Wrestling Mindset

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 necessary2:46 - Refs with focus5:54 - Dreams are always being determined7:45 - Wrestling is a Christian sport9:00 - Faith helps keep things in perspective11:37 - The best wrestlers always score13:35 - Taking it to the next level Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 wrestlers learn best8:50 - When to start the program11:38 - Kids learn so fast12:57 - The first things kids should be learning18:55 - Save energy by having good technique21:02 - Methodically master moves26:54 - Be nervous, it means you care Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 fun1:33 - Everything happens for a reason3:53 - Big Ten Tournament5:24 - Pre and postseason practice differences8:24 - The Treadsled10:46 - Creative workout routines13:34 - Wrestlers to watch in upcoming tournaments Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Mindset4:57 - Vito's Mental Routine8:46 - Working backward puts things in perspective11:38 - Grit Day12:53 - How to stay standing when you're tired18:27 - Getting your weight down21:04 - Mental approach for the Olympic trials Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 match6:57 - The difference of having multiple coaches13:15 - Vito's first steps into wrestling18:10 - Opinions on the Flow Wrestling documentary20:08 - Vito's brother's role in his success Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 family1:46 - Show unconditional love3:00 - Effort, attitude, aggressiveness6:24 - Focus on the present moment11:24 - Ask friends, ask experts too14:03 - Don't over parent15:16 - The message you should want to send your kids Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 tour4:36 - Disruptive thinking6:43 - Measuring consistency9:00 - Always getting better14:50 - Being grateful18:42 - A message to coaches Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 second13:26 - Moves for different body types25:07 - Creative wrestling edge32:55 - The Clock Theory39:10 - Learn the proper order49:20 - Never start with the stance1:08:26 - Gaining popularity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 far4:13 - Mindset at different weight classes5:15 - Have fun and wrestle better6:21 - Shutting out the pressure8:09 - Cornell puts mindset first Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 routines4:07 - Loaded schedule5:27 - Prioritize recovery8:01 - Wrestling is a holistic sport11:25 - People's holdups on mindset training13:35 - Faith in wrestling Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 matches1:59 - Appreciating the supportive fans5:32 - Getting out of the bottom position8:00 - Season progress so far10:26 - The joy of wrestling at a home arena11:27 - Away game mindset Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 wrestling4:50 - The constant battle of nerves8:16 - Accepting that losses are inevitable13:37 - Focus on making your next best move15:48 - Parker's best mental reps19:56 - How to pull the trigger in any match Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 thoughtTimestamps:1:38 - Donn Enrst's guidance3:23 - The ''One More Time'' Lesson4:35 - Dealing with pressure7:27 - Specer's recommendations to lighten the load11:19 - The best matches need the least amount of thought17:44 - The power of a theme song20:14 - Advice to keeping it fun24:04 - A strong foundation is key Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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:1:15 - Bring out our best when it means the most2:03 - Bringing our wrestlers into the program5:07 - Do a needs analysis5:55 - Struggling with mindset? Double down6:10 - The digital mental toolbox10:03 - The connections you make are key13:00 - Who will benefit the most Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 more4:41 - Having the right coach6:05 - Parents, the backbone of a wrestler8:37 - Turning a condition into an inspiring story13:07 - Raising the bar to National Champion14:51 - Mistakes young wrestlers make17:31 - How mental is match day Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.Timestamps:0:57 - Sacrifices needed to be good5:26 - Different needs for every wrestler7:33 - Building resilience with psychological warfare16:41 - Some days, you're just mad19:15 - The importance of daily tasks21:39 - Anybody can win any tournament one time27:48 - Don't let your attention get divided30:15 - The ordeal of an injury39:02 - Relaxed wrestling46:12 - It's not about being tough52:46 - Realizing when you're off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 mindset1:16 - The impact of a great coach4:34 - Bringing your best to the table5:19 - What confidence is based on6:07 - Keeping a level head in all the excitement8:57 - Stop being serious. Start having fun Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Center2:35 - Super 32 in a new weight class6:04 - Brothers can be more different than alike8:05 - Mental prepping from days in advance to the last second11:43 - Best moments at the OTC so far Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 - Cornell4:34 - What's next5:01 - Thoughts approaching the season5:51 - How to stay grounded Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 State1:58 - Technique over hard drilling2:33 - Growing with Wrestling Mindset5:16 - Wrestling roadblocks6:10 - The ones with nothing to lose are the hardest to beat8:15 - Wrestling is fun, first and foremost Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 match5:05 - Surrender the outcome9:48 - Do you have to be perfect? No!12:20 - Breaking down performance psychology16:14 - Filtering in the positives, not the negatives21:27- The beauty of journaling Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 announcement1:09 - Why Cornell4:35 - Plans for the Fall6:00 - Expectations going forward7:41 - The challenge of letting go9:08 - Goals for the upcoming year Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 can help?12:58 - Prematch routine breakdown19:24 - How do you remind yourself that is what you wanted?25:08 - How to stay focused and avoid the distractions that come with the sport? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 opportunity4:00 - Adding a new perspective7:40 - Scouting can be a distraction9:06 - Always believe you can do it10:11 - Hard work makes wrestling look easy14:44 - Lessons are taught better through stories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 injuries1:43 - ''You don't always have to win'' mindset5:00 - Tips for the younger self9:08 - Working hard doesn't guarantee anything11:10 - From wrestling to coaching13:35 - Chasing goals Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 nervous4:50 - Not performing well when too relaxed6:34 - Yerkes-Dodson Law of Arousal and Performance10:18 - Yerkes-Dodson Anxiety Graph16:44 - "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 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:VisualizationGratitudePenn StatePerspectiveVideo Review?Mental Resilience Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Worlds1:45 - Vito began Sport Psych a year and a half ago3:20 - Inconsistency before mental training5:15 - What works best for Vito before and during a match9:46 - Vito reaction to trailing 7-7 late in his finals match11:50 - Vito match strategy15:11 - Advantages and Pressure of having a dad who is a 2x world champion19:54 - How Vito's dad helped him mentally22:55 - Weight plan for college season and Olympic Trials23:44 - Toughest part of winning a world title26:00 - How to approach a "big" tournament28:45 - Peaking for the championship match of a tournament Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This 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 freestyle3:20 - Mental and emotional development5:59 - Positive self-talk10:34 - Go-to reset phrase14:15 - Plans for the future Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This 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 coaching6:12 - Evaluating performance, not just wins9:06 - Same struggles on all levels13:48 - Change counts17:46 - Old vs. new ways Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This 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 thoughts1:36 - How to wrestle someone you look up to3:00 - Visualize your greatness10:12 - The ultimate belief in yourself11:41 - Negative thoughts will creep up13:52 - Emotional prep routine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This 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 faith9:44 - Spirituality and Mindset11:36 - Hustle, have fun, and compete16:40 - Competing all the time18:10 - Underappreciated aspects of wrestling21:40 - The importance of rest and recovery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This 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 mind1:30 - If you want to win, do the small things right8:20 - Don't choke under pressure, trick your mind17:48 - Play your own mind games20:50 - What you do isn't who you are Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This 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 age2:25 - Coaching phrases8:58 - Technique fluency11:05 - Mindset and training13:33 - Subconscious mindset Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This 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 country1:10 How do you get the next best thing2:25 Put your mindset on paper5:45 Take it to the next level7:10 Start mindset young Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This 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 parents10:36 - Your way vs. the coach's way19:33 - Parents on the sideline25:00 - The biggest fans are the parents31:02 - Athletic fatherhood36:09 - Always be a learner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This 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 Wrestling7:50 - The Golden Circle, begin with the why12:30 - The Macrovision of Wrestling26:08 - Ensuring a chance35:07 - The Open Arms Approach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This 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 more4:01 - The importance of taking chances7:17 - The willingness to always grow9:46 - Summer schedule11:30 - Don't be content, go for more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This 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 level3:23 - 100% Ready for any tournament9:05 - How wrestling and judo relate to each other16:42 - We need to talk a lot more about judo17:34 - Coaching philosophies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This 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 Mindset12:57 Being coachable and knowing what you want24:32 Differing vs. taking the choice30:27 The lost art of reversal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This 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 philosophies2:55 - What should kids be starting with7:37 - What age should kids start making decisions9:36 - Which are the green flags13:30 - Developing training for kids individually Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This 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 Mindset4:50 - The Fan Mentality8:30 - Getting caught in the hype13:02 - Thoughts that bring out our best performance15:30 - Practice how you want to play18:04 - Focusing too much on the outcome21:09 - Chapter recap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This 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 cardio5:19 - Medicine ball exercises9:37 - Drilling out techniques12:34 - Actively learning from everyone18:49 - Coach Cael Sanderson's tip for stress Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This 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/wrestling04:56- what moves/technique to start with14:51 - common mistakes coaches make early on teaching technique27:48 - creating a system32:28 - developing a philosophy39:13 - creating a practice plan45:53 - Harry Wong strategy53:23 - studying sport psychology and the mindset of wrestling56:59 - parenting mindset mistakes and tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are 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, Mind and Body15:44 - Work harder or smarter?17:23 - Can't outwork mental training21:36 - Weight loss mindset26:37 - Active Cords by Dr. YessisDeveloping the Predator Mindset (Amazon Book)https://www.amazon.com/Develop-Predator-Mindset-Sports-Life/dp/B07Y4JNN49Active Cords by Dr. Michael Yessishttps://doctoryessis.com/product/active-cords-set/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This 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 Japan3:30 - When to start learning Judo8:05 - From wrestler to coach16:48 - The importance of leverage22:26 - The Sumo stance26:08 - Common wrestling mistakes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This 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 Wrestling4:56- Martial arts as a form of discipline13:29- Yoshi's natural ability for wrestling15:25 - Regional training centers on campus16:27 - Judo as a gateway to wrestling26:44 - The Warrior mentality Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Change is inevitable, we can either focus on it, or learn to adapt to it. Wrestling Mindset founders Gene and Jeff Zannetti talk about the new rule changes for college wrestling and how to focus on implementing the new rules into your training to get aheadTimestamps:0:29 - what are the new rules?1:05 - what to focus on?9:13 - Valentin clinic14:35 - Joe Desena meeting16:48 - Lough Derg Three-Day Pilgrimage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Breaking news, Spencer Lee is wrestling again and is entering the US Open. This week, Wrestling Mindset founders Gene and Jeff Zannetti talk about expectations fans have from their wrestlers and what an important role mindset plays so you don't buckle under the immense pressure.Timestamps1:34 - hardest part of college wrestling is the mental part3:11 - fan driven mentality and expectations6:11 - don't make the fan mentality worse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Looking to win in sports and life? Wrestling Mindset founders Gene and Jeff Zannetti talk about their best selling book, ''Developing the Predator Mindset''. This week they are tackling the introduction, providing interesting commentary and useful tips along the way.Grab your copy today at the Wrestling Mindset website or Amazon.Timestamps:1:15 - Gene reads Introduction6:09 - Diving deeper into the Predator Mindset13:28 - Misconceptions about the Predator Mindset17:05 - Effort, Attitude, Aggressive, Focus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.