Wrestling Mindset
362 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 109 ratingsWelcome to the Wrestling Mindset podcast, hosted by the nation's leading authority on wrestling specific mindset training. On this podcast you'll find a mix of interviews with Mindset Mike & company, keynote speeches and mindset training with Co-Founders Gene and Jeff Zannetti. Visit our website to learn more at https://www.wrestlingmindset.com/
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Episodes
Vito Not Competing in Olympic Trials
April 15, 2024 13:59 - 29 minutes - 27 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with NCAA Champion, 61KG World Champion, and Wrestling Mindset Partner, Vito Arujau. Together, they discuss details about his decision to not compete in the upcoming Olympics Trials. They also touch on looking to the future, having no regrets in the season, and the hopes of wrestling full-time. Timestamps: 0:38 - Decision to not compete in the Olympic Trials 8:35 - No regrets in this past year 11:48 - Descending weight classes...
Overcoming the Fear of Failure with Austin Gomez
April 07, 2024 12:52 - 24 minutes - 22 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with NCAA All-American, the great Austin Gomez. Together, they discuss prepping for the Olympics as part of Team Mexico, how important it is mentally to choose to have Faith instead of just accepting it out of pressure or guilt, and how having Faith helps to wrestle without fear. Timestamps: 0:33 - Season rundown 1:50 - Wrestling without fear 3:50 - Choosing to have Faith 7:36 - Transfers coming in to Michigan 8:54 - Being o...
Legends of the Mat: Jeff Buxton and Ernie Monaco Share Timeless Wisdom
April 01, 2024 13:48 - 2 hours - 146 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with two legends of the sport Jeff Buxton is the head coach of the SKWC RTC, Team USA Mens Freestyle Coach, and owner/coach at Buxton Athletic Training Center. Previously he was the head coach of the Lehigh Valley Wrestling Club and built the nation's powerhouse program Blair Academy. Ernie Monaco is the founder and owner of the Edge School of Wrestling, the first amateur wrestling school in the United States. He was inducted i...
NCAA Recap
March 27, 2024 18:59 - 17 minutes - 14.1 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti gives a recap of the NCAA Tournament. He talks about the impact the tournament has on young wrestlers and how their dreams are being determined, how faith can play a big role in keeping things in perspective, especially when under tournament stress, and Gene also gives his personal, maybe controversial, opinion on instant replays. Timestamps: 1:32 - Are instant replays necessary 2:46 - Refs with focus 5:54 - Dreams are always being dete...
Olympic Trials Mindset with Jason Nolf
March 13, 2024 16:13 - 38 minutes - 29 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with three-time US National champion and multiple-time international medalist, Jason Nolf. Together, they discuss what are the best methods for wrestlers to learn the best they can. At what age should kids start mindset training, and what are the first things they should be learning. Jason also shares tips on how to master moves methodically and why it's actually a good thing to be nervous before matches. Timestamps: 6:07 - How ...
Preparing For Big Tens with John Poznanski
March 07, 2024 15:47 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with All-American & Wrestling Mindset Partner, John Poznanski. Together, they discuss how to deal with a concussion, how having an ''everything happens for a reason'' mindset can help with recovery, and how preseason and postseason practice differ + much more! Timestamps: 1:05 - Concussions are not fun 1:33 - Everything happens for a reason 3:53 - Big Ten Tournament 5:24 - Pre and postseason practice differences 8:24 - The T...
Avenging Losses with Vito Arujau
March 04, 2024 15:49 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with the current reigning World Champion at 61kg and Wrestling Mindset Partner, Vito Arujau. Together, they discuss his mental routine and mindset going into rematches. How working backward for your goals actually puts things into perspective and keeps you focused. And how to stay standing during long matches when fatigue has kicked in. Timestamps: 1:54 - Rematch Mindset 4:57 - Vito's Mental Routine 8:46 - Working backward put...
Vougar on Vito's Documentary
February 06, 2024 14:37 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Vito Arujau's first coach and father, Vougar Arujau. Together, they discuss Vito's first steps into wrestling, the differences between having multiple coaches compared to just one, and how important Vito's brother, Nick, was in his success. Timestamps: 2:00 - The stress before every match 6:57 - The difference of having multiple coaches 13:15 - Vito's first steps into wrestling 18:10 - Opinions on the Flow Wrestling docu...
Mental Tips for Moms
January 23, 2024 14:30 - 19 minutes - 27.5 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti offers a special episode just for wrestling moms. He gives helpful tips that can help moms relate more with their kids about wrestling. What to do and what not to do. How to show support and love without being overbearing. Knowing what to ask other parents and experts, and knowing who's advice to take. And what is the single most important message you should want to send your kids. Timestamps: 0:24 - Moms relating to wrestlers in the fami...
Nate Jackson On Competing and Mindset Coaching
January 15, 2024 18:26 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with the great mindset coach and wrestler Nate Jackson. Together, they discuss how disruptive thinking can help you get out of your training rut. The importance of being grateful for every small win and loss. And how to measure consistency and what to notice to always get better on the mat. Timestamps: 0:39 - USA Wrestling tour 4:36 - Disruptive thinking 6:43 - Measuring consistency 9:00 - Always getting better 14:50 - Being...
Wade Schalles Shares Timeless Wisdom
January 08, 2024 16:32 - 1 hour - 152 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with one of the greatest pinners of all time, Wade Schalles. Together, they discuss how various techniques that can improve every wrestler's game. From various moves for different body types to learning the proper order of instructions. They also talk about the importance of being creative in your wrestling style and how the sport can and should gain the same attention as major leagues. Timestamps: 4:46 - Child first, wrestler s...
EIWA Wrestler Of The Week - Chris Foca
January 03, 2024 17:31 - 11 minutes - 15.6 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with the EIWA Wrestler of The Week, Chris Foca. Together, they discuss how mindset can change along with the shift in weight class, Wrestling better doesn't mean being an assassin, and how to deal with the pressure. Timestamps: 1:31 - Season progress so far 4:13 - Mindset at different weight classes 5:15 - Have fun and wrestle better 6:21 - Shutting out the pressure 8:09 - Cornell puts mindset first Hosted on Acast. See ac...
Best of The East Champion - Matty Lopes
December 25, 2023 10:00 - 16 minutes - 22.3 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with 2x Best of The East Champion Matty Lopes. Together, they discuss dealing with a loaded schedule and finding time to prioritize recovery. How wrestling is a holistic sport, encompassing body, mind, and spirit. And what are the holdups people still have towards mindset training even though it's become widespread in the sport. Timestamps: 2:13 - Pre-match routines 4:07 - Loaded schedule 5:27 - Prioritize recovery 8:01 - Wre...
Big Ten Wrestler of The Week
December 18, 2023 15:02 - 12 minutes - 17.3 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with the Big Ten Wrestler of The Week, John Poznanski. Together, they discuss what goes on in his head during a ranked match, what's the best way to get out of the bottom position in a match, and knowing how and when to appreciate the supportive fans and when to shut out all social distractions. Timestamps: 0:56 - Thoughts going into ranked matches 1:59 - Appreciating the supportive fans 5:32 - Getting out of the bottom positi...
Parker Keckeisen's Mental Edge
December 11, 2023 19:23 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with NCAA All-American Parker Keckeisen. Together, they discuss his journey of learning to love wrestling, and how to constantly battle your nerves before a match. They also talk about the best mental reps to boost confidence, learning how to pull the trigger in every match, and how you can keep a level head once you accept that losing is just part of the game. Timestamps: 0:38 - Learning to love wrestling 4:50 - The constant b...
Spencer Lee's Domination Mindset
December 04, 2023 11:05 - 32 minutes - 53.6 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with National Champion Spencer Lee. Together, they discuss his personal recommendations to ease the pressure when it feels like too much and how the best matches usually require the least amount of thought Timestamps: 1:38 - Donn Enrst's guidance 3:23 - The ''One More Time'' Lesson 4:35 - Dealing with pressure 7:27 - Specer's recommendations to lighten the load 11:19 - The best matches need the least amount of thought 17:44...
How to Best Train your Mind this Season
November 20, 2023 10:00 - 19 minutes - 26.2 MBWrestling Mindset founders Gene and Jeff Zannetti are pumped to bring you their Peak Performance Mastermind program. In this special Mastermind, they are offering you everything you need to bring your best when you need it the most and break down the value of everything you get when you sign up. Learn More about the Mastermind- https://wrestlingmindset.wufoo.com/forms/zweiex81x6ojp9/ Reserve your Spot Now- https://www.wrestlingmindset.com/product/peak-performance-mastermind/ Timestamps: ...
John Poznanski Mindset
November 13, 2023 10:00 - 21 minutes - 30.2 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with All-American and Wrestling Mindset Partner John Poznanski. Together, they discuss how the right parental support is the backbone of any great wrestler, learning through yourself and your mistakes to get better, and how he turned his rare eye condition into an inspiring story for others. Timestamps: 2:07 - The mindset of wanting more 4:41 - Having the right coach 6:05 - Parents, the backbone of a wrestler 8:37 - Turning a...
The Catalyst behind Yianni's Mindset Training
November 06, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti has a long talk with four-time NCAA Champion & Wrestling Mindset Partner Yianni Diakomihalis. Together, they discuss his relationship with his father and how psychological warfare helped build his resilience. The ordeal of going through injury, surgery, and a 13-month recovery. And how you can grow your mindset with little things like daily tasks, realizing when you're off, and understanding that you have to make sacrifices to be good. Tim...
Super 32 Champ Ryan Burton
November 06, 2023 08:57 - 10 minutes - 18.9 MBWrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Super 32 Champion Ryan Burton. Together, they discuss the performance and mindset that got him the gold. The importance of confidence and what it needs to be based on to have an impact. And why many wrestlers think having fun shows a lack of dedication. Timestamps: 0:44 - Super 32 performance and mindset 1:16 - The impact of a great coach 4:34 - Bringing your best to the table 5:19 - What confidence is based on 6:07 - Keeping a le...
Super 32 to the OTC
October 30, 2023 09:00 - 17 minutes - 24.1 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with multiple-time Super 32 champ Bo Bassett. Together, they discuss the challenges of overcoming Super 32 in a new weight class and what it's like practicing at the Olympic Training Center. Timestamps: 1:03 - Life at the Olympic Training Center 2:35 - Super 32 in a new weight class 6:04 - Brothers can be more different than alike 8:05 - Mental prepping from days in advance to the last second 11:43 - Best moments at the OTC ...
Anthony Knox Commits to Cornell
October 24, 2023 14:44 - 7 minutes - 12.9 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Anthony Knox and talks about his special announcement. Together, they discuss his College Committment, how to stay grounded when you're at your best, and what's next as the season approaches. Timestamps: 1:00 - Cornell 4:34 - What's next 5:01 - Thoughts approaching the season 5:51 - How to stay grounded Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Zack Ryder Mindset
October 24, 2023 14:38 - 9 minutes - 16.4 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with New York State Champion Zack Ryder. Together, they talk about roadblocks that every wrestler faces, the difference between focusing on technique over live drilling, and how the hardest opponents to beat are the ones with nothing to lose. Timestamps: 0:31 - From New York to Penn State 1:58 - Technique over hard drilling 2:33 - Growing with Wrestling Mindset 5:16 - Wrestling roadblocks 6:10 - The ones with nothing to lose...
The Greater the Meaning, the Greater the Myles Amine
October 17, 2023 14:07 - 29 minutes - 49.5 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with the great Myles Amine. Together, they break down specifics about performance psychology, how surrendering the outcome of every match can help you perform without pressure, and we put to rest a long-standing question. Do you have to be the perfect wrestler? Timestamps: 2:40 - How to treat big events like any other match 5:05 - Surrender the outcome 9:48 - Do you have to be perfect? No! 12:20 - Breaking down performance ps...
Alessio Perentin College Committment
October 10, 2023 16:41 - 11 minutes - 18.9 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Alessio Perentin and talks about his special announcement. Together, they discuss the thought process that guided Alessio to his decision, what are his expectations going forward as well as his goals for the upcoming year. Timestamps: 0:23 - Alessio's special announcement 1:09 - Why Cornell 4:35 - Plans for the Fall 6:00 - Expectations going forward 7:41 - The challenge of letting go 9:08 - Goals for the upcoming year ...
Stevan Micic World Champion Mindset
October 09, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutes - 58.2 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with 2023 World Wrestling Champion Stephen Micic. Together, they discuss how his mindset developed over time, the best way to avoid the distractions of a professional wrestler, and how visualize the worst case scenario instead of the win can help. Timestamps: 0:26 - Mindset of going into a championship in your home country? 2:45 - How has your mental development progressed over time? 8:58 - How visualizing worst-case scenarios...
Zain Retherford Interview Breakdown
October 02, 2023 13:11 - 17 minutes - 29.8 MBSomething new coming to you this week. Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti breaks down Zain Retherford's interview after winning a World Championship. He analyzes key points of Zain's mindset, like how scouting can actually be a distraction, having faith that you can do what you set out to achieve, and how to make wrestling look easy by doing hard work. Timestamps: 2:38 - Be thankful for the opportunity 4:00 - Adding a new perspective 7:40 - Scouting can be a distraction 9:06 - Alw...
Nino Bonaccorsi on Faith and Mindset
September 25, 2023 09:00 - 18 minutes - 27.6 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with NCAA champion Nino Bonaccorsi. Together, they discuss how to wrestle through injuries, his transition from wrestling to coaching, and his humble mindset that working hard doesn't guarantee you anything. Timestamps: 0:32 - Wrestling with injuries 1:43 - ''You don't always have to win'' mindset 5:00 - Tips for the younger self 9:08 - Working hard doesn't guarantee anything 11:10 - From wrestling to coaching 13:35 - Chasi...
Helen Maroulis World Championship Interview Breakdown
September 22, 2023 13:48 - 20 minutes - 10.8 MBHelen Maroulis won her 9th World Medal this week in Belgrade Serbia. Wrestling Mindset co-founder Gene Zannetti breaks down her interview after winning a bronze medal. Topics include: 0:52 - Helen loves being nervous 4:50 - Not performing well when too relaxed 6:34 - Yerkes-Dodson Law of Arousal and Performance 10:18 - Yerkes-Dodson Anxiety Graph 16:44 - "You have to love the nerves and pressure" 18:36 - Athletes burning out Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Zain Retherford's World Championship Interview Breakdown
September 22, 2023 13:43 - 17 minutes - 9.05 MBZain Retherford won his first World Title this week and Wrestling Mindset co-founder Gene Zannetti breaks down his interview after winning a gold medal. Topics include: Visualization Gratitude Penn State Perspective Video Review? Mental Resilience Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
World Champion Mindset
September 20, 2023 15:51 - 29 minutes - 48.8 MBNewly crowned World Champion Vito Arujau joins the podcast two days after winning his first senior world championship. Wrestling Mindset co-founder Gene Zannetti talks with Vito about his mindset before and during the World Championships in Belgrade, Serbia. Timestamps: 0:17 - Sport psychology interviews and visualization before Worlds 1:45 - Vito began Sport Psych a year and a half ago 3:20 - Inconsistency before mental training 5:15 - What works best for Vito before and during a match...
How Meyer Shapiro Built a World Champ Mindset
September 18, 2023 09:00 - 15 minutes - 21.7 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with 2023 U20 World Champion, Meyer Shapiro. Together, they discuss competing for Cornell University, the need for positive self-talk, and the importance of having a reset phrase for those moments where the pressure becomes overwhelming. Timestamps: 1:13 - Transitioning from freestyle 3:20 - Mental and emotional development 5:59 - Positive self-talk 10:34 - Go-to reset phrase 14:15 - Plans for the future Hosted on Acast. S...
Vegas Mindset
September 11, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes - 41.4 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Coach Chase Pami. Together, they discuss the best ways to properly evaluate a wrestler's capabilities beyond just the wins and losses, how even at your best, there is always room to change and improve, and they break down the struggles that all wrestlers deal with, from newcomers to high-level athletes. Timestamps: 1:06 - Transition from training to coaching 6:12 - Evaluating performance, not just wins 9:06 - Same struggle...
Andrew Alirez Mindset
August 28, 2023 09:00 - 19 minutes - 33.1 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with National Champion Andrew Alirez. Together, they discuss how negative thoughts can creep up in even the best and most confident athletes, the importance of a solid routine before going into any match to prep you emotionally, and ultimately, how much you believe in yourself and your skills is what will lead you to greatness. Timestamps: 0:37 - Reinforcing thoughts 1:36 - How to wrestle someone you look up to 3:00 - Visualiz...
Hustle, Have Fun, and Compete
August 19, 2023 02:28 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with the coach of Detroit Catholic Central, the great Mitch Hancock. Together they discuss Hancock's unique ''hustle, have fun, and compete'' mindset, some underappreciated aspects of wrestling, and how faith and spirituality can be a driving force for developing young minds in wrestling and in life. Timestamps: 5:29 - Developing minds through faith 9:44 - Spirituality and Mindset 11:36 - Hustle, have fun, and compete 16:40 -...
Wrestlers Not Doing What They Are Supposed to Do
August 07, 2023 15:05 - 33 minutes - 50.4 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with the great wrestling Olympian Barry Davis. Together they discuss how you can trick your mind into dealing with pressure, the importance of doing the small things right, and how to help wrestlers understand they aren't defined by what they achieve but by who they are as individuals. Timestamps: 0:41 - Greatness starts with the mind 1:30 - If you want to win, do the small things right 8:20 - Don't choke under pressure, trick...
Double Shot of Espresso
July 31, 2023 16:17 - 15 minutes - 24.1 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with who many believe to be the best youth wrestling coach in the nation, Mike Krause. Together they discuss how getting you kid in early helps to develop a positive mentality for life, why coaching phrases are so important to motivate the wrestlers and how all techniques should be broken down and taught, no matter how difficult they may seem to be. Timestamps: 1:15 - Positively brainwashing at an early age 2:25 - Coaching phras...
Failed at Fargo?
July 24, 2023 15:21 - 12 minutes - 22.5 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti talks about the aftermath of Fargo and your next steps going forward. He talks about prepping for next year now, the importance of putting your mindset on paper to have a clear visual, and how you can take your game to the next level. Timestamps: 0:30 Toughest tournament in the country 1:10 How do you get the next best thing 2:25 Put your mindset on paper 5:45 Take it to the next level 7:10 Start mindset young Hosted on Acast. See ac...
Strategies for Coaching with Discipline and Love in an Entitled Generation
July 17, 2023 10:00 - 44 minutes - 67.1 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with the coach of one of the most competitive schools in the country, Tony Walters of St.Anthony's on Long Island. Together they discuss coaching philosophy and athletic fatherhood as well as share tips on how to deal with the biggest fans, the parents. Timestamps: 0:48 - How to manage parents 10:36 - Your way vs. the coach's way 19:33 - Parents on the sideline 25:00 - The biggest fans are the parents 31:02 - Athletic fatherh...
Principles and Philosophies of Wrestling Clubs With David Swiger
July 10, 2023 09:00 - 42 minutes - 71.4 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with the owner of NOVA Wrestling Club and Fortune 500 business man, David Swinger. Together they discuss NOVA's beginning, how the golden circle rule applies to wrestling, and what his vision is for the future. Timestamps: 0:41 - The Genesis of NOVA Wrestling 7:50 - The Golden Circle, begin with the why 12:30 - The Macrovision of Wrestling 26:08 - Ensuring a chance 35:07 - The Open Arms Approach Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
Machine Gun Mindset
July 03, 2023 09:00 - 13 minutes - 22.3 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Bo Bassett. Together they discuss Bo's ''Machine Gun Mindset'' that's made him one of the hardest working young men in wrestling. They talk about Bo's Sunday Circuit videos, the importance of taking chances, and how we always need to learn and get better. Timestamps: 1:52 - Sunday circuits and more 4:01 - The importance of taking chances 7:17 - The willingness to always grow 9:46 - Summer schedule 11:30 - Don't be conten...
Combining Judo and Wrestling with Olympian Colton Brown
June 26, 2023 09:00 - 20 minutes - 36 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Olympian Colton Brown. Together they discuss the mindset needed to compete in an Olympic event, combining wrestling with judo, how the two relate to each other, and some necessary philosophies needed to coach both. Timestamps: 1:11 - Mindset at the Olympic level 3:23 - 100% Ready for any tournament 9:05 - How wrestling and judo relate to each other 16:42 - We need to talk a lot more about judo 17:34 - Coaching philosophi...
Talkin’ Wrestling with Donnie D of Yale Street Wrestling Club
June 19, 2023 17:33 - 37 minutes - 68.3 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Donnie D of the Yale Street Wrestling Club. Together they discuss Donnie's unique mindset on training, how important it is to know what you want as a wrestler but also be coachable, and the power of reversals. Timestamps: 1:40 Does the focus change once the season ends? 7:22 Donnie's Mindset 12:57 Being coachable and knowing what you want 24:32 Differing vs. taking the choice 30:27 The lost art of reversal Hosted on Ac...
Wrestling and Life Lessons
June 12, 2023 13:49 - 17 minutes - 27.1 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with the man who trained all the Zannetti brothers, Eugene Lezark Jr. Together, we discuss coaching philosophies, what are the healthy green flags to look for that all great wrestlers have, and when it is time for kids to start making some serious decisions about their wrestling future. Timestamps: 0:36 - Coaching philosophies 2:55 - What should kids be starting with 7:37 - What age should kids start making decisions 9:36 - Wh...
The Prey Mindset
June 06, 2023 09:00 - 27 minutes - 50.6 MBThis week Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti continues going through the ''Developing the Predator Mindset'' book. This week is only a small part of Chapter 2, Introduction to the Prey Mindset and the Fan Mentality. This chapter explains how those who follow the prey mindset focus on the uncontrollables in life rather than changing the factors they have power over. Timestamps: 1:27 - Avoiding the Prey Mindset 4:50 - The Fan Mentality 8:30 - Getting caught in the hype 13:02 - Though...
Mindset, the Penn State Room, and Gymnastics, with Beau Bartlett
May 30, 2023 16:33 - 24 minutes - 43.6 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Beau Bartlett. Together, we discuss some unique exercises for intense cardio and flexibility, the importance of talking to your coach, and having a mindset to actively learn something from every single match and practice. Timestamps: 0:31 - Tumbling for intense cardio 5:19 - Medicine ball exercises 9:37 - Drilling out techniques 12:34 - Actively learning from everyone 18:49 - Coach Cael Sanderson's tip for stress Hoste...
How to Systematically Develop a Wrestler with Nick Purler
May 22, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBThis week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with author and founder of Purler Wrestling Academy, Nick Purler. Together, we break down all things wrestling, from what age you should start practicing, the need for a systematic approach, the value of sports psychology, and more. Timestamps: 01:05 - when should you start playing sports/wrestling 04:56- what moves/technique to start with 14:51 - common mistakes coaches make early on teaching technique 27:48 - creating a syst...
Wrestling is 95% Mental on Match Day
May 15, 2023 09:00 - 27 minutes - 40.1 MBAre you ready for success? This week Wrestling Mindset founders Gene and Jeff Zannetti continue going through their best selling book, ''Developing the Predator Mindset''. This week is Chapter 1, Mindset Training for Success, where they break down long standing debates like the influence of spirit and mind in wrestling and should you work harder, smarter, or both. Timestamps: 0:26 - Gene reads chapter 1 of "Developing the Predator Mindset" 422 - How mental is wrestling? 13:00 - Spirit, M...
Legendary Coach Tadaaki Hatta
May 08, 2023 09:00 - 35 minutes - 51.5 MBThis week Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti talks with legendary wrestling coach and author of The Wrestling Techniques Handbook, Tadaaki Hatta. They discuss his journey from wrestler to coach, the benefits of learning judo and wrestling simultaneously, and the most common mistakes every wrestler should avoid. Timestamps: 1:23 - Bringing wrestling to Japan 3:30 - When to start learning Judo 8:05 - From wrestler to coach 16:48 - The importance of leverage 22:26 - The Sumo stance ...
Ben Hatta and Yoshi Nakamura
May 01, 2023 09:00 - 36 minutes - 60.7 MBThis week Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti talks with Penn Alumni Ben Hatta and Yoshi Nakamura. Together they discuss the history of Japanese Wrestling, the influences Judo has had on the sport, and the importance of discipline that has always been ingrained in Japanese culture. Timestamps: 1:18 - From Judo to Japanese Wrestling 4:56- Martial arts as a form of discipline 13:29- Yoshi's natural ability for wrestling 15:25 - Regional training centers on campus 16:27 - Judo as a ga...