Category Archives: Wrestling

When In Doubt, Watch Dan Gable Videos

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Lex

I was always attracted to the idea of the kind of life where you give every ounce of your being to one thing. You embrace an obsession so fully that it defines everything in your life: every decision, every activity, … Continue reading →

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Gold Medals

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Lex

Nick Delpopolo put up a picture of his gold medals in judo on facebook and it made me think about what judo and jiu jitsu means to me today and in the bigger context of my life in general. I have … Continue reading →

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Warriors and Magicians: Hard and Soft Martial Arts

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Lex

I did a few years of Isshin-ryu karate when I was younger, before realizing that the best way to challenge myself in a (safe) one-on-one combat situation in high school was wrestling (though I wish I found boxing at that age as … Continue reading →

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Russian Wrestling vs American Wrestling

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Lex

I “believe” in technical wrestling. Similar to the spirit of jiu jitsu, I believe that technique can beat power and aggression. That’s a tough thing to believe because it involves being crushed a lot as part of the learning process. … Continue reading →

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Cary Kolat on Mental Toughness

Posted on October 15, 2011 by Lex

I know that me and the guy in this video are worlds apart in our skill level, toughness, etc. But I like the story he told about the Mongolian wrestler taking the freezing cold shower without flinching.   Now, I … Continue reading →

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Wrestling Mindset and The Perfect Practice

Posted on July 30, 2011 by Lex

Mike Denny ran a hell of a good (tough) wrestling practice Tuesday. Emphasis on pressure, always hands on the opponent, pushing him and yourself. Live training didn’t have “sorry”, handshakes, rest breaks. Pushing the cardio, and yet (at least the … Continue reading →

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