Eric Bischoff discusses lack of wrestling training on podcast
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Eric Bischoff, speaking on his "83 Weeks" podcast, revealed he never learned how to properly take a bump during his wrestling career. Despite having prior experience in martial arts, Bischoff expressed concerns about his body being unsuited for the physical demands of professional wrestling. He recounted instances of taking significant bumps from various wrestlers, opting to learn on the fly rather than undergo formal training to avoid injury. Bischoff eventually received basic bump training from Sgt. Buddy Lee Parker, the head trainer at WCW's Power Plant.
- •Bischoff had a background in martial arts before wrestling.
- •He was never formally taught how to take bumps.
- •He preferred on-the-job training to avoid injury.
- •Bischoff later learned basic bumping from Sgt. Buddy Lee Parker.
- •This discussion occurred during a podcast at WCW's Power Plant.
- 1:00 PMWrestling Inc — WWE HOFer Eric Bischoff Admits To Lack Of Wrestling Training
"Eric Bischoff, who had a handful of matches during his pro wrestling career, has revealed that he never learned how to take a bump and explained why.
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