Wrestling Mindset

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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 - Building stamina through swimming 10:33 - Switching from freestyle to folkstyle 12:14 - Time at Harvard 20:02 - Thought on the season 24:30 - Always analyze the matches Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 doesn't change your approach 13:09 - Coaches build wrestlers and people 15:18 - Upcoming competitions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 24:12 - Thomas Gillman, keeping the faith even in a loss 28:03 - Jordan Burroughs, wrestling ambassador 38:57 - Wrestlers with full-time jobs 41:59 - Odds of making the team, international vs. domestic 49:49 - The right mentality for the Olympics 58:45 - Competing against legends 1:07:08 - Two-time Olympian Kayla Miracle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 24:12 - Thomas Gillman, keeping the faith even in a loss 28:03 - Jordan Burroughs, wrestling ambassador 38:57 - Wrestlers with full-time jobs 41:59 - Odds of making the team, international vs. domestic 49:49 - The right mentality for the Olympics 58:45 - Competing against legends 1:07:08 - Two-time Olympian Kayla Miracle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.

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 14:35 - Looking to the future 16:00 - Being done with college 22:14 - Dream rematch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 on Team Mexico 14:41 - Taking a break from Folkstyle 18:45 - Prepping for the Olympics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2022 and has coached some of the best wrestlers in America over the past 40 years. Edge Wrestling: Website- https://www.edgewrestling.com/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/EdgeWrestlin... https://twitter.com/EdgeWrestlingInst... https://www.instagram.com/edge_wrestl... Monaco National Hall of Fame- https://nwhof.org/national-wrestling-... Buxton Trained: Website- https://www.buxtonatc.com Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/jeffpbuxton/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 determined 7:45 - Wrestling is a Christian sport 9:00 - Faith helps keep things in perspective 11:37 - The best wrestlers always score 13:35 - 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 best 8:50 - When to start the program 11:38 - Kids learn so fast 12:57 - The first things kids should be learning 18:55 - Save energy by having good technique 21:02 - Methodically master moves 26:54 - 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 fun 1:33 - Everything happens for a reason 3:53 - Big Ten Tournament 5:24 - Pre and postseason practice differences 8:24 - The Treadsled 10:46 - Creative workout routines 13:34 - 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 Mindset 4:57 - Vito's Mental Routine 8:46 - Working backward puts things in perspective 11:38 - Grit Day 12:53 - How to stay standing when you're tired 18:27 - Getting your weight down 21:04 - 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 match 6:57 - The difference of having multiple coaches 13:15 - Vito's first steps into wrestling 18:10 - Opinions on the Flow Wrestling documentary 20:08 - 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 family 1:46 - Show unconditional love 3:00 - Effort, attitude, aggressiveness 6:24 - Focus on the present moment 11:24 - Ask friends, ask experts too 14:03 - Don't over parent 15:16 - 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 tour 4:36 - Disruptive thinking 6:43 - Measuring consistency 9:00 - Always getting better 14:50 - Being grateful 18:42 - A message to coaches Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with 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 grateful 18:42 - 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 second 13:26 - Moves for different body types 25:07 - Creative wrestling edge 32:55 - The Clock Theory 39:10 - Learn the proper order 49:20 - Never start with the stance 1:08:26 - Gaining popularity 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 second 13:26 - Moves for different body types 25:07 - Creative wrestling edge 32:55 - The Clock Theory 39:10 - Learn the proper order 49:20 - Never start with the stance 1:08:26 - 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 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 acast.com/privacy for more information.