

Wrestling Mindset
Wrestling Mindset
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/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 7, 2024 • 19min
Extreme Balance with Spartan Owner Joe DeSena
Joe DeSena, Owner of Spartan, talks with Gene Zannetti about the new book he collaborated on, Extreme Balance: Paradoxical Principles That Make You a Champion https://a.co/d/1L9D0oI.Together, they dive into some core teachings of the book: the mistake most people make is to sacrifice health and wellness first, how we need to shift from focusing on work-life balance to work-life integration, and that kids can learn a lot through rejection that will help build their character.Timestamps:0:28 - Extreme Balance Example3:12 - Work-life integration, not balance5:07 - Don't sacrifice health and wellness9:42 - Gotta make life fun12:14 - The love-hate relationship between fathers and sons15:32 - Kids learn more through rejectionPlease 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🎙Stay connected with Wrestling Mindset🔗 Visit our website: https://www.wrestlingmindset.com/📞 Book a free consultation: https://www.wrestlingmindset.com/1-on-1-coaching/Wrestling Mindset Social MediaInstagram: / wrestlingmindsetFacebook: / wrestlingmindsetTwitter: / wrestlingmindse🎧 Listen to our podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/65xcqo9ZdPY36HeQOltPUIPodcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wrestling-mindset/id959324864📬 Contact us: mindset@wrestlingmindset.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 30, 2024 • 44min
Ben Askren on Balancing Paradoxes in Wrestling and Life
Ben Askren, a former professional mixed martial artist and wrestler, co-authored 'Extreme Balance' to help wrestlers navigate life's paradoxes. He discusses the balance between confidence and motivation, revealing how mental health impacts performance. Ben shares insights on drawing inspiration from various martial arts instead of adhering strictly to one style. He emphasizes principles of balance, reflecting on how these concepts apply not only to wrestling but also to everyday life challenges, including relationships and personal growth.

Sep 16, 2024 • 1h 17min
How Functional Patterns helped Kyle Dake with Naudi Aguilar
This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with the founder of Functional Patterns, Naudi Aguilar.Together, they discuss how wrestling is more multi-dimensional and challenging than mixed martial arts.They also talk about how to deal with and even utilize the generational trauma that exists inside all of us. They break down common misconceptions about heavy lifting and sprinting. They also get into how understanding functional anatomy is essential when we are striving to reach greatness.Timestamps:5:50 - Dealing with generational trauma8:55 - Wrestling is multi-dimensional13:00 - How to approach greatness20:08 - Misconception about lifting heavy29:53 - Movement and exercise at a young age37:10 - Sprinting is injury prone44:48 - Understanding functional anatomy57:10 - Seeing movement as a wholePlease 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🎙Stay connected with Wrestling Mindset🔗 Visit our website: https://www.wrestlingmindset.com/📞 Book a free consultation: https://www.wrestlingmindset.com/1-on-1-coaching/Wrestling Mindset Social MediaInstagram: / wrestlingmindsetFacebook: / wrestlingmindsetTwitter: / wrestlingmindse🎧 Listen to our podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/65xcqo9ZdPY36HeQOltPUIPodcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wrestling-mindset/id959324864📬 Contact us: mindset@wrestlingmindset.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 9, 2024 • 43min
Terry Steiner Recaps Team USA's Historic Performance
This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Head Coach of USA Women's Team, Terry Steiner.Together, they discuss how the US Olympic Women's Team faired this yearThey also talked about their approach to the Olympics and what effect it had on the team, how country cultures play a role in wrestling overall, and they break down the performance and future potential of each wrestler on the team.Timestamps:1:14 - Approach to the Olympics6:26 - Culture's role in wrestling9:01 - Going through the weight classes9:05 - Amit Elor13:04 -Sarah Hildebrandt19:58 - Dominique Parrish25:08 - Helen Maroulis29:20 - Kayla Miracle32:38 - Team USA has the best lineup33:10 -Kennedy BladesPlease 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🎙Stay connected with Wrestling Mindset🔗 Visit our website: https://www.wrestlingmindset.com/📞 Book a free consultation: https://www.wrestlingmindset.com/1-on-1-coaching/Wrestling Mindset Social MediaInstagram: / wrestlingmindsetFacebook: / wrestlingmindsetTwitter: / wrestlingmindse🎧 Listen to our podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/65xcqo9ZdPY36HeQOltPUIPodcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wrestling-mindset/id959324864📬 Contact us: mindset@wrestlingmindset.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 3, 2024 • 53min
Japan's Dominance in Wrestling at the Olympics with Tadaaki Hatta
This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with legendary coach Tadaaki Hatta.Together, they discuss Japan's success in this year's Olympics and how the trend of their dominance could be seen from the previous Olympics in 2020.They also talked about differences in wrestling in Japan versus the US, what are the philosophies of the sport between the two countries, how the Olympics are the peak of wrestling for most of the world, but for the US, it's the NCAAs and why wrestling actually is considered a martial art in Japan.Timestamps:0:55 - Japan's Olympic dominance 7:44 - Communication between team and personal coaches8:55 - Japan's improvements from last Olympics17:40 - Wrestling philosophies23:12 - USA wrestler peaking at NCAAs32:13 - Wrestling IS a martial artPlease 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🎙Stay connected with Wrestling Mindset🔗 Visit our website: https://www.wrestlingmindset.com/📞 Book a free consultation: https://www.wrestlingmindset.com/1-on-1-coaching/Wrestling Mindset Social MediaInstagram: / wrestlingmindsetFacebook: / wrestlingmindsetTwitter: / wrestlingmindse🎧 Listen to our podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/65xcqo9ZdPY36HeQOltPUIPodcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wrestling-mindset/id959324864📬 Contact us: mindset@wrestlingmindset.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 26, 2024 • 30min
Exclusive Interview with Zaurbek Sidakov- The Mindset Behind Olympic Gold"
This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Olympic Gold Medalist Zaurbek Sidakov.Together, they discuss how Russia managed to standardize practice routines across the country during communism; even though this may have hurt innovative practice methods, it set values and goals for all to aspire to and strive for.They also talked about the difference between static stretching and dynamic warmups and how warning up is a part of the workout and not just something we have to do. And how giving your absolute best in any practice or match can help build your confidence more.Timestamps:0:48 - Dynamic warmup vs static stretching1:49 - Standardizing practices2:49 - Warming up is part of the workout6:28 - Giving your best gives you confidence11:18 - Luck is needed to be the best17:00 - Sidakov on sports psychologyPlease 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🎙Stay connected with Wrestling Mindset🔗 Visit our website: https://www.wrestlingmindset.com/📞 Book a free consultation: https://www.wrestlingmindset.com/1-on-1-coaching/Wrestling Mindset Social MediaInstagram: / wrestlingmindsetFacebook: / wrestlingmindsetTwitter: / wrestlingmindse🎧 Listen to our podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/65xcqo9ZdPY36HeQOltPUIPodcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wrestling-mindset/id959324864📬 Contact us: mindset@wrestlingmindset.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Aug 19, 2024 • 1h 37min
Quantum Biology Science Used by Kyle Dake w/ Dr. Jack Kruse
Dr. Jack Kruse, a neurosurgeon and CEO of the Kruse Longevity Center, joins athlete Kyle Dake to discuss how Quantum Biology can elevate performance. They explore outdoor training's benefits, emphasizing nature's elements like light, water, and magnetism. The duo delves into how optimizing sleep and understanding personal health needs can enhance athletic success. They challenge traditional views on muscle size, advocating for a wellness-first approach, alongside the importance of environmental factors for overall vitality in sports.

Aug 13, 2024 • 46min
2024 Olympic Wrestling Breakdown
Wrestling Mindset is the Official Mental Training Partner of USA Wrestling.Topics:- Breakdown of Mens Freestyle, Greco and Women's Freestyle Results- Success of Team Japan- Russia Out of Olympics?- Sebastian Rivera Bronze Medal and Coach Jeff Buxton Saves Day- Dake and Takatani Keep it in Perspective- Post Olympic Depression Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 5, 2024 • 43min
From Competing to Coaching with Nino Bonaccorsi
This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Nino BonaccorsiTogether, they discuss the challenge to get into team USA and how it can be more challenging than the Olympics themselves.They also talk about the effort he put into wrestling and how it's not just what we do on the mat, it encompasses every aspects of our lives. How important taking rest days is and being at peace with it and what the benefits are to laying out a plan for every wrestling season.Timestamps:1:42 - Getting into Team USA10:25 - Effort is all-encompassing13:50 - Being at peace with resting23:58 - The benefits of laying out a plan29:43 - From wrestler to coach35:09 - The impact of spiritualityPlease 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🎙Stay connected with Wrestling Mindset🔗 Visit our website: https://www.wrestlingmindset.com/📞 Book a free consultation: https://www.wrestlingmindset.com/1-on-1-coaching/Wrestling Mindset Social MediaInstagram: / wrestlingmindsetFacebook: / wrestlingmindsetTwitter: / wrestlingmindse🎧 Listen to our podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/65xcqo9ZdPY36HeQOltPUIPodcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wrestling-mindset/id959324864📬 Contact us: mindset@wrestlingmindset.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 29, 2024 • 23min
Shifting Perspective with Shayne Van Ness
This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Shayne Van Ness.Together, they discuss how you can improve your wrestling skills off the mat simply by shifting your perspective.They also talk about how he was cultivated into wrestling from a young age, how studying the ancient stoics and Greek philosophers can grow your mindset, which football skills transfer best to wrestling, and that no matter how great you are, you can always do better.Timestamps:2:18 - Improving your perspective3:41 - Studies to grow mindset5:23 - Cultivated into wrestling7:12 - How to talk to young wrestlers12:28 - Transferable skills from football to wrestling14:45 - Career trajectory17:50 - You can always do betterPlease 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🎙Stay connected with Wrestling Mindset🔗 Visit our website: https://www.wrestlingmindset.com/📞 Book a free consultation: https://www.wrestlingmindset.com/1-on-1-coaching/Wrestling Mindset Social MediaInstagram: / wrestlingmindsetFacebook: / wrestlingmindsetTwitter: / wrestlingmindse🎧 Listen to our podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/65xcqo9ZdPY36HeQOltPUIPodcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wrestling-mindset/id959324864📬 Contact us: mindset@wrestlingmindset.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


