The Legacy of Wrestling
The Legacy of Professional Wrestling
Wrestling federations are popping up all over the country. People either love professional wrestling or they hate it. Either way, people continue to fill the seats to cheer for their heroes and boo for the villains. The wrestlers continue to hone their skills and look forward to finding new ways to impress their fans each week. They go home battered and bruised but know their fans got their money’s worth at the show.
Why We Like It
Wrestling has been around for thousands of years. We like it for many different reasons. It’s the competition of two heated rivals. We get to watch them try to best one another in whatever way they can. When our lives are filled with stressful situations, getting to watch two people fight with one another is a way to let off some steam. We get to watch them do what we can’t. It’s a great way for us to let off some steam and have some fun in the process.
The Pain Is Real
When wrestlers enter the ring, they know it will be a purely physical fight. They are well-trained athletes who are skilled at their craft. As with any sport, injuries do occur and can be quite painful. Wrestlers give 100% every time they step into the ring. Some purposely try to injure their opponents while others simply want to win their match and go home. Most wrestlers will play to the crowd and put on quite a show, making a minor injury look like a catastrophic event.
The Fun of the Fight
The action inside a wrestling ring is contagious. The fans shout and cheer for their favorites. They buy merchandise and wear shirts and other items proudly at each match. The villains play to the crowd, taunting and teasing until the fans are on their feet. The goal is to spread the fun in the ring as far as it will go. Many wrestlers will start verbally attacking their opponents days before their fight is scheduled. This ensures that fight night will be a success and the fans will come to the event ready to cheer on their heroes.
Where It Will Go in the Future
Wrestling isn’t going anywhere. In fact, not much has changed since the days of Dick the Bruiser. Today, wrestlers focus on the show and what moves will draw the most enthusiasm from the crowd. They are also focused on being safer. They learn new ways to protect themselves from injury. Many are using safer methods when it comes to training. It all comes down to providing a quality, well-rounded show for the fans. Being able to provide a good show is what wrestling is all about.
Wrestling icons like Vince McMahon, the Undertaker, and Roman Reins are names that everyone recognizes. Research wrestling in your area and get to know a few of the younger wrestlers who are just starting out. Give them a few years, and they may be the next stars of the WWE.
