Podcasts about world medalist

Join us for an insightful episode of the Athletor Podcast featuring Donny Pritzlaff, the Associate Coach at Rutgers, World Medalist, and 2x NCAA Champion. In this episode, Donny shares how Earnie Monaco influenced his approach to wrestling and discusses the balance between baseline technique and innovative "funk" moves. He opens up about the discipline that drove his success as both an athlete and coach, and how he manages expectations at the Jersey Mike's Arena. Plus, Donny reveals his surprising picks for the Mount Rushmore of wrestling and delves into the processes that have led to his remarkable career achievements. Tune in for a deep dive into the mind of one of wrestling's most respected figures, and learn about the strategies and mindset that have made Donny Pritzlaff a standout in the sport.

Shane Sparks catches up with one of the most decorated heavyweights in college and international history, Nick Gwiazdowski.

Shane Sparks joins New York native and current Cornell assistant coach Nick Gwiazdowski, a two-time World bronze medalist, four-time All-American and two-time NCAA Champion on the latest episode of the Go Earn It Podcast. Gwiazdowski started his college career at Binghamton for head coach Pat Popolizio and followed his coach to NC State where he'd win two NCAA titles and wrestle in the finals three times. Sparks tracks Gwiazdowski's path from growing up in the Capital Region of New York to his numerous U.S. Open championships to go along with his stellar college career.

In Episode 056 of the Athletor Podcast, we welcome Reece Humphrey, a World Medalist, 2X NCAA All-American, and the current Assistant Coach at Princeton. Reece opens up about his multifaceted life, sharing insights into his podcasting ventures and musical interests, revealing a side of him that goes beyond the mat. His approach to learning new skills, dealing with failure, and engaging in adult wrestling offers listeners a comprehensive look at the mindset of an elite athlete turned influential coach. Reece also dives deep into the coaching strategies that have shaped his career, discussing the nuances of coaching wrestlers with varying body types and wrestling styles, and his methods for guiding beginner wrestlers. His unique perspective on adaptation and teaching offers invaluable lessons not just for athletes, but for anyone looking to excel in their field. Join us for an enlightening conversation that explores the depth of wrestling coaching and the personal growth that comes from embracing every part of the journey.

Welcome to the latest exciting episode of the Pursuit of Gold podcast, where Laura is joined by the remarkable Katrina Young, a two-time Olympian and five-time world medalist in diving for an inspiring journey through Katrina's life and career. Starting with her outstanding achievements in both gymnastics and diving during her formative years, Katrina's story reflects her steadfast ambition throughout as, despite the fact that her college dreams in sports didn't come to fruition, she persevered, ultimately propelling herself towards Olympic greatness. As she now prepares for the 2024 World Aquatic Championships in Doha and aims for her third Olympic appearance in Paris, Katrina's path is filled with highs, lows, and a focus on authentic competition. Laura and Katrina embark upon this remarkable voyage of ambition, self-discovery, and the relentless pursuit of Olympic gold by delving into Katrina's gymnastics-to-diving transition, her familial inspiration from her Olympian grandmother, her transformative mindset shift, and her candid discussion on handling performance anxiety. This inspiring conversation provides invaluable insights into the trials of Olympic competition, the post-Olympic challenges athletes face, the pursuit of a music career alongside diving, life-altering decisions, and the significance of trust and authenticity in the competitive arena. Katrina Young's captivating journey, balancing both diving and music careers, reminds us that the pursuit of passion and authenticity is the true path to greatness. Don't miss out on this engaging episode, as it resonates with ambition, offers inspiration, and underscores the relentless pursuit of one's dreams. Episode Highlights: Katrina's dual background in gymnastics and diving The profound influence of her grandmother, an Olympian in track and field, on Katrina's ambition and determination The challenges Katrina faced during her college years and the pivotal shift in her mindset The significant transition to coach John Proctor and the crucial moments leading up to the 2016 Olympics The importance of authenticity and staying true to oneself in the competitive world Dealing with the pressures of nerves and performance anxiety as a competitive athlete Katrina's ongoing journey of self-discovery and personal growth in pursuit of Olympic success Exploring post-Olympic challenges, including the phenomenon of "post-Olympic blues," and how music played a healing role Quote: "When you're going after your dreams, you don't feel like you have a choice." "No matter what great things our coach says or our friends say, it's our voice in our head 24/7." "It felt a little bit scary to have that much time to think about the possibilities." "I felt like I had to change who I was to become an Olympian, and that's not the truth." "For me, it's more of a performance than anything." "It's a very ironic mix of emotions for me. Every time going into it, I'm like, “I'm going to throw up.”” "Fear is totally normal. It's a totally human thing. But that is also the only time that you can be courageous." Links: The Pursuit of Gold Website Top 10 Mental Skills Guide Laura's Social Media: Laura's Instagram Laura's Facebook Connect with Katrina: Katrina's Instagram Katrina's X (Twitter) Katrina's Grandstand Katrina's TikTok

Tara Rigney is a Olympian and recent World Medalist from Australia. After being selected and competing in the Tokyo Olympics, Tara has shifted her focus to the single scull and found incredible success, becoming one of the best scullers in the world. Enjoy! The Row Show therowshowsa@gmail.com Instagram: @therowshowsa WhatsApp +27764209145 https://www.patreon.com/therowshow Hosts: Jake Green (@jakemiltongreen) Lawrence Brittain (@brittain_l) Racing commentary provided by world rowing. www.worldrowing.com Racing videos on: https://www.eurovisionsports.tv/fisa/ Image Credit: Getty Images

Today's guest is future US Olympic hopeful Sunny Choi. Sunny is looking to compete in the first ever appearance of Break Dancing in the Olympics next year in Paris. Having a background in gymnastics has helped Sunny to succeed in her new found sport, where she is the number one ranked female in the US, as well as a World Medalist. Sunny is an accomplished and impressive athlete, who is one of the United States best hopes for a medal next year in the historic unveiling of a new Olympic Sport. Sunny's IG: @_sunnychoi ••••• This episode is brought to you by Sisu Sauna. Sauna and contrast therapy offers a natural and holistic approach to wellness, providing numerous benefits that support physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Heat from the sauna helps relax muscles and improves blood circulation, aiding in the recovery of strained or fatigued muscles. It can also help reduce muscle soreness after intense physical activity. Sisu Saunas are made in the USA, using the highest quality wood and steel products, plus their new Huum heaters are the best on the market. If you are interested in trying contrast therapy we cannot recommend these saunas highly enough. use code “powermonkey” for 5% off.  

Today's guest is John Dudley. John is a professional archery athlete, bowhunter, founder of Nock On Archery, and host of the Nock On Podcast and Nock On TV.  He has competed in hundreds of tournaments in the U.S. and abroad, resulting in three National Championships and 45 career top-three finishes. He is a 13-time World Medalist, U.S. Open Silver Medalist, and U.S. Open Gold Medal Team member. He also serves on the pro teams for multiple industry leaders, traveling the world conducting seminars for national and Olympic teams.  Nock On Archery is an all-encompassing platform with a mission to improve all archers and bowhunters through in-depth education, custom products, and inspiring content, including School of Nock, Nock On Podcast, Nock 2 Fork, Nock Fit, and Nock On TV.  You can learn more about Nock On Archery by visiting nockonarchery.com and subscribing to their YouTube Channel @nockonarchery Follow @NockOnTV on Instagram and Twitter to keep up with John. SPONSORS: Navy Federal Credit Union: Today's episode is presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Learn more about them at navyfederal.org  1st Phorm: Go to www.1stphorm.com/JACKCARR to receive free shipping on any orders over $75. PARD: Go to www.Pard.com to get your TD32 Multi-Spectral Riflescope today and follow @PARD_USA. Black Rifle Coffee Company: Today's episode is also brought to you by Black Rifle. Purchase at http://www.blackriflecoffee.com/dangerclose and use code: dangerclose20 at checkout for 20% off your purchase and your first coffee club order! Danger Close Apparel: Check out the new Danger Close apparel.  Featured Gear SIG: Today's featured gear segment is sponsored by SIG Sauer. You can learn more about SIG here. Inglorious Amateurs Shirts  NTN 33 Bow Leupold RangeFinders 3GunKenzie  Hunters Gold HD Sunglasses  Allegiance Flag Supply  SIG P320 - Concierge Service Bravo Company Manufacturing

In the final episode of this series, Lance sits down with Inga Thompson, a retired cyclist who is a three-times Olympian, ten-times National Champion, three-times World Medalist, and two-times podium finisher of the Women's Tour de France. Together, they discuss the backlash Inga received after voicing her opinion on the topic of transgender athletes in sports, the idea of biology vs. ideology, and the possibility of an open category.

Most parents will go to great lengths to ensure their children succeed. From tutoring sessions to extracurricular activities, they explore every avenue to help their kids thrive in the classroom and in life.  For this episode, we talk with Ice Dancing Olympian and World Medalist Andrew Poje. He has achieved remarkable feats in his athletic career, and now works as an academic coach for children. He shares his thoughts on the intriguing connection between sports and education, and how students can apply the valuable lessons learned through playing sports to academic success.  Listen now to hear: How having an athlete's mindset can help with academics [05:52]; Strategies to help kids take ownership of their dreams and ambitions [07:25]; The value of setting big, scary goals [09:52]; Developing a healthy response to pressure in kids [14:56]; and The importance of building a network of success for your child [15:28]. Don't miss Today's Takeaways!  Listen all the way to the end of the episode for three tips on how to help your children excel in their learning.    Links and Resources  Check out Andrew's website and follow him on Instagram. Watch Andrew and ice dancing partner Kaitlyn Weaver perform at a Canadian ice skating exhibition in early 2023. Watch the video version of this episode on the Future of Education YouTube channel. Don't forget to like and follow!  Explore Alpha, a unique school that uses adaptive software and motivational strategies to help students to learn in the style that works best for them. Learn more about GT School, an online program that helps gifted and talented kids supercharge their academics.    Be part of something special Stay connected with our community:  YouTube channel Facebook Instagram  Twitter  If you enjoy the Gifted Minds podcast, would you leave us a short review on your favorite podcast platform? We love reading your feedback and ideas.    About Andrew Poje Many in the world strive to become world-class at something. However, it takes purpose and perspective to achieve success in life. My athletic experience has been integral in helping me succeed daily. Being a two-time Olympian, a three-time World Medalist, a three-time National Champion in the sport of Figure Skating taught me valuable skills, including the importance of grit, resilience, and the daily perspective required to achieve goals. Leaning into my curious nature, I constantly dove into the world of personal development. Pushing my curiosity further by studying Biomedical Science, Master's of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and working for multinational companies, I found ways to unleash my inner why and the why's of my clients—helping to empower them through strategic design-thinking.    Podcast Credits Executive Producer and Host: MacKenzie Price Executive Producer: Lindsay Grubb, TillCo Media  Senior Producer: Amanda Avery Senior Editor: Alisa Jenkins, Springboard Marketing Marketing: Patrick Harrell, The Krewe Video Production/Editing: Kevin Smith, Picturebox Productions Music Producer: Dyami Wilson 

ABOUT THIS EPISODE Nancy Schultz Vitangeli is the widow of the late great Dave Schultz. Dave was an Olympic and World Champion, as well as a 6x World Medalist. After Dave's passing, Nancy was the Executive Director of the Dave Schultz Wrestling Club for many years and in 2018, was inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame. This episode was originally released in September of 2019. Enjoy! * PRESENTED BY BEAT THE STREETS CHICAGO This episode is presented by Beat the Streets Chicago. Help Chicago youth experience the life-changing power of wrestling with a donation to Beat the Streets Chicago. Donate now! -LINK: BTSChicago.Org/Donate PRESENTED BY QUANT This episode is presented by Quant Wrestling. Quant combines data analytics with the sport of collegiate wrestling by tracking and timing every activity in a wrestling match to produce 550 statistics that update daily. Quant takes match activities and reduces them to data, statistics, analytics and ultimately… insights. Download the Quant Wrestling app now on the Apple App Store.

Yul Moldauer discusses Arthur Gander Memorial, Swiss Cup, and the  Bundesliga League. Yul interview guest 2007 NCAA all-around champion Taqiy Abdullah-Simmons. Yul Moldauer is a US Olympian, World Medalist, and a 7-Time NCAA Champion who trains at 5280 Gymnastics in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.

Yul Moldauer discusses World Team Trials, World Championships, & the Bundesliga League.  Yul Moldauer is a US Olympian, World Medalist, and a 7-Time NCAA Champion who trains at 5280 Gymnastics in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.

Hannah Miley is a Double Commonwealth Champion, European & World Medalist, triple Olympic swimmer. Her career in the pool spanned 17 years before she announced her retirement from professional swimming at the end of 2021. She is currently navigating the transition into the next chapter of her life.During her career Hannah won six gold, 14 silver and 16 bronze medals across World and European Championships, Commonwealth Games, World Cup, European Junior and Commonwealth Youth events.In this episode we cover:The success, challenges and lessons learntHow to support your wellbeing along your journeyHow to go after your dreams and embrace transitionsThere might also be a few sport related puns!For more from Hannah check her out here:@smiley8889 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anyika 37, is a retired British sprint track and field athlete who competed in the 100 metres, 200 metres and 400 metres, and also the 4×100 metres relay and 4x400 metres relay.   Anyika is one of the few GB athletes of the past 20 years to achieve a full set of major medals.She has won medals at the Olympic Games, the world championships, Commonwealth Games and European championships.   Anyika has published a book about her life called - My Hidden Race.     “My Hidden Race is the story of Olympic medallist Anyika Onuora, who stood on the podium at every major championship in athletics.   This book won't go into detail about the technicalities of her sport or the beauty of the Olympic spirit however.   In the era of the Black Lives Matter and Me Too, this is an unflinching testimony of what it takes to pursue your dreams as a Black British woman against all odds.   This three-time Olympian will lift the lid on the reality of life as a black female athlete in Britain in a way that nobody else has done before her.   Nothing is off the record. She is revealing her life for the first time in this book with complete fearlessness.   There have been far too many years of silence caught in a system. Now Anyika is determined to make up for lost time and use her story to inspire and heal others.   My Hidden Race will take you into a world that often takes place far from the spotlight of the Olympic torch and shines an intense light on the brutal reality of professional sport for many black females.”   Listen to Anyika on the Tough Girl Podcast, new episodes go live every Tuesday at 7am UK time - Subscribe so you don't miss out.    To support the mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media. Sign up as a Patron -  www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Thank you.      Show Notes Who is Anyika and what she's achieved Working as a consultant and sharing more about her new book Living between Liverpool and London Her childhood and early years Growing up in a sporty, competitive family  Being inspired by her older brother  Realising that she was good at running Her dreams and ambitions as a little girl The dream of becoming a professional athlete Being shy and ambitious  How you progress to the professional level in athletics  Getting a degree while also competing as a full time athlete Any regrets over missing out  Working hard for everything she has Getting to the senior level and being consistent in performance Competing at her first senior championships in Melbourne, Australia Learning from her peers  The lessons learned from failure  Mental health and support and how it's changed over the past 17/20 years The lack of support to help with changes and transitions  Feeling disposable as an athlete  The pressure to perform and to be consistent How expectations can weigh you down Blocking out the pressure and working with a psychologist  Smiling and laughing to release the pressure  Getting into flow and what it's like The struggles 10 months before the Olympic games in Rio Contracting malaria and ending up in hospital Getting back to full fitness and getting ready for the Olympics Focusing on getting the job done What it was like winning a Bronze Medal in the 4x400m  Fitness and sport now Making the transition to the next stage of her career Figuring out what's next  Getting qualified in Corporate Governance  Role models and the women who have inspired Anyika Advice for women and girls who want to get into running Figuring out your why Remembering to have fun Looking after her Olympic Medal The shrine! Book: My Hidden Race   Social Media   Instagram @anyika   Twitter @annyonuora    Book: My Hidden Race 

Yul Moldauer discusses the US National team bonus scoring, college gymnastics, and more with his former 5280 Gymnastics teammates Taylor Burkhart (Stanford/US Senior National Team member) and Zak Johnson (Rocky Mountain Pride).  Yul Moldauer is a US Olympian, World Medalist, and a 7-Time NCAA Champion who trains at 5280 Gymnastics in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.

Yul Moldauer talks about US Gymnastics Championships, US Classics, Bundesliga League, & Pan American Championships.  Yul Moldauer is a US Olympian, World Medalist, and a 7-Time NCAA Champion who trains at 5280 Gymnastics in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. 

Julie Marsh, Medical Negligence Partner interviews Bobby Griffin after his elective amputation. Bobby was a motorcyclist involved in a road traffic accident and was left with an injury to his left lower limb. He went on to choose to become a below knee amputee and forge a medal winning career as a Team GB parabadminton player.

James Green is a 2x World Medalist and 6x World Team Member. He recently retired and was hired by USA Wrestling as the National Developmental coach. (Photo: Tony Rotundo, Wrestlers are Warriors)

Dominate Your Lane : Developing A Winner's Mentality Episode 52 w/ Aaron Kingsley Brown   Aaron Kingsley Brown's journey to world-wide prominence as a professional sprinter been characterized by being teachable, trusting his training, and a great support system. As a 3X Olympian, 4X Olympic and World Medalist, Nike Sprinter, and Member of Team Canada, he knows what it takes to create a mental advantage over the competition by staying true to yourself, your values, regimens, and the time tested principles that garner success. In this episode we dive into :    Transitioning from a multi-sport athlete to having a singular vision in ONE sport ; and the mental advantage one produces by having this structure.  Pro athletics and fun : why it can be enjoyable and one can still perform at a high level while generating business.  Olympic vs. everyday preparation : what his preparation, self talk, and routines look like as he performs on the world's stages.  The familiarity of environments and daily rituals : why dependable markers in your life give you a mental advantage as an athlete.  Overcoming performance anxiety : the power athletes have to calm themselves, envision the result, and tap into their truest motivations.  Trusting in your training: why reps produce the ultimate edge when it's “game time.”    And so much more! Connect with Aaron on IG :  https://www.instagram.com/kingsleysc/ To connect with the host: IG: https://instagram.com/bryndrescher Twitter: https://twitter.com/bryndrescher Facebook: https://facebook.com/bryndrescher TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bryndrescher LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/bryndrescher Website: https://bryndrescher.com/speaking

This week on the show, He's a 9x World Medalist, including two silver medals at the Olympic games in the 100mh hurdles, 2x indoor world championships titles in the 60m titles. He gets busy in the 100m as well too, He use to compete in his clothing brand, He's an entrepreneur, sprint and hurdles coach, and as of 2021, he was inducted into the USATF hall of fame. Terrence Tramell stops by the show! Each episode I try and think of a word that resonates with the person and as I was listening to this episode back, the word that came to mind was integrity. In this episode we touch on: His upbringing The culture and shifts in Atlanta in the '90s The promise he made to himself after watching the 96' Olympic games in Atlanta Why he picked the university of south Carolina & The transition to the collegiate ranks How he dealt with pressure on and off the track The importance of support & The brotherhood he cultivated with his omega psi phi family His collegiate & Olympic experiences What it was like on the circuit competing against Allen Johnson, Liu Xiang, Anier Garcia and others How being inducted into the USATF hall of fame wasn't just about him and so much more great stories throughout the episode. Dont forget to subscribe to the show on your favourite audio platforms and youtube. Watch & Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AkeemHaynesMotivates If there is a guest that you'd like to see on the show, Dm us on social or let us know in the comments section on youtube. Unscripted Social Accounts: Twitter & Instagram: @Unscriptedwak Follow Terrence On Social: Instagram: @Halloffame_Hurdler Twitter: @FameHurdler Follow Akeem On Social: Twitter & Instagram: @underdogakh Tiktok: @akeeminspires Donation To The Show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/akinspires

51. The Mind of an Olympian When push comes to shove, the right mental game is imperative. Today, Mike Foy, Olympian 1988-92 World Medalist, shares his mental techniques for when it matters most. Olympian Mike Foy   Today's Lexi:  Ταλέντο — Talénto (Talent)   In this episode:  Today Kefi L!fe is excited to visit with Mike Foy, Olympian 1988-92 World Medalist, about the power of the mind.  As research proves, the body goes where the mind takes it.  Mike shares his experience of the connection between two parts of the whole person.  What got Mike interested in the sport of wrestling, a sport that challenges both mind and body.  How did he go from “old self to new self,” does it have anything to do with winning verses settling?  He reveals that your mind can be your worst enemy or your best friend.  When you look in the mirror, who is looking back? And - what makes a person a champion? Olympian Mike Foy also stresses the importance of creating habits, and embracing the journey of “ups and downs,” for they are what develop your character and get you to your destination.  Side bar, Mike has taken his lifelong love of cooking and created the BLACKANESE BRAND.    Today's Ola Kala Moment: Today's Ola Kala Moment has 3 proven tips to help you begin creating lasting habits.     Resources: Mike Foy Olympian 1988-92 World Medalist Here's My Life but to Music - Mike Foy Chef Blackanese Sauces on Amazon Whitney Houston - His Eye Is On The Sparrow      Efxaristo (eucharisto)! Thank you, Kefi Life listeners, for helping us reach the top 5% of podcasts worldwide! Kefi Life is now one of the top 5% most popular shows out of 2.7 million podcasts globally, as ranked by Listen Score's estimated popularity score!   Credits: Music: Spiro Dussias Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O'Leary   Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul.  Insta: kefilife365 For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils. My.doterra.com/kefilife   This episode made possible in part by: The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1 https://www.ltlawchicago.com   This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

This week on the show, 3x Olympic medalist including a gold in the team event in 2018 and an individual bronze, 2x World Medalist including a gold in 2018. She's the 6th woman in Canadian history to win an individual medal in figure skating with a bronze medal in 2018. She is not retired from the ice and is now studying and putting her focus into becoming a journalist. Former Canadian figure skater, Kaetlyn Osmond Joins me on the show. In this episode, kaetlyn takes us through the highs and lows in her career including the injury that made her want to quit the sport at 18 and the backstory behind her 2018 individual medal, we talk about how the pandemic affected her mentally, we talk about how retirement took a toll on her before she found her footing. We talk about finding self-worth away from the sport and so much more. While you know what she can do on the ice, this episode takes you through the person she was and who she is growing into today. This is an episode I believe you will enjoy! Share this episode with a friend, subscribe to the podcast and don't forget to leave a rating and review of the show we truly appreciate it! Keep with Kaetlyn on social: @KaetKiss & https://linktr.ee/Kaetkiss

Warren Stout and Bridget Grace have a conversation after her Pittsburgh Seminar at Stout PGH.  Bridget is the women’s team coach for Renzo Gracie NYC academy, an active competitor, and world silver medalist at adult black belt. She has also... The post Bridget Grace, Renzo Gracie NYC Women’s team coach, world medalist, on training methods, her journey and more appeared first on Stout Training.

ABOUT THIS EPISODE Matt Ghaffari is America's most decorated greco wrestler of all time. He was a 4x world medalist, earning a silver medal at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, where he fell to Russian great Alexander Karelin in overtime. Today Matt is in the National Wrestling Hall of Fame. In this episode, Matt shares story after story about his rise to wrestling greatness, battling with Karelin, and a wild trip to Siberia in 1995. Please enjoy! * PRESENTED BY SPARTAN COMBAT This episode is presented by Spartan Combat. The Spartan Combat Nationals will be back for 2022! Clear your calendars for April 8-10, 2022, as Spartan Combat will be hosting national competitions in all wrestling styles (folk, free, greco and beach) in Jacksonville Florida. * FANS If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews! * TEXT THE SHOW –Keyword: Wrestle –Number: 224-54 * FOLLOW the PODCAST Twitter: @Ryan_N_Warner Instagram: Wrestling Changed My Life Facebook: Wrestling Changed My Life Website: wrestlingchangedmylife.com Shop merchandise at our Online Store: Store.WrestlingChangedMyLife.com *** ABOUT Presented by Spartan Combat and hosted by Ryan Warner, the award-winning Wrestling Changed My Life Podcast features in-depth interviews with wrestlers, fighters and coaches. New episodes are released every Monday and Wednesday. Wrestling Changed My Life is the fastest growing wrestling podcast and has been featured as high as #28 on Apple's Top Sports Podcasts Charts.

M.J. Acosta-Ruiz and Lindsay Czarniak are joined by Olympic Gold Medalist Carissa Moore to discuss winning the first ever gold medal in women's surfing, four-time World Medalist in Artistic Swimming Bill May, and winner of the Inaugural World Cup in Women's Nordic Combined Tara Geraghty-Moats for a conversation on the few Olympic events that are closed by genderSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week's episode covers a lot of topics plus a very fun interview with 2-time World Medalist and 4x All-American James Green!  Follow James Green @WhoisJamesG Follow us at Bloodround.com and on social media @Bloodround @claunchinator @koatig This is a weekly podcast where we aim for Wednesday morning each week. We post on our website, but if you are listening on the go check us out on iTunes, Stitcher, Spreaker, and more! If you would like to sponsor an episode or send in any comments or concerns, please email Tommy at koatig@yahoo.com

Kaitlyn Weaver is a 2x Canadian Olympian and 3x World Medalist, a two-time Grand Prix Final champion, and a three-time Canadian national champion in Ice Dance. Let's find out what's in her skating pack!

Meet Christian Grüner, 12-times German Karate Champion, European and World Medalist. He is an amazing coach, athlete and martial artist. This episode is focused on thinking like a karate champion. The host is Peter Jumrukovski a Real Estate Agent, World medalist and Author with the mission to help at least 10 million people in 10 years to accomplish their dreams. For more information visit: http://www.ilovesuccess.co Sponsor: CallCast - Turn phone calls into podcasts: https://callcast.co Music and Production: Tobi Fanoiki Advisor: Malick Jarboh

Meet Christian Grüner, 12-times German Karate Champion, European and World Medalist. He is an amazing coach, athlete and martial artist. This episode is focused on thinking like a karate champion. The host is Peter Jumrukovski a Real Estate Agent, World medalist and Author with the mission to help at least 10 million people in 10 years to accomplish their dreams. For more information visit: http://www.ilovesuccess.co Sponsor: CallCast - Turn phone calls into podcasts: https://callcast.co Music and Production: Tobi Fanoiki Advisor: Malick Jarboh

Newton Cheng has spent his 12-year career at Google developing, launching and scaling global programs aimed at helping Googlers to thrive. Today he oversees Google’s global fitness and massage/recovery programs. He explores how Google can leverage spaces and services, community, culture and technology to drive the physical, mental, and social health of Googlers, their families, and neighbors. He lives in Sunnyvale, CA with his wife, daughter and four cats. In his spare time he trains as a competitive powerlifter, has set five U.S. and 18 California state records, and is a world bronze medalist and two time US national champion.Resources:Newton Cheng- Haas interview, YouTube, 2018 Articles featuring Ericsson study on correlation between high performers + napsSure, Practice Makes Perfect-- but it isn’t enough Inc.The Quiet Secret to Success- Greater Good Newton’s beer recommendations:Pliny the ElderHazy IPAs Heady TopperHumble Sea HeinekenNewton’s recommended books:Building Brand Communities & The Art of Community (Vogl)Life on Purpose (Strecher)Relentless (Grover)Pocket Guide to Interpersonal Neurobiology (Siegel) Together (Murthy) The Science of Organizational Change (Gibbons) Doughnut Economics (Raworth)

Terrence Jennings is a former London 2012 Olympics Bronze medalist. He is a coach in the World Class Athlete Program, an initiative of the US army that helps athletes to focus on training and represent the United States at international competition.He started to compete very young and make it to the Youth United States National Team.He is very passionate for the sport, he shares with us some important moments of his career and how he still enjoys training, coaching and watching videos to learn.He has learned from amazing taekwondo masters and coaches like Patrice Remarck and Juan Moreno, in the interview he talked about them and how they helped him to grow in taekwondo.Every taekwondo journey starts with the first classTerrence Jennings was a very active kid. So, when he saw an ad of a new local martial arts school showing a ninja turtle he was immediately attracted to the sport. And since the first class he loved all the flashy movements of taekwondo.He loved playing different sports, like football, basketball and soccer. But he mentions that in team sports there are always things that you can't control because you depend on others.Just one chance to break the boardTerrence's first instructor was very strict. When you were at a belt testing and you had to break a board you only had one chance. Terrence remembers a class partner who in his belt test failed to break the board. Everybody thought that he would have another chance, but no, the instructor made him to wait three months more to do the test again and reattempt to break the board.Terrence reflects that sometimes you don't have a second chance. And you have to do your best when you have the chance.First competitionsTerrence remembers that at first his school was more focused on point sparring.In one of his first competitions he was disqualified for excess of contact, although he was a child he felt disappointed. He thought that maybe that was not the right activity for him.After a while the school started to focus more on Olympic taekwondo and that's how Terrence was introduced in what later would be his way of life.Terrence's first competition was when he was a green belt. His parents drove him one hour to the place of the tournament in Maryland.As in many children tournaments he remembers that the only thing he did was kicking.He went to the middle of the ring and when the fight started it was just one minute of continuous kicking by both sides. No checking or feints, not moving, just kicking until the coach told him to stop.Making a teamEarly in his career he met Coach Patrice Remarck, a two time World Medalist from Ivory Coast who was studying at the University in Washington DC and started to coach in Terrence's academy Olympic style taekwondo.None of the students really know what exactly was Olympic taekwondo, they just followed the instructions of Mr Remarck.One of the strategies that coach Remarck did was to bring the team atmosphere into the dojang. With warm ups, uniforms and behaviour that gives the children that sense of being part of something bigger.Coach Remarck was very strict about earning the right to use a National Team uniform. You could not just put the USA letters in your uniform because you were not allowed to train with that dobok unless you were already a national team member.That is a great motivation, to earn the right to use your country's name in your uniform.Under coach Remarck guidance Terrence's career started to go upwards, he made it to the Junior National Team and started to compete internationally. Before ranking tournaments coach Remarck encouraged his athletes to go to international events like the French or Belgium opens in order to gain experience from fighting the best athletes in other countries.A hard decision and the London 2012 Olympic GamesAn interesting point of the interview was the decision of changing his training place pursuing his dreams.Having an elite coach was a blessing for Terrence's. It allowed him to compete internationally and to be one of the top athletes of the USA. But in order to pursue his dream of going to the London Olympics and to win a medal he had to make some difficult decisions.In a combat sport at an elite level you also need to train with partners that challenge you all the time. That was why he moved to Miami to train at Peak Performance with Coach Juan Moreno who had one of the best teams in the country.Coach Moreno even found him a job to help him to afford his stay in Miami. So he worked at a warehouse starting at 6am and then he just moved to train, every day.But hard work pays off. Under Master Moreno's guidance Terrence won a bronze medal at the London 2012 Olympics. The complete story on the interview.On the interview Terrence talked with us also about:How was his preparation for the London 2012 Olympics?What to do when referees are unfairly penalizing you?How to fight against weight cutting?How does the US Army World Class Athlete Program work?

Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/crickcastpod/Twitter- https://twitter.com/cricks999Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/sammy.crickersYoutube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQOZOcrYNRNblLWZDdoB7vQ?view_as=subscriberThis week's podcast guest is none other than Conrad WilliamsHaving been a really late starter to athletics, with his first competitive race being run at the age of 20, Conrad has shown his talent over the last two decades and now continues to help the people around him grow as he is now a coach to many different athletes including footballers as well as runners Conrad has been a vital part of the success of the GB 4x400m team over the years and has been involved in pretty much every World Championship team since 2005. I take a deep dive into his life throughout his career and how he handled different races as well as different challenges along the way.I hope you find this a very interesting listen and please head over to the 'crickcastpod' instagram page to let me know what you thought of itUntil next time 

In this episode, Coach P talks with the Legendary, Coach Kerry McCoy. Coach McCoy was a 2 x NCAA National Champion Wrestler for Penn State, Dan Hodge Award Winner (Heisman Trophy of Wrestling), Multi-time US Freestyle National Champion, World Medalist, and 2 x Olympian. He was also the Head Coach for Stanford University and Maryland University. Coach McCoy is now the Director and Head Coach of the California Regional Training Center for wrestling.  You can connect with Coach McCoy and his causes through the links below: https://www.kerrytherealmccoy.com/awards.html https://www.californiartc.org/ https://tapmybio.com/bwa https://twitter.com/SaveStanford *** If you enjoy Coach P's Perspective Podcast, please consider doing a few things: Subscribe and then give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast. Write an awesome review of what you love about the show. Please share the episode on your social media pages.  Thank You and much love!  *** Be sure to connect with Coach P on Social Media for more inspirational messages and coaching: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachchadparks/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachchadparks/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/coachchadparks  *** Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Please e-mail Coach Chad Parks at coachchadparks@gmail.com *** Intro music by Gerald Gray, aka Twish Foaves. You can follow Twish Foaves at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twishfoaves/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristStillLives Music: https://www.reverbnation.com/twishfoaves https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ihETkx53RJujUl0nXg3gh?si=fgst7mo0TVyHZdETIoTk4g *** Check out the Lane Frost Brand at: https://lanefrost.com/ https://www.instagram.com/lanefrostbrand/ https://www.facebook.com/lanefrost89/ *** Coach P's favorite health and wellness products: https://shop.teamxnd.com/coachchadparks/Home

Mike Swain is a 4 time Olympian and 3 time World Medalist. One of the most successful athletes in History of American Judo. We will hear the his Judo story that began at just 8 years old in 1968. After his career, he pursued his luck in entrepreneurship, understanding it is not luck, but hard work will breed success. Hear the story of how his work ethic continued after his days on the mat. He spent the last 20 years building a success business and now spends his free time coaching at SJSU chasing waves on the California coastline.https://www.judocast.com/https://www.cjjudo.com/https://dollamur.com/

1989 Indiana State Champ (Hwt), 1994 University National Runner Up (220), 2003 Senior National (8th), Veterans National Champion (2009 (FS), 2017 (FS & GR), 2016 & 2017 Veterans World Champ, 2017 Veterans World Championships - World Bronze Medalist (GR), 2019 World Championships- Silver (GR) & Bronze (FS). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daniel-ward9/support

Erica Wiebe is the reigning Olympic Champion in the sport of Freestyle Wrestling. She is a 2x Commonwealth Games Champion, a University World Champion, World Medalist, and 10x National Champion – and with all those accomplishments under her belt she stands firm on the notion that one moment defines us – even a gold medal moment. In this episode, Erica and Britt discuss being excited about the unknown, living in the moment, and how finding support and taking time helped Erica reignite her purpose and more. For more info head to www.brittanygawley.com/natcurio 

Barry Davis was a 3x NCAA Champion for the University Iowa, Olympic Silver Medalist, 2x World Medalist. His college coach was the legendary Dan Gable. He later on went to take over the wrestling program at Wisconsin where he held his head coaching position for 24 seasons. • Thank you for listening to this episode of Arrow Wrestling Podcast. Follow us on Instagram: Arrow_Wrestling to keep up to date with future episodes. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Peter Jumrukovski has by working with goals for the last fifteen years accomplished to win a World Championship bronze medal (Shotokan) and eight national championships in karate, traveled the world, become a top marketing salesman and fulfilled his childhood dream of moving across the globe from Sweden to Los Angeles. His dream has long been to help others succeed in achieving their dreams and goals, and that is exactly what he is doing right now! Website:acast.com/ilovesuccess/Support us on Patreon: http://www.Patreon.com/12minconvosListen to another #12minconvo

Producer Charlotte Pierce talks with two-time Olympian, two-time World Medalist and two-time CRASH-B World Record holder, Director Grudt is one of only a handful of athletes in the world from her era to medal internationally in both sculling and sweep events. She turned her successful rowing career into an equally successful coaching career. Barb was the Varsity Coach for 9 years at Dartmouth College and 9 years at alma mater University of Pennsylvania and is now the Director of Rowing and Girls' Rowing Coach at Peddie School. On the international scene, Barb coached for six years at the national team level, four with the U.S. Junior Women's National Team and two with U.S. Under 23 crews. Her wide range of experience and success across all disciplines in rowing and all levels of competition make her uniquely qualified to guide the development of young athletes. Her goal is to help camp participants improve their skills and build the confidence necessary to pursue their own successful rowing careers.

Bruce Baumgartner is one of the most successful wrestlers of all time. Baumgartner competed in high school wrestling but failed to win his state high school title and as a result was not recruited by top college wrestling teams. Instead, he attended Indiana State University where he won 86 of 87 matches during his last two years and won the NCAA championships in 1982. Baumgartner followed his NCAA championship with a gold medal at the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. At the 1986 world championships in Hungary, Baumgartner defeated the top Soviet wrestler, David Gobedjishvili, becoming the first American to win the world amateur heavyweight title. In 1988 he lost to Gobedjishvili in the gold medal match at the Olympics in Seoul, settling for the silver. This defeat was followed by a series of disappointments in international competition. At the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona, however, Baumgartner defeated his nemesis Gobedjishvili to win the gold, becoming the first American wrestler to win three Olympic medals. His fourth medal was a bronze, earned at the 1996 Games in Atlanta.

The month of August closes down as the school year kicks off with a power-packed episode of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast, hosted by 2018-19 NWMA Division I SID of the Year Brian Reinhardt. Episode 52 features head wrestling coach Pat Popolizio and two featured interviews. The first interview introduces Wolfpack fans to the newest member of the program, Bucknell transfer Jacob Ferreira, who hails from Mt. Kisco, New York. The second interview is a return appearance by redshirt freshman Trent Hidlay, who is coming off his bronze medal finish at the 2019 United World Wrestling Junior World Championships in Tallinn, Estonia earlier this month. SUBSCRIBE TO #PACKMENTALITY POP-INS Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Android | RSS SUPPORT THE SHOW And if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content -- scratch that -- if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too. Looking to start a podcast of your own? Get a free month with Libsyn by using the promo code MTO when you sign up. You'll get the remainder of the month from when you sign up as well as the next month free. It'll be enough time to kick the tires and lights some fires.

Securing the LineupThis episode, Ben Askren and Matt Dernlan talk NCAA Wrestling, World Team Trials Format, and who is most likely to medal at the World Championships. Askren starts by discussing the news 2018 All-American Shakur Rasheed announced he will be returning for another year of collegiate wrestling. This comes a few days after 2019 NCAA Champion Anthony Cassar announced his return. This secures Penn State’s lineup at the upper weights for this upcoming season. Dernlan says the lower weights are always hard to recruit and when you get interrupted by injuries and transfers it’s hard to rebuild. These announcements tip the scales in Penn State’s favor continue their dominance and win yet another team title. That being said, it will a tough task for the upper weights to carry especially losing bonus point machines in Bo Nickal and Jason Nolf.Final X Format (17:54)Askren talks about the benefit of having Final X added to the world team trials format. Dernlan discusses the much deserved raised exposure and visibility Final X brings to the senior level athletes. The access to watch these events and follow them on social media allows fans to really get into wrestling more than ever. Getting to know the athletes through their college careers is huge for growing a fan base that follows you after graduation. As women’s wrestling grows and schools start adding NCAA women’s teams their fan base will grow.Most Likely to Medal at Worlds (24:49)Askren and Dernlan give their predictions on the most likely U.S. team members to get a medal at the World Championships. Askren’s No. 1 is Kyle Snyder being that every world championship he’s been a part of he’s got a medal. Dernlan agrees and adds the improvements we got to see at Final X with Snyder’s parterre offense. Askren’s No. 2 is J’Den Cox who is also in the club of medaling every time at Worlds. Dernlan agrees and says in a list of most likely to medal you have to have Snyder and Cox tied for first. Dernlan’s No. 3 pick is Daton Fix. Fix has made 6 consecutive world championship teams. Askren’s No. 3 pick is the winner of Kyle Dake vs Alex Dieringer and Dernlan takes this as his No. 4. Askren’s No. 4 is Jordan Burroughs. Burroughs has had a lot of close matches recently but Askren still thinks he’ll likely medal. Dernlan agrees talks about the undeniability of Burroughs and his ability to win. No. 5 for Askren is Nick Gwiazdowski he sees the toughness at heavyweight and if he receives a hard seed it’ll be a tough path to the top. Dernlan’s No. 5 is our representative at 65 kg whether that is Yianni Diakomihalis or Zain Retherford.No. 6 for Askren is Fix and he’s excited to watch him at the first Team USA international tournament. With a mix up in the numbers, Dernlan and Askren both take James Green at No. 7. No. 8 for Askren is either Diakomihalis or Retherford. Dernlan’s No. 9 is Tyler Graff and Askren agrees. Lastly, that leaves Pat Downey. Having Downey at the bottom of this list of world beaters is not a slight to Downey. Compared to the rest of the team he doesn’t have as much international experience. Askren and Dernlan wouldn’t be surprised if he goes and shocks the world as that has been his thing as of late.

On this episode, Ben Askren sits down with World Medalist and newly signed RUDIS ambassador Sarah Hildebrandt. Fresh off winning gold at the Yarygin Grand Prix, Hildebrandt tells Askren how she got started in the sport of wrestling. Where It All Began (0:00)High School Wrestling (4:31)College Wrestling (11:45)Discipline Through Self-Reflection (24:01)World Championships (12:38)Growing Women's Wrestling (34:24)Follow Wrestling: https://therudis.com/wrestling-news-media/Stay connected with RUDIS:Website: https://therudis.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_rudis/Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_rudisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rudiswrestling/The Way: A RUDIS Wrestling Podcast: https://therudis.com/wrestling-news-m...Subscribe to the RUDIS newsletter here: https://therudis.com/my-account/

Sam Loch, the Watt-Farmer, is an australian Olympic rower and World Medalist who holds records on the ergo for 1000m and 24hr. We chat to Sam about cranking watts, breaking records and running through graveyards naked. Enjoy! ____________________________________ Guest Samuel Loch (@samloch) thewattfarm.com Lots of Watts (Book) Lots of Watts Podcast Race's Sam's 500m Record attempt, 1:11.4 1989 Lucerne Mens Coxed Pair, crazy race 2004 Athens Olympics M8, must watch 2008 Beijing Olympics Aus M8 2010 Karapiro M8 Aus Bronze 2011 Poland M4 Aus Bronze 2012 London Olympics Aus M8 Host's Jake Milton Green (@jakemiltongreen) Lawrence Andrew Brittian (@brittain_l) The Row Show therowshowsa@gmail.com Instagram: @therowshowsa Whats App: +27 76 420 9145

Peter Jumrukovski- My name is Peter Jumrukovski, World medalist, Author and Public Speaker. On The I Love Success Podcast I meet the coolest and most successful people on the planet and share their stories. I have already had guests such as Olympic Medalists, UFC Champions, Guinness World Record Holders, Astronauts, successful entrepreneurs, a 9/11 survivor, and many more. MISSION: HELP 10 MILLION PEOPLE IN 10 YEARS TO ACHIEVE THEIR DREAMS I have always been the underdog that refused to give up. In middle school I was overweight and had no friends - so I found my strength in Karate. In high school I couldn't attract the girls - so I decided to develop myself. In karate I had no talent - so I decided to train harder than the rest and after 20 years of training I became a World Medalist. Just weeks after I became a World Medalist I got fired from my job - so I decided to write books, lecture and develop I Love Success The original manuscript for The Goal Book was turned down over ten times - but I never gave up and 18 months after writing my book it finally got published and The Goal Book is now one of the most sold self development books in Sweden. After that I have written two more books and I am currently working on my fourth book.  "Peter want to become an actor like Van Damme", was the first thing that was written about me after winning my first competition in Sweden. 15 years later my dream of Los Angeles became reality. I am now a lecturer, coach, author and the host och The I Love Success Podcast.If a regular guy like me can succeed, so can you!Listen to another #12minconvo 

MustLoveMMA.com Susan Cingari speaks with 11-year-old MMA superstar and world class MMA champion Nate Kelly. He's the 5-time National Kickboxing Champion, a British Champion in Jiu-Jitsu and Kickboxing, and a double World Medalist at Kickboxing. He took Gold in Kickboxing and Silver in Jiu-Jitsu at the British Open. He trains at the world famous SBG gym with the likes of that other Irish Champion, "Notorious" Conor McGregor. If Nate looks familiar, well you may have seen him stand up at the UFC press conference when it was announced Conor McGregor was fighting Jose Aldo to ask Dana White an important question.   Find out what Nate loves most about the sport and what advice Conor gives to his young protege.

We've got a great one here. Croatian Man-of-All-Talents Stipe Zunic takes some time to let Dane pick his brain on an illustrious athletics career. Starting as a junior World Champion kickboxer, Stipe moved on to the javelin, a discipline in which he earned All-American status. After deciding to pursue the shot put, Stipe became an All-American, National Record Holder, Olympian, and World Medalist in that event. Even if you aren't a thrower, this is a great chance to get a look into the mind and preparation of a world-class athlete. Enjoy!

J'den Cox joins Mat Chat to discuss his Olympic Journey, what really happened in the bronze medal match, winning world bronze again in 2017, sharing a sauna with Thomas Gilman, and how rewarding and nerve-wracking coaching is.  SUBSCRIBE TO TRACKWRESTLING'S MATCHAT PODCAST Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | Google Play Music | RSS

Karen Peterson is a mother, 2017 Black Belt IBJJF Master’s World Medalist, owner of North South Jiu Jitsu, and powered by plant protein! In this episode Karen and Eckie discuss jiu jitsu, current issues for women, and YouTube unboxing videos for toddlers.

Summary: Former Ohio State NCAA & Big Ten Champion in Men’s Gymnastics, 3x World Team Member, World Medalist, Certified Personal Trainer, and Fitness Cover Model, Brandon Wynn, sits down with us to talk about this path to finding the sport of gymnastics, reaching the pinnacle of the sport, and what his goals are for the …

Episode 9 of Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance Play Positive® featuring four-time World medalist, 2012 World champion and 2012 Olympian in women's freestyle wrestling Elena Pirozhkova. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with Elena Pirozhkova about her wild 2014 World Championships experience, moving to the United States from Russia at three years of age, preparations for the 2015 World Championships and much more. Follow Bonus Points Ep. 9 featured guest Elena Pirozhkova on Twitter at @e_pirozhkova and follow host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud | AudioBoom | RSS

Episode 4 of Bonus Points, the official podcast of USA Wrestling, presented by Liberty Mutual featuring two-time World medalist in women's freestyle wrestling Helen Maroulis. Join USA Wrestling's Richard Immel as he takes you through the latest USA Wrestling news from around the country and talks with helen Maroulis about the Grand Prix of Spain, being a leader in women's wrestling, preparing for the World Championships and much more. Follow Bonus Points Ep. 4 featured guest Helen Maroulis on Twitter at @Helen_Maroulis and follow host Richard Immel on Twitter at @Richard_Immel. Provide any feedback for Bonus Points on Twitter by tweeting @USAWrestling and using the hashtag #BonusPoints. Listeners can also email suggestions to rimmel@usawrestling.org. SUBSCRIBE TO BONUS POINTS iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | SoundCloud |  RSS

Gymnast and ninja prodigy, John Orozco   We all know the story of his parents struggle to pay for his gymnastics lessons, his unlikely start in a borough of New York City, his meteoric rise to three-time, consecutive, junior national champion, senior national champion, Olympian and World Medalist; but what has it been like to be favored for Olympic glory only to fall short of your and seemingly, your country's goal? John speaks frankly about the highs and lows since the Olympics, and the struggle to regain his mojo. We discuss: The pressure he put on himself to support his family. How his "failure" (his words, not ours) in London changed him. Being labeled, "The Kid From The Bronx." He gymnerds-out with us about vault, vault, more vault. The cruelty of social media and how to stay positive when in the public eye. His advice and drills for being proficient on the dreaded pommel horse. The reason for his angry tweets after tearing his ACL on the post-Olympic tour. Public nudity Which meets have the best after parties! John Orozco Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Vine. Episode 40: Michigan's Stacey Ervin Episode 35: Jake Dalton Episode 32: Sam Mikulak & 2013 Men's NCAA Championships Episode 24: Sho Nakamori & Match-Play Meet Debrief with Justin Spring Episode 21: Kyle Shewfelt Episode 13: Justin Spring Episode 7: Ruggeri, FIG Elections, Geddert on Goodbyes & Halloween Costumes Ideas Episode 4: Louis Smith, Spanny's Athlete Oath, Making Men's Gymnastics More Popular Tim Daggett: A GymCastic Classic Episode