your arm is held still by the opponent and you could injure your shoulder if you fall badly.
Step 2. Perform a back bump on contact
This technique is what allows wrestlers to land safely on their backs during matches. Mastering it is essential for anyone who wants to learn wrestling moves. If you don't know how to do it, don't try the spear. Practice on your own until you are able to do it correctly.
- Lean back just before making contact. You should rotate at your hips so that your back is tilted towards the mat. Don't push yourself too far back. You should still be able to keep the weight on both feet. In fact, putting all the weight on the heels, it would be difficult to bring the legs forward.
- Upon impact, bring your legs forward. It will probably be easier for you to move them one at a time, but try to do it almost at the same time. You must give the impression that the opponent has completely knocked you off the ground and not that you have simply been pushed.
Step 3. Hit the mat with the fullest part of your back
Put your hands on your back. You will notice that the core is best protected by muscle and fat. This is the one that must arrive first on the ground. Do not lean to one side, so that the impact is spread over as much surface area as possible. For the same reason, don't lean forward so your spine doesn't hit the mat first.
Make sure you don't hit the carpet with your head. You shouldn't hit the impact with such force that you can't control the movement of your neck. Then still suffer head injuries even when landing on a wrestling mat
Step 4. Slam your arms on the ground
You should hit the carpet by holding them perpendicular to your neck and spine. Move them at the exact moment of impact. This helps to better distribute the force of the fall as well as produce a loud noise, which makes the move more believable.
It is up to you to decide whether to slam your legs on the ground or keep them raised in the air. The blow sounds more brutal if you keep your legs high, but the impact noise will be louder if you take them to hit the mat. Try both techniques and choose the one you prefer. It pays to master the two versions, so you can use both and make the moves look more realistic
Step 5. Make the move credible
No one is strong enough to be able to get up immediately after receiving a brutal spear. Roll onto your back for a few moments. He gropes in search of air and brings his arms towards the sky. When you get up, stumble and touch your back in pain. Make a face in pain and everything you can think of to make the effect more dramatic.
Advice
- Try the moves only in safe places. A wrestling mat is ideal, but garden grass will do for lack of anything else. Never train on wood, concrete or other hard surfaces.
- Wear suitable clothing. Put something that allows you to move without getting in the way. Do not choose clothes with metal studs, buttons or zips. Remember that there is a good chance your clothing will get damaged.
- This article teaches you how to do a simple spear. You can modify it as you like or combine it with other moves to make your version unique.
- You must be absolutely certain that your opponent knows that he must defend against a spear. Find ways to communicate with him so he knows what's about to happen. Whisper in his ear during the previous move, or invent a signal that you both recognize.
