Stay ConnectedWelcome 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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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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 - Wrestling is a holistic sport
11:25 - People's holdups on mindset training
13:35 - Faith in wrestling
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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 position
8:00 - Season progress so far
10:26 - The joy of wrestling at a home arena
11:27 - Away game mindset
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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 battle of nerves
8:16 - Accepting that losses are inevitable
13:37 - Focus on making your next best move
15:48 - Parker's best mental reps
19:56 - How to pull the trigger in any match
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