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 CEO Gene Zannetti. Visit our website to learn more at htt…
The Wrestling Mindset podcast is an incredible resource for wrestlers and coaches alike. With each episode, listeners are guaranteed to gain something valuable, regardless of the subject being discussed. I cannot recommend this podcast enough. The hosts, Coach Mike and his guests, deliver well-produced episodes that feature relevant people in the wrestling world. They offer messages that not only help younger athletes grow and develop but also provide insights and advice that can be applied to various areas of life.
One of the best aspects of The Wrestling Mindset podcast is the breadth of topics covered. Whether it's mental strategies for overcoming adversity on the mat, techniques for improving mindset and focus during matches, or interviews with successful wrestlers who share their experiences and advice, there is always something new to learn from each episode. The hosts bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, making the content both informative and practical. As a coach myself, I have found myself using the concepts and ideas discussed in these podcasts on a weekly basis while working with my wrestlers and students.
Furthermore, the Zannetti brothers, Gene and Jeff, who host this podcast do an exceptional job in delivering a high-quality product. Their energy is infectious, keeping listeners engaged throughout each episode. They bring a level of experience and integrity to the marketplace that is truly commendable. It is evident that they genuinely care about their audience's growth and success both on and off the wrestling mat.
While it may be difficult to find any significant flaws in The Wrestling Mindset podcast, one minor aspect worth mentioning is that occasionally some episodes could benefit from more varied perspectives or guest appearances. While Coach Mike provides excellent insights himself, having different guests with diverse backgrounds could add even more value to certain topics.
In conclusion, The Wrestling Mindset podcast is a must-listen for wrestling fans looking to enhance their mental approach to the sport. With its well-produced content featuring relevant individuals in wrestling, listeners are guaranteed to gain valuable insights and strategies that can be applied to their training and performance. The Zannetti brothers have created a fantastic resource that addresses the often-neglected mental aspect of the sport, offering a service that is much needed for athletes and coaches alike. I highly recommend their work as it has undoubtedly helped me in my coaching journey, and I am confident it will do the same for others.
Gene Zannetti talks with Dragon Wrestling Club founder Eleazar De Luca about why cutting weight is overrated, how confidence comes from drilling proper technique, and teaching wrestlers to shoot to positions of strength instead of uncertainty.Timestamps:2:40 - High school wrestlers focus on the wrong things3:38 - Learning from his own mistakes7:16 - Soviet Union model: one coach for life10:36 - Drilling proper technique and chain wrestling12:23 - Teaching proper vs improper wrestling positions17:00 - Confidence is brought by the drill20:10 - Competition frequency recommendations27:04 - USA Wrestling's systematic approach
Gene Zannetti talks with Woodbridge High School Head Coach Mike Monaco about kids wrestling to avoid disappointing parents instead of for themselves, how social media creates unrealistic expectations at young ages, and why there's no better feeling than being the underdog who lets it fly.Timestamps:2:03 - Parental pressure and wrestling for yourself5:44 - Professional-level coaching from a young age7:27 - Learning from losses even when you do everything right10:19 - Weight management and discipline13:25 - Wrestling community brings different people together19:06 - The sport is growing21:14 - Being the 10 seed with nothing to lose25:00 - Loading up districts and wrestling the best
Gene Zannetti talks with West Essex Head Coach Michael Markey about why wrestling has become mentally heavier with social media and national exposure, balancing tough competition with building confidence, and why coaches need mindset training as much as their athletes.Timestamps:1:15 - How social media has made wrestling heavier4:37 - Balancing between testing and confidence building9:17 - Mindset as the edge when everyone has access to technique10:20 - Battling imposter syndrome14:22 - Staying current as competition gets tougher19:06 - Wrestling as a self-development tool, not just winning20:26 - Coaches need mindset training too24:11 - Forcing your goals versus their goals
Gene Zannetti talks with Brick Township Head Coach Joe Lindenbaum about why kids and coaches change every two to three years, reframing nerves as excitement for competition, and building community to keep wrestlers home in your program.Timestamps:1:55 - Weight cutting struggles and better nutrition resources3:02 - Kids change in cycles every 2-3 years6:19 - Having fun and incorporating games into practice7:11 - Reframing nervous as excited for competition10:01 - Focus on what you have, not what others have10:49 - Building community to keep wrestlers home15:43 - Scouting helps some but hurts many more18:24 - Off-season focus on improvement, not just wins
Gene Zannetti talks with High Point Head Coach Billy Smith about overcoming nerves through deep breathing and relaxation, why team wrestling prepares athletes for individual success, and keeping fundamentals basic for 50+ years of program success.Timestamps:0:46 - Struggling with nerves despite confident preparation3:53 - The moment deep breathing beat the nerves5:13 - Kids need structure and guidance with checklists6:28 - Overthinking as a cerebral wrestler10:17 - Love winning but more than just a competitor14:00 - Team goals prepare you for individual goals18:01 - Being part of something bigger than yourself22:15 - Managing personalities harder than coaching technique
Gene Zannetti talks with Rutgers RTC Coach Kyle Kiss about belief being the biggest battle at every level, why middle school results don't predict college success, and focusing on long-term development instead of immediate wins and tournament pressure.Timestamps:1:40 - Building Triumph and Garden State Wrestling4:32 - Summer travel with international competition9:46 - Biggest lesson: belief is always a battle12:51 - Mental struggles at every level of wrestling17:33 - Middle school phenoms don't always pan out18:10 - Half of college wrestlers weren't best in middle school20:14 - Writing down mental reminders before matches22:22 - Focus on scoring points today, not future
Gene Zannetti talks with Southern Regional Head Coach Dan Roy about using hard training to build mental toughness, why kids need to understand the "why" behind their work, and learning that confidence issues made him a better coach for understanding his wrestlers' struggles.Timestamps:2:59 - 23 years at Southern Regional5:59 - Kids become like your own children10:53 - Community support and environment at Southern13:40 - Wrestling teaches life lessons, not just winning17:16 - Train hard so adversity doesn't break you mentally20:20 - Importance of warm-up and nutrition routine24:17 - Different kids need different motivation approaches33:16 - Gratitude mindset: "I get to" not "I have to"
Gene Zannetti talks with Olympic Champion Kendall Cross about breaking down opponents with sport intelligence, placing low value on failures to stay optimistic, and why being motivated to compete matters more than being the best athlete.Timestamps:2:50 - Positive outlook and optimistic mindset4:01 - Being a cerebral wrestler without elite athleticism8:04 - Early influences9:55 - Demystifying the Olympic process12:40 - Naysayers doubting the unorthodox style16:35 - Social media's impact on young wrestlers today21:30 - High motivation to compete drives success23:30 - Placing low value on failures and mistakes
Gene Zannetti talks with coaches Mike Foca and Donny DeFilippis about why parents need to step back and let coaches do their job, the dangers of club hopping, and why customer-is-always-right doesn't apply to wrestling coaching.Timestamps:1:43 - The difficulty of coaching your own child12:28 - What parents should do when entering your room14:10 - Parents can't let go of their kids19:38 - Parents proving coaches wrong instead of kids proving themselves21:46 - Stop chasing kids and begging them to stay25:11 - Private lessons vs practice room development32:03 - Academy and military discipline in coaching40:28 - Club hopping destroys consistency and coachability
Gene Zannetti talks with Virginia Tech Head Coach Tony Robie about his kidney donation to an athlete's father, why effort matters more than results, eliminating the fear of getting tired, and how doing hard things strengthens your mind and spirit.Timestamps:4:21 - What makes Virginia Tech unique7:13 - Brotherhood and team culture10:00 - Donating a kidney to Norm Latona14:12 - Doing hard things strengthens your spirit15:50 - You can care too much17:20 - Coaching philosophies20:13 - Eliminating the fear of getting tired22:01 - Approach what makes you afraid
Gene Zannetti talks with Jackson Liberty High School Head Coach Gianni Ghione about the importance of continuity in coaching, the value of genuine passion, and why wrestling may not be for everyone.Timestamps:1:58 - Gianni's journey4:53 - Upcoming season6:00 - The continuity of coaching9:36 - You can't fake passion10:40 - What's changing and what stays the same14:15 - Social media's long-term effects18:36 - Wrestling is not for everyone21:30 - Jackson Liberty culture
Gene Zannetti talks with Ridge High School Head Coach Roy Dragon about the widening gap in high school wrestling, doing more than the top kids to close the distance, and why being a great person comes before being a great wrestler.Timestamps:3:49 - The evolution of New Jersey wrestling talent5:54 - Doing more than the top kids to close the gap7:17 - Social media's impact on young wrestlers10:34 - Watching and learning from elite wrestlers12:20 - The tight-knit wrestling community of the past16:06 - Public school mindset and representing your town20:06 - Creating great people first, wrestlers second21:45 - Wrestling is the toughest sport for parents too
Gene Zannetti talks with Warren Hills Head Coach K.C. Wanamaker about the importance of training your mind as much as your body, succeeding at public schools without making excuses, and why it's less about where you go and more about what you do when you're there.Timestamps:3:04 - Believe in yourself and train your mind4:17 - Wishing he had mindset training as an athlete8:18 - It's less about where you go, more about what you do9:00 - Building a high-level public school program11:44 - Stop making excuses and comparing to others15:03 - Competing against local powerhouse programs17:16 - Where athletes train and club opportunities19:29 - Building youth wrestling
Gene Zannetti reconnects with longtime friend and teammate Matt Stanzione, Head Coach of Mountain Lakes High School Wrestling, to talk about the highs and lows of coaching, the evolution of youth sports, and the lessons wrestling teaches far beyond the mat. From childhood memories and rivalry stories to navigating setbacks as a coach, this episode dives into why persistence, relationships, and resilience matter most.Timestamps:3:40 – Growing up teammates: football, baseball, wrestling, and more7:55 – Starting a coaching career while still in college13:22 – Building the Mountain Lakes program and early struggles18:48 – Stepping away after a low point and learning perspective25:10 – Coming back as head coach with renewed purpose32:14 – Balancing family, teaching, and coaching for 20+ years40:28 – The importance of multi-sport athletes and avoiding burnout47:15 – How COVID impacted feeder programs and rebuilding numbers53:20 – Why wrestling makes everything else in life feel easier1:05:44 – The power of rivalries, friendships, and lifelong lessons from the sport
Gene Zannetti talks with Parsippany Hills Head Coach Chris Wells about overcoming adversity in wrestling, how social media affects young athletes, and why building great human beings matters more than just winning matches.Timestamps:4:03 - The importance of mindset in competition8:16 - College struggles and rock bottom moments10:20 - Parents' unconditional support changing everything12:06 - Learning from losses more than wins15:27 - Wrestling the same opponent repeatedly17:06 - What the mind can overcome vs. hold us back from20:14 - Fear of failure leading to self-sabotage24:40 - Social media's impact on young wrestlers
Gene Zannetti talks with Coach John Azevado about the vocation of being a coach, the importance of pressure on wrestlers and their opponents, and why we change our mentality when wrestling a bigger name than us.Timestamps:6:45 - Showing freestyle to Kalika10:43 - Coaching from multiple perspectives13:03 - The vocation of being a coach15:34 - Wrestling culture on the East vs the West coast17:37 - Importance of pressure24:45 - How your pressure affects your opponent27:08 - Why we change mentality when we wrestle big names32:23 - The importance of faith
Gene Zannetti talks with Donnie DeFillipis about wrestling parents and how easily they lift up or bring down their kids without even knowing it. They discuss the messages parents send, how coaching the parents can help, and why it's so important to show their kids that they are learning with them too.Timestamps:1:15 - Parents are there to help10:05 - What messages are you sending your kids12:38 - There is a wrestling club on every corner15:58 - Listening to other parents more than coaches20:40 - Parents can't control themselves30:30 - Get better while having fun41:44 - Parents, admit when you're wrong45:46 - What's the best part of having a kid?
Gene Zannetti talks with World Champion Avtandil Kentchadze about his pressure-forward mindset, the training differences between the US and Russia, and the impact Coach Valentin has had on him.Timestamps:1:42 - Coach Valentin's impact4:58 - Pressure forward6:24 - Wrestling beginnings8:32 - Developing mindset11:50 - Everyone's system is different15:31 - American vs European style17:40 - Training in Russia20:16 - Competing at 86kg
Gene Zannetti talks with University of Pennsylvania Head Coach Matt Valenti about David Pottruck's $20 million donation to Penn, how this will impact facilities and training, and what the plans are for the team going forward.Timestamps:1:42 - Stake in the ground moment5:20 - Allocating funds9:00 - Impacting training centers 14:20 - The best wrestlers don't need the best facilities15:34 - Where the team is going18:58 - What colleges bring to the table21:34 - Penn history26:01 - New facilities
Gene Zannetti talks with US Olympic Coach Valentin Kalika about how it's harder to shift from Freestyle to Greco, why a Greco wrestler needs to have an engineer's mind, and why Judo is technically not wrestling.Timestamps:2:02 - Greco to Freestyle is an easier shift12:03 - A Greco mind needs to be like an engineer21:43 - Positions and angles25:29 - Tips for applying pressure34:00 - Mechanical difficulties in Freestyle38:42 - Judo is not wrestling43:47 - The best at applying pressure51:55 - Wrestling with a system
Gene Zannetti talks with Yianni Diakomihalis about losing and how it indicates the need to revisit and recorrect some minor issues. They talk about going up a weight class, the pros and cons of over- and underplanning, and touch on the topic of cutting weight and that it's not always the answer to a wrestler's problemsTimestamps:2:23 - Teaching at wrestling camps5:48 - Get in there and feel it11:09 - Thinking it through15:50 - Over and underplanning20:15 - Going up a weight class25:55 - Cutting weight is not always the answer32:31 - Navigating mindset through matches39:53 - A loss doesn't mean everything is off
Gene Zannetti reads the homily Pope Leo gave on the Jubilee of Sports. In his message, the Pope emphasizes the importance of perspective in sports and life. Through perspective, we gain spiritual strength to battle not just on the mat but through the difficulties of life, so that we consistently persevere to become better people.
Gene Zannetti gives his detailed Final X recap, going through all the weight classes and breaking down the wrestlers, matches, and surprises as Team USA starts to take shape. Timestamps:0:18 - Going through the weight classes5:42 - Competing when hurt8:36 - How age impacts performance16:30 - Yianni will be back24:21 - Feeling strong32:37 - Real Woods making World Team
Gene Zannetti talks with Josh Barr about his approach to life, how getting beat up on the mat will teach you more, which mindset to bring to which tournament, and the importance of staying relaxed.Timestamps:1:22 - Approaching life4:23 - Four themes of Penn State wrestling8:02 - It's good to get beat up9:29 - Mentality depending on the event13:47 - Staying fun and relaxed18:37 - Rapid questions
Gene Zannetti talks with Keegan O'Toole about wrestling through the season with an injury and his transition from wrestler to coach. They touch on wrestling paradoxes and how the one constant is glorifying God throughout his life.Timestamps:1:20 - Wrestling with an injury4:36 - Being a husband first9:19 - The paradoxes of the sport11:15 - God as a constant16:17 - The definition of success25:03 - How mentality equates to future successRemember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" for $200 Off our 30 Day Mindset Transformation: https://wrestlingmindset.wufoo.com/forms/m1bttd1d0487c56/This podcast is also sponsored by:Eat Clean Bro, visit their website https://eatcleanbro.com/ and use our discount code MINDSET for 15% offChampion Athletes Sports Nutrition, https://champion-athletes.com use promo code MINDSET25 for discounts. Please 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
Gene Zannetti talks with Pete Reilly about balancing wrestling with other sports, how coaches are raising people, not just wrestlers, ensuring that they have a real childhood, and preparing them eventually for life when their wrestling careers is over.Timestamps:5:40 - Coaching different age groups8:26 - Balanced approach with other sports17:10 - Childhood should be an amazing time24:10 - Life after wrestling31:48 - Working through paradoxes38:17 - Raising people not just wrestlersRemember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" for $200 Off our 30 Day Mindset Transformation: https://wrestlingmindset.wufoo.com/forms/m1bttd1d0487c56/This podcast is also sponsored by:Eat Clean Bro, visit their website https://eatcleanbro.com/ and use our discount code MINDSET for 15% offChampion Athletes Sports Nutrition, https://champion-athletes.com use promo code MINDSET25 for discounts. Please 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
Gene Zannetti talks with U17 Freestyle World Team Trials Champion Keegan Bassett about his recent victory, the perks of growing up in a wrestling family, what motivates him more than anything, and how he'll use it, along with mindset training, to tackle the rest of the freestyle season.Timestamps:1:10 - Recapping WTT4:10 - Wrestling your partner8:28 - Being part of a wrestling family9:09 - Motivations and goals15:21 - Mindset training benefits16:23 - Approach to the freestyle seasonRemember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" for $200 Off our 30 Day Mindset Transformation: https://wrestlingmindset.wufoo.com/forms/m1bttd1d0487c56/This podcast is also sponsored by:Eat Clean Bro, visit their website https://eatcleanbro.com/ and use our discount code MINDSET for 15% offChampion Athletes Sports Nutrition, https://champion-athletes.com use promo code MINDSET25 for discounts.Please 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
Gene Zannetti talks with Coach Michael Blanchard about his newly released book, The Path We Take. They discuss how it's part Michael's origin story, part mindset guide, and how important it is the help kids find their own way in wrestling and life.Timestamps:1:00 - Extended wrestling camps6:04 - Looking at the bigger picture7:01 - The Path We Take book12:50 - Who the book is for17:05 - Letting your kids find their own way24:13 - Last year's winsRemember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" for $200 Off our 30 Day Mindset Transformation: https://wrestlingmindset.wufoo.com/forms/m1bttd1d0487c56/This podcast is also sponsored by Eat Clean Bro, visit their website https://eatcleanbro.com/ and use our discount code MINDSET for 15% off.Please 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
USA Olympic Coach Valentin Kalika and Gene Zannetti talk about the differences in wrestling around the world. From the money to be made, to switching between coaches, and how intensity and quality need to go hand in hand for a wrestler to truly succeed.Timestamps:3:56 - Champions are a family5:53 - The money in wrestling9:02 - The downside of jumping coaches11:32 - Wrestling around the world15:17 - Intensity vs quality21:12 - Coaching Team USA GrecoRemember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" for $200 Off our 30 Day Mindset Transformation: https://wrestlingmindset.wufoo.com/forms/m1bttd1d0487c56/This podcast is also sponsored by Eat Clean Bro, visit their website https://eatcleanbro.com/ and use our discount code MINDSET for 15% off.Please 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
Kyle Dake and Greg Accetta talk with Gene Zannetti about their newly released documentary. They talk about how it started, how being filmed can affect your behavior, and how a business partnership became a lasting friendship.Timestamps:2:55 - How the documentary started21:38 - Injuries that would break other wrestlers33:40 - Greg and Kyle meet for the first time49:27 - Creating a friendship51:33 - Dealing with naysayers57:26 - How filming affects your behaviorRemember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" for $200 Off our 30 Day Mindset Transformation: https://wrestlingmindset.wufoo.com/forms/m1bttd1d0487c56/This podcast is also sponsored by Eat Clean Bro, visit their website https://eatcleanbro.com/ and use our discount code MINDSET for 15% off.Please 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
Dean Hamiti talks with Gene Zannetti about the NCAAs and what's next for him at Oklahoma State. He talks about the coaches there, his mindset going into every match, and what his path to the Olympics will look like.Timestamps:0:36 - After the NCAAs2:24 - How to put on a show4:14 - Wrestling David Taylor7:05 - Oklahoma State Coaches10:50 - Upcoming plans13:11 - Looking to the OlympicsRemember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" for $200 Off our 30 Day Mindset Transformation: https://wrestlingmindset.wufoo.com/forms/m1bttd1d0487c56/This podcast is also sponsored by Eat Clean Bro, visit their website https://eatcleanbro.com/ and use our discount code MINDSET for 15% off.Please 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
Bo Bassett and Gene Zannetti recap this year's surprising NCAA outcome. They also touch on what Gable has done for wrestling overall, how to consistently keep beating the same opponents, and why having faith and family is better than going at it alone.Timestamps:1:15 - Gable is an icon7:10 - Carter Starocci's mindset10:30 - Bassett Brothers on stage16:43 - Beating the same guys over and over22:20 - You can't do it on your own30:58 - There are no gimmesRemember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" for $200 Off our 30 Day Mindset Transformation: https://wrestlingmindset.wufoo.com/forms/m1bttd1d0487c56/This podcast is also sponsored by Eat Clean Bro, visit their website https://eatcleanbro.com/ and use our discount code MINDSET for 15% off.Please 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
Gene and Jeff Zannetti talk about this year's unexpected NCAA results, discussing the least aggressive finals in a while, some unexpected political appearances, and what they hope for the future of the tournament.Timestamps:0:38- Wyatt Hendrickson, Gable and Trump7:51 - Gavin Drexler lowest seeded All-American11:28 - AJ Ferrari reformed17:10 - Carter Starocci wins unprecedented #518:54 - Nebraska wrestling24:16 - David Taylor and OSU34:18 - Penn StateRemember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" for $200 Off our 30 Day Mindset Transformation: https://wrestlingmindset.wufoo.com/forms/m1bttd1d0487c56/This podcast is also sponsored by Eat Clean Bro, visit their website https://eatcleanbro.com/ and use our discount code MINDSET for 15% off.Please 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
Bo Bassett's parents talk about his recruitment process before finally landing on Iowa, what they loved about that college compared to the rest, and when recruiters are saying what the wrestler wants to hear, how parents can cut through that to see what's really on the table.Timestamps:1:13 - Bo's recruitment process4:21 - The criteria that Iowa met9:36 - Cutting through the ''recruiter talk''19:26 - Living in a three-wrestler household27:31 - Mindset is everything29:01 - Moms' impact on mindset working behind the scenesRemember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" for $200 Off our 30 Day Mindset Transformation: https://wrestlingmindset.wufoo.com/forms/m1bttd1d0487c56/This podcast is also sponsored by Eat Clean Bro, visit their website https://eatcleanbro.com/ and use our discount code MINDSET for 15% off.Please 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
Bo Bassett talks about his choice to join the Iowa State Hawkeyes, what it's like to work with wrestling greats like the Brands Brothers and Alex Marinelli, and how you can be aggressive for points and still smile and have fun.Timestamps:0:39 - Bo joins the Hawkeyes2:02 - Why Iowa4:57 - The Brands Brothers coaching style7:30 - Working with Coach Alex Marinelli11:29 - Upcoming tournaments13:31 - Mindset going into the post-seasonRemember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" for $200 Off our 30 Day Mindset Transformation: https://wrestlingmindset.wufoo.com/forms/m1bttd1d0487c56/This podcast is also sponsored by Eat Clean Bro, visit their website https://eatcleanbro.com/ and use our discount code MINDSET for 15% off.Please 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
All-American and Wrestling Mindset Partner Shayne Van Ness talks about how useful smiling can be when dealing with pressure, that sometimes losing a match is exactly what a wrestler needs to grow even more, and most importantly, what's it gonna take to win a title this year.Timestamps:1:53 - Forget the pressure and smile2:46 - Parents at matches might help with pressure4:14 - Sometimes losing a match is the best thing for you5:00 - Be yourself8:12 - Penn State's common mindset12:41 - Not play wrestling, sparring with a purposeRemember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" for $200 Off our 30 Day Mindset Transformation: https://wrestlingmindset.wufoo.com/forms/m1bttd1d0487c56/This podcast is also sponsored by Eat Clean Bro, visit their website https://eatcleanbro.com/ and use our discount code MINDSET for 15% off.Please 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
When the stakes are high and the pressure is on, how do elite wrestlers stay calm, focused, and confident?In this video, we break down strategies to manage postseason stress, maintain composure, and perform at your best when it matters most.Remember to use code "30DAYPODCAST" for $200 Off our 30 Day Mindset Transformation.This podcast is also sponsored by Eat Clean Bro, visit their website https://eatcleanbro.com/ and use our discount code MINDSET for 15% off.Please 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
On today's show we have St. Edward and UPenn grads, state champs, and NCAA Div I wrestlers Ben Hatta (EIWA Champion) and Yoshi Nakamura (2X All-American, EIWA/Penn HOF) to discuss the latest 4- part wrestling docuseries, Clash of Dynasties: St. Edward vs Walsh Jesuit.Hatta, has previously produced critically acclaimed wrestling documentaries, Team Foxcatcher (Netflix) and Angle (Peacock)- both with 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, and is now directing his latest project, Clash, about the intense 10-year rivalry between the wrestling powerhouse high schools in the 1990s. This four Episode series dives deep into the battles on the mat and the multiple struggles the teens faced off the mat, including the loss of coaches, parents, teammates...even a referee during one of their dual meets.Hatta and Nakamura speak about the rivalry that not only changed their lives but the lives of so many athletes that went on to great national and world success. They explain how this story is more than a wrestling or sports story, but it's a human story- that can speak to anyone who has battled through adversity, stumbled and got back up, or just strived to be the best.Check out more at clashofdynasties.com where you can buy, rent, or GIFT the series! It makes the perfect present for any sports, wrestling, or documentary fan. @clashofdynastiesTimestamps:0:49 - The inspiration for the documentary5:04 - How not to be one-sided11:21 - Remembering the losses 30 years later22:03 - Growing women's wrestling28:09 - Connecting with non-wrestlers35:27 - Building dynastiesPlease 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
2024 NCAA Runner-Up and Wrestling Mindset partner Beau Bartlett talks about wrestling's competitive spirit, why we love it so much, and how we can make a stronger impact on the next generation.Timestamps:1:20 - American wrestling's competitive spirit5:20 - Learning from your elders7:18 - Why we love wrestling10:38 - The rewards of working with young kids12:32 - Listening to advice15:35 - Making an impact on young wrestlersPlease 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 CEO Gene Zannetti talks with Pin Cancer Founder Dan Tramontozzi about how the wrestling community can help Pin Cancer and make a difference in the lives of those affected.Link to donate- https://getinvolved.pincancer.org/campaign/641472/donatePin Cancer website- https://pincancer.orgTimestamps:1:19 - The origins of Pin Cancer4:52 - Gaining perspective7:50 - The power of gratitude15:02 - Something you could be doing right now22:00 - Knowledge - Action = Nothing30:42 - We're trapped in the jail of our mindsPlease 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 Gene Zannetti gives a masterclass in Japanese Wrestling.He explores the evolution from ancient Samurai combat to modern Judo, highlighting how these martial arts shaped today's wrestling techniques, the mixing of cultures when Judo and American wrestlers traded knowledge and techniques, and the philosophical foundations of Japanese wrestling, examining key figures like Jiguro Kano and essential texts, including Takadi Hatta's handbook.Timestamps:0:58 - Japanese wrestling history4:00 - From Samurai to Judo7:39 - Bringing Judo to the West12:19 - Jiguro Kano, the father of Judo21:07 - Takadi Hatta's handbook23:43 - Must-read books for Japanese wrestling31:23 - Rooted in mind and bodyPlease 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
Yianni Discusses What the Future Holds for His Wrestling Career.Timestamps:1:03 - Looking long term2:16 - How to stay mentally strong during recovery4:48 - Always practicing7:13 - Cornell's plans this year12:04 - The inspiring stories about John Smith15:21 - Helping other wrestlersPlease 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
Fresh off a Super 32 Title, Bo Basset shares he tenacity about knowing when to dig deep, what he thinks are the top 5 high school tournaments, and much more!Timestamps:05:56 - Knowing when to dig deep08:11 - Dealing with facing your idols10:28 - Top 5 high school tournaments17:26 - Acting different in practice and matches23:12 - Sibling differences31:07 - Choosing schools as a top recruitPlease 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
Vito Arujau is looking to defend his title at the World Championships. Listen to his thoughts and feelings before the tournament.Timestamps:2:32 - Can't be 100% all year round4:50 - Looking past the pressure9:10 - Seeing big events as just wrestling11:00 - Visualize keeping things together16:00 - Giving mindset advice20:27 - The challenge is our mindsPlease 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
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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
Ben Askren and Spartan Owner Joe DeSena wrote a book Extreme Balance https://www.amazon.com/Extreme-Balance-Paradoxical-Principles-Champion/dp/1642011770 to teach wrestlers how to balance paradox to Succeed in wrestling and life.Timestamps:2:15 - Living in a world of paradox8:09 - The most common questions12:30 - Balancing confidence and motivation21:29 - Not following Iowa-style wrestling26:39 - Inspiration from other martial arts33:24 - Wrestling concepts for everyday lifePlease 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 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
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
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
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
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