Wrestling Mindset

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with one of the greatest pinners of all time, Wade Schalles. Together, they discuss how various techniques that can improve every wrestler's game. From various moves for different body types to learning the proper order of instructions. They also talk about the importance of being creative in your wrestling style and how the sport can an...

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with the EIWA Wrestler of The Week, Chris Foca. Together, they discuss how mindset can change along with the shift in weight class, Wrestling better doesn't mean being an assassin, and how to deal with the pressure. Timestamps: 1:31 - Season progress so far 4:13 - Mindset at different weight classes 5:15 - Have fun and wrestle better 6:2...

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with 2x Best of The East Champion Matty Lopes. Together, they discuss dealing with a loaded schedule and finding time to prioritize recovery. How wrestling is a holistic sport, encompassing body, mind, and spirit. And what are the holdups people still have towards mindset training even though it's become widespread in the sport. Timestam...

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with the Big Ten Wrestler of The Week, John Poznanski. Together, they discuss what goes on in his head during a ranked match, what's the best way to get out of the bottom position in a match, and knowing how and when to appreciate the supportive fans and when to shut out all social distractions. Timestamps: 0:56 - Thoughts going into ran...

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with NCAA All-American Parker Keckeisen. Together, they discuss his journey of learning to love wrestling, and how to constantly battle your nerves before a match. They also talk about the best mental reps to boost confidence, learning how to pull the trigger in every match, and how you can keep a level head once you accept that losing i...

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with National Champion Spencer Lee. Together, they discuss his personal recommendations to ease the pressure when it feels like too much and how the best matches usually require the least amount of thought Timestamps: 1:38 - Donn Enrst's guidance 3:23 - The ''One More Time'' Lesson 4:35 - Dealing with pressure 7:27 - Specer's recommendat...

Wrestling Mindset founders Gene and Jeff Zannetti are pumped to bring you their Peak Performance Mastermind program. In this special Mastermind, they are offering you everything you need to bring your best when you need it the most and break down the value of everything you get when you sign up. Learn More about the Mastermind-  https://wrestlingmindset.wufoo.com/forms/zweiex81x6ojp9/ Reserve...

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with All-American and Wrestling Mindset Partner John Poznanski. Together, they discuss how the right parental support is the backbone of any great wrestler, learning through yourself and your mistakes to get better, and how he turned his rare eye condition into an inspiring story for others. Timestamps: 2:07 - The mindset of wanting more...

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti has a long talk with four-time NCAA Champion & Wrestling Mindset Partner Yianni Diakomihalis. Together, they discuss his relationship with his father and how psychological warfare helped build his resilience. The ordeal of going through injury, surgery, and a 13-month recovery. And how you can grow your mindset with little things like daily ta...

Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Super 32 Champion Ryan Burton. Together, they discuss the performance and mindset that got him the gold. The importance of confidence and what it needs to be based on to have an impact. And why many wrestlers think having fun shows a lack of dedication. Timestamps: 0:44 - Super 32 performance and mindset 1:16 - The impact of a great coach 4:34...

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with multiple-time Super 32 champ Bo Bassett. Together, they discuss the challenges of overcoming Super 32 in a new weight class and what it's like practicing at the Olympic Training Center. Timestamps: 1:03 - Life at the Olympic Training Center 2:35 - Super 32 in a new weight class 6:04 - Brothers can be more different than alike 8:05 -...

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Anthony Knox and talks about his special announcement. Together, they discuss his College Committment, how to stay grounded when you're at your best, and what's next as the season approaches. Timestamps:  1:00 - Cornell 4:34 - What's next 5:01 - Thoughts approaching the season 5:51 - How to stay grounded Hosted on Acast. See acast....

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with New York State Champion Zack Ryder. Together, they talk about roadblocks that every wrestler faces, the difference between focusing on technique over live drilling, and how the hardest opponents to beat are the ones with nothing to lose. Timestamps: 0:31 - From New York to Penn State 1:58 - Technique over hard drilling 2:33 - Growin...

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with the great Myles Amine. Together, they break down specifics about performance psychology, how surrendering the outcome of every match can help you perform without pressure, and we put to rest a long-standing question. Do you have to be the perfect wrestler? Timestamps: 2:40 - How to treat big events like any other match 5:05 - Surren...

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Alessio Perentin and talks about his special announcement. Together, they discuss the thought process that guided Alessio to his decision, what are his expectations going forward as well as his goals for the upcoming year. Timestamps: 0:23 - Alessio's special announcement 1:09 - Why Cornell 4:35 - Plans for the Fall 6:00 - Expectati...

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with 2023 World Wrestling Champion Stephen Micic. Together, they discuss how his mindset developed over time, the best way to avoid the distractions of a professional wrestler, and how visualize the worst case scenario instead of the win can help. Timestamps: 0:26 - Mindset of going into a championship in your home country? 2:45 - How ha...

Something new coming to you this week. Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti breaks down Zain Retherford's interview after winning a World Championship. He analyzes key points of Zain's mindset, like how scouting can actually be a distraction, having faith that you can do what you set out to achieve, and how to make wrestling look easy by doing hard work. Timestamps: 2:38 - Be thankful for the o...

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with NCAA champion Nino Bonaccorsi. Together, they discuss how to wrestle through injuries, his transition from wrestling to coaching, and his humble mindset that working hard doesn't guarantee you anything. Timestamps: 0:32 - Wrestling with injuries 1:43 - ''You don't always have to win'' mindset 5:00 - Tips for the younger self 9:08 -...

Helen Maroulis won her 9th World Medal this week in Belgrade Serbia. Wrestling Mindset co-founder Gene Zannetti breaks down her interview after winning a bronze medal. Topics include: 0:52 - Helen loves being nervous 4:50 - Not performing well when too relaxed 6:34 - Yerkes-Dodson Law of Arousal and Performance 10:18 - Yerkes-Dodson Anxiety Graph 16:44 - "You have to love the nerves and pressure"...

Zain Retherford won his first World Title this week and Wrestling Mindset co-founder Gene Zannetti breaks down his interview after winning a gold medal. Topics include: Visualization Gratitude Penn State Perspective Video Review? Mental Resilience Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Newly crowned World Champion Vito Arujau joins the podcast two days after winning his first senior world championship. Wrestling Mindset co-founder Gene Zannetti talks with Vito about his mindset before and during the World Championships in Belgrade, Serbia. Timestamps: 0:17 - Sport psychology interviews and visualization before Worlds 1:45 - Vito began Sport Psych a year and a half ago 3:20 - Inc...

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with 2023 U20 World Champion, Meyer Shapiro. Together, they discuss competing for Cornell University, the need for positive self-talk, and the importance of having a reset phrase for those moments where the pressure becomes overwhelming. Timestamps: 1:13 - Transitioning from freestyle 3:20 - Mental and emotional development 5:59 - Positi...

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with Coach Chase Pami. Together, they discuss the best ways to properly evaluate a wrestler's capabilities beyond just the wins and losses, how even at your best, there is always room to change and improve, and they break down the struggles that all wrestlers deal with, from newcomers to high-level athletes. Timestamps: 1:06 - Transition...

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with National Champion Andrew Alirez. Together, they discuss how negative thoughts can creep up in even the best and most confident athletes, the importance of a solid routine before going into any match to prep you emotionally, and ultimately, how much you believe in yourself and your skills is what will lead you to greatness. Timestamp...

This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with the coach of Detroit Catholic Central, the great Mitch Hancock. Together they discuss Hancock's unique ''hustle, have fun, and compete'' mindset, some underappreciated aspects of wrestling, and how faith and spirituality can be a driving force for developing young minds in wrestling and in life. Timestamps: 5:29 - Developing minds t...