The low gut wrench is a par terre turn in Greco-Roman wrestling. From the top position, lock your hands low around the opponent’s hips, lift and drive their hips toward you, and roll across to turn their back toward the mat for exposure points.
Steps
| Step | Key point |
|---|---|
| Position | Top position beside the opponent’s hip |
| Lock | Hands locked low around the hips or waist |
| Lift | Raise the hips toward your chest |
| Turn | Roll across, keeping your chest tight |
| Repeat | Chain turns for more points |
Tips
- Keep the lock tight and low.
- Use your legs to lift, not your arms alone.
- Stay chest to back during the turn.
- Watch for the opponent’s base widening.
- Practise both directions.
This article is general information, not medical advice. Check with a doctor or qualified professional before starting a new exercise program, especially if you have an injury or health condition.
Rules reference: NFHS Wrestling Rules Book (US high school), NCAA Wrestling Rules (US college) and United World Wrestling rules (freestyle and Greco-Roman). Scoring values differ between these codes.
Frequently asked questions
What is a gut wrench?
A turn where the top wrestler rolls the opponent across their back for exposure points.
Why use a low gut instead of a high gut?
A low grip can be harder to defend when the opponent is flat and wide.
How many points is a gut wrench?
Usually 2 points for exposure under UWW rules.
