Wrestling Mindset

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.Timestamps:0:29 – Teammates help each other2:00 – Starting a wrestling club5:40 – Clubs and their areas for focus10:50 – Improving mindset over time14:32 – Learning to let go17:09 – Being your best friend and toughest criticPlease LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and go through the archives to hear more great episodes. If you want to support the podcast, please leave a 5-star rating & review on Apple PodcastsFor all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email mindset@wrestlingmindset.com

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 wrestling4:01 - Pinnacle wrestling school6:20 - Similarities and differences in championships8:10 - Balancing energy on 3-day tournaments12:31 - Having a brother as a coach14:38 - Plans for the off-seasonPlease LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and go through the archives to hear more great episodes.If you want to support the podcast, please leave a 5-star rating & review on Apple Podcasts. For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email mindset@wrestlingmindset.com

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 he also gets into his father's opinion about how Olympic teams might not always have the best athletes in the country.Timestamps:0:35 - From living around the world to wrestling in the US2:15 - Friendship with Yianni Diakomihalis4:35 - A father's guidance into wrestling5:50 - The impact of SEM Wrestling6:57 - The coaching staff at North Carolina9:41 - Wrestling for Canada13:17 - An Olympian's controversial opinionPlease LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and go through the archives to hear more great episodes.If you want to supp

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 NCAA1:48 - Growing up wrestling4:40 - Managing energy throughout a tournament7:12 - Don't be scared of the outcome9:39 - Pros and cons of freestyle11:13 - Supportive coaching staffPlease LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and go through the archives to hear more great episodes.If you want to support the podcast, please leave a 5-star rating & review on Apple Podcasts. For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email mindset@wrestlingmindset.com

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 age5:04 - Joining Wrestletown Iowa7:14 - Support of the Hawkeyes10:01 - Developing mindset13:15 - Getting consistent results17:10 - Looking aheadPlease LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and go through the archives to hear more great episodes.If you want to support the podcast, please leave a 5-star rating & review on Apple Podcasts. For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email mindset@wrestlingmindset.com

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 generation as something to aspire to.Timestamps:1:28 - Rapid fire, pin or attack4:28 - Put yourself in situations that stink7:30 - Great athleticism or great technique20:46 - Is wrestling becoming capitalistic27:43 - Leveling up Rutgers wrestling program43:26 - Recruiting battles53:36 - The love of the fans1:06:22 - Young wrestlers idolizing the previous generationsPlease LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and go through the archives to hear more great episodes.If you want to support the podcast, please leave a 5-star rating &

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 advantage12:10 Mind, body and nutrition all tie together22:03 Proper nutrition is a life skill35:50 Intermittent fasting38:55 Give your gut a time out48:10 Mindset and nutrition are onePlease LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and go through the archives to hear more great episodes.If you want to support the podcast, please leave a 5-star rating & review on Apple Podcasts. For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email mindset@wrestlingmindset.com

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 wrestlers4:30 - Being a head coach12:01 - The current state of wrestling26:38 - Camaraderie of the sport32:04 - Coaching family trees34:50 - David Taylor as Head CoachPlease LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and go through the archives to hear more great episodes.If you want to support the podcast, please leave a 5-star rating & review on Apple Podcasts.For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email mindset@wrestlingmindset.com

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 team4:40 - Looking at wrestling objectively7:40 - The impact of a wrestling family13:50 - Debating weight classes16:06 - Getting into recruiting20:30 - Dealing with social mediaPlease LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and go through the archives to hear more great episodes.If you want to support the podcast, please leave a 5-star rating & review on Apple Podcasts. For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email mindset@wrestlingmindset.com

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 the NCAA2:09 - Jumping up levels at Nebraska4:00 - The best technical wrestler in the world8:50 - How to handle being on the radar10:34 - Plans for the offseason14:26 - The positives of American wrestling in international tournamentsPlease LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and go through the archives to hear more great episodes. If you want to support the podcast, please leave a 5-star rating & review on Apple Podcasts. For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email mindset@wrestlingmindset.com

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 hair1:24 - How to be the best scrambler2:22 - Utilizing play-wrestling to the max6:23 - Improving mindset10:20 - The Battle in the Barn11:55 - Remembering to love the fightPlease LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and go through the archives to hear more great episodes.If you want to support the podcast, please leave a 5-star rating & review on Apple Podcasts. For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email mindset@wrestlingmindset.com

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.

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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 USA6:18 - Building stamina through swimming10:33 - Switching from freestyle to folkstyle12:14 - Time at Harvard20:02 - Thought on the season24:30 - 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 Experience3:05 - Mindset development, from high school to today7:35 - Training at Lehigh9:53 - Being on the radar doesn't change your approach13:09 - Coaches build wrestlers and people15:18 - 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 event18:20 - Going through the weight classes24:12 - Thomas Gillman, keeping the faith even in a loss28:03 - Jordan Burroughs, wrestling ambassador38:57 - Wrestlers with full-time jobs41:59 - Odds of making the team, international vs. domestic49:49 - The right mentality for the Olympics58:45 - Competing against legends1:07:08 - 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 Trials8:35 - No regrets in this past year11:48 - Descending weight classes14:35 - Looking to the future16:00 - Being done with college22:14 - 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 rundown1:50 - Wrestling without fear3:50 - Choosing to have Faith7:36 - Transfers coming in to Michigan8:54 - Being on Team Mexico14:41 - Taking a break from Folkstyle18:45 - 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 sportJeff 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.comInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/jeffpbuxton/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in