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Wrestling Mindset

381 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 109 ratings

Welcome 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

Settings kids off on the right foot with Ian Assael

July 08, 2024 09:00 - 57 minutes - 43.1 MB

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with NC State Wrestling Director of Operations Ian Assael. Together, they discuss the common struggles most young wrestlers face and how we can help them overcome them. They also talk about how parents can help set their kids off on the right foot, how kids can deal with parents' unrealistic expectations, and why it's important to find passion in doing the little things right and love the fundamentals of wrestling. Timestamps: ...

Lennox Wolak

July 01, 2024 03:55 - 22 minutes - 17.5 MB

Today, on the All-American Series, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with All-American Lennox Wolak. Together, they discuss being All-American at Fargo and Greco his very first year of wrestling and how that led him to Columbia. They also talk about intensity and understanding the positives and negatives that it brings, the technicalities of Judo and how they apply very well to Greco, and how starting wrestling in freshman year of high school and being fresh compared to oth...

Pat Lugo: Training with Spencer Lee for the Olympics

June 24, 2024 16:44 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MB

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti talks with Pat Lugo. Together, they discuss the process of starting a wrestling club and what are the aspects of wrestling that should be focused on and how some clubs fall short in some areas. They also talk about improving mindset over time, how it’s important to help your teammates reach their goals too and not just focus on your own, and that to become the best wrestler, you need to be your own best friend and toughest critic. Timesta...

Bennett Berge Made the Long Drive to Pinnacle

June 19, 2024 12:41 - 16 minutes - 12.6 MB

Today, on the All-American Series, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with All-American Bennett Berge. Together, they discuss what got him into wrestling, how to balance energy on those 3-day tournaments, and what are the similarities and differences between various champioships. They also talk about the staff at Pinnacle Wrestling School, what are his plans for the off-season, and what it's like being coached by his brother. Timestamps: 0:22 - Getting into wrestling 4:01...

Lachlan McNeil is an OG of the Diakomihalis Garage

June 14, 2024 12:59 - 16 minutes - 12.5 MB

Today, on the All-American Series, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with All-American Lachlan McNeil. Together, they discuss how having an Olympian father guided his path into wrestling and how, while still wrestling for Canada, he chose to move to the US for more challenging opponents. They also talk about his friendship with fellow wrestler Yianni Diakomihalis, the impact SEM Wrestling and, subsequently, the University of North Carolina have had on his performance, and h...

Peyten Kellar Avenged 2 Tech Falls at NCAAs

June 03, 2024 17:09 - 14 minutes - 10.7 MB

Today, on the All-American Series, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with All-American Peyten Kellar. Together, they discuss the NCAA and how to manage energy levels during long tournaments. They also talk about growing up wrestling, what are the pros and cons of freestyle and how it can apply to other forms and that a key component of mental toughness is to not be scared of the outcome. Timestamps: 0:32 - Thoughts on the NCAA 1:48 - Growing up wrestling 4:40 - Managing...

Jared Franek - The Journey from Tech Team to Iowa

June 03, 2024 17:07 - 22 minutes - 16.7 MB

Today, on the All-American Series, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with All-American Jared Franek. Together, they discuss joining the University of Iowa and the unique support the Hawkeyes provide. They also talk about starting wrestling at a young age, developing mindset over the years, and how to keep that mindset consistent no matter what you're faced with. Timestamps: 0:26 - Starting at a young age 5:04 - Joining Wrestletown Iowa 7:14 - Support of the Hawkeyes 10:...

Growing Rutgers Wrestling with Scott Goodale and Donny Pritzlaff

June 03, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 92 MB

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti talks with Rutgers coaches Scott Goodale and Donny Pritzlaff. Together, they discuss how Rutgers wrestling has progressed over the years, the battle universities give to recruit their chosen wrestlers, and whether wrestling is becoming more and more capitalistic. They also talk about how putting yourself in bad situations helps toughen your mindset, athleticism/technique and which is better, and how young wrestlers look up the previous gen...

Vision Quest's Shute on Nutrition and Handsome Tuesday Nick Suriano

May 29, 2024 15:42 - 1 hour - 46.5 MB

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti talks with Frank Jasper and Nick Suriano. Together, they discuss how mind, body and nutrition all tie together and that nutrition can give wrestlers a big advantage. They also talk about intermittent fasting, how it's good to give your gut a time out every now and then and that proper nutrition is a life skill every one should learn. Timestamps: 6:32 Nutrition is the next big advantage 12:10 Mind, body and nutrition all tie together 2...

Kenny Monday on the David Taylor Takeover

May 20, 2024 09:00 - 52 minutes - 40.4 MB

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti talks with Olympic Champion and Head Coach of Morgan State University Kenny Monday. Together, they discuss how he became head coach at a time when he was looking to retire. They also talk about the current state of wrestling, DT as head coach, and how to cultivate young wrestlers and teach them proper mindset from the start, as well the importance of camaraderie in the sport. Timestamps: 2:40 - Cultivating young wrestlers 4:30 - Being a ...

Looking at wrestling objectively with David Carr

May 13, 2024 09:00 - 31 minutes - 23.9 MB

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti talks with National Champion Cavid Carr. Together, they discuss the benefits of looking at wrestling objectively instead of emotionally and the power of being part of a supportive team. They also talk about the impact of coming from a wrestling family, how to deal with the endless trolling on social media, and taking his first steps into recruiting young talent. Timestamps: 2:04 - The power of a great team 4:40 - Looking at wrestling obj...

All-American Series - Antrell taylor

May 13, 2024 04:58 - 15 minutes - 12.1 MB

Today, on the All-American Series, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with All-American Antrell Taylor. Together, they discuss the grind of the NCAAs and how that can prepare you better for more demanding international tournaments. They also talk about how Nebraska is one of the best colleges to jump up levels in the game and how to handle being on the radar because of it. And they agree on who is the best technical wrestler in the world. Timestamps: 0:29 - The grind of t...

All-American Series - Jore Volk

May 13, 2024 04:58 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MB

Today, on the All-American Series, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with All-American Jore Volk. Together, they discuss the importance of play-wrestling and how utilizing it to the max can pay off big, like making the best scrambler. They also talk about ways to improve mindset with small everyday habits and how the toughest wrestlers always remind themselves to love the fight and not just the outcome. Timestamps: 0:30 - The power of the hair 1:24 - How to be the best sc...

David Taylor Loyalty versus Business Decision

May 09, 2024 17:26 - 15 minutes - 21.6 MB

Wrestling Mindset founder's Gene Zannetti and Jeff Zannetti discuss the biggest news in wrestling: David Taylor replaces John Smith and takes over the head coaching job at Oklahoma State. Is this a break in loyalty or just a smart business move? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Teague Moore on Olympic Trials, John Smith Retirement, and Helping High Schoolers Choose Colleges

May 02, 2024 17:18 - 42 minutes - 58.7 MB

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Yara Slavikouski Learned Every Wrestling Move in Belarus

April 29, 2024 15:37 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

Today on the All-American Series, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with All-American Yara Slavikouski. Together, they discuss his move from Belarus to the US, which eventually led him to Harvard, and how it affected his wrestling approach. They also discuss the challenges when switching from freestyle to folkstyle, how analyzing matches is a must for any wrestler, and how a great way to build stamina is through swimming. Timestamps: 0:27 - From Belarus to USA 6:18 - Buil...

Luke Stanich Now Takes Mindset More Seriously

April 29, 2024 15:34 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MB

Today on the All-American Series, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with All-American Luke Stanich. Together, they discuss him being more on the radar since the NCAAs and how that affects his approach. He also shares what training at Lehigh is like and how the coaches help build not only great wrestlers but good people as well. Timestamps: 0:30 - The NCAA Experience 3:05 - Mindset development, from high school to today 7:35 - Training at Lehigh 9:53 - Being on the radar...

Olympic Trials Recap

April 24, 2024 05:51 - 1 hour - 54.9 MB

This week, Wrestling Mindset founders Gene and Jeff Zannetti sit down and recap the Olympic Trials which determined the wrestlers that will represent Team USA in Paris this summer. Together, they discuss the best wrestlers in each weight class, what is the right mentality to have going into the Olympics, and how different the odds are when competing for a place on an international team over Team USA. Timestamps: 5:30 - How to improve the event 18:20 - Going through the weight classes 24...

Eric Guerrero Breaks His Silence on John Smith’s Retirement

April 23, 2024 19:32 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MB

Wrestling Mindset gets an exclusive interview with Eric Guerrero, one of John Smith's best all time wrestlers. This is the one and only time Eric will speak on the matter. He reflects on and honors the true man. https://www.wrestlingmindset.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vito Not Competing in Olympic Trials

April 15, 2024 13:59 - 29 minutes - 27 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

Wrestling 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

Wrestling 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

This 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 MB

Something 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 MB

This 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 MB

Helen 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 MB

Zain 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 MB

Newly 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...

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