Becoming a True Champion

Becoming a True Champion
Author: Kirk Mango
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Total Pages: 265
Release: 2012-05-16
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1442214074

Today, aspiring athletes have to work harder and be more dedicated than athletes of previous generations who did not have to contend with the messages of a popular culture that promotes winning at all costs and implicitly condones "shortcuts" to winning. Many of today's athletic superstars glorify and demonstrate cheating and illicit, destructive conduct. Whether off the field antics or on the field cheating through the use of illegal performance-enhancing drugs typify an athlete's lack of personal values, the bad behavior displayed by many in a broad range of sports is hard to escape. The result is that too many such negative role models and influences are out there, diverting today's developing competitors down a seductive path to failure rather than upward to excellence and lasting, honest achievement. Becoming a True Champion: Achieving Athletic Excellence from the Inside Out fills a critical need by speaking in a frank and direct voice directly to today's aspiring athletes about these crucial, controversial issues and the personal choices they face. At the same time the book presents them with the antidote to these negative influences-the fundamental values, attitudes and concepts, both mental and practical, that support and lead to athletic excellence. A "true champion" is an athlete with the specific qualities of character, mental discipline, and physical skills necessary to generate and keep increasing athletic excellence and success throughout his or her career. These qualities can be learned and developed; they need not be inborn. Becoming a True Champion goes deeply into each quality to show developing athletes how adopting it directly affects and enhances athletic performance, longevity, and dignity. Through relevant examples, inspiring stories, and a personalized approach, the book shows athletes how to avoid the many pitfalls, and overcome the inevitable obstacles, so common in today's sports culture.

Rising A State Champion Or At Least A Good Man

Rising A State Champion Or At Least A Good Man
Author: Mitch Pickens
Publisher: Independently Published
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2021-04-23
Genre:
ISBN:

"I'm sure that this book will inspire you. It's a once-in-a-lifetime look at the sport of wrestling." the writer Are you a high school wrestler or a member of a wrestling family? If that's the case, you're probably aware of how difficult wrestling can be, as well as how difficult life can be at times. Life is a jumble. Having a life objective of doing something extremely difficult really well will pave the way for a brighter future. The author of the book wishes to use his journey to become a state champion wrestler as a tool for evolving into a decent guy. He aspires to be tough enough to lead himself and others he cares for to a better life in which they can all win more often. Suppose the author gives in and takes the easier path. In that case, he certainly won't win a state championship, and he could miss out on a lifetime of opportunities to be a good man and a good leader. When things get really hard, he must choose between mediocrity and a life of being a good man who isn't afraid of doing hard things to succeed at the next level. So, don't wait any longer to join this fantastic group of people. Invest in yourself right now by picking up this book.

Developing Wrestling Champions

Developing Wrestling Champions
Author: Dariel W. Daniel
Publisher:
Total Pages: 293
Release: 2013-05
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1477221212

Developing Wrestling Champions The Total Program Approach With a coaching career that spanned five decades, Daniel has developed a comprehensive guide guaranteed to producing championship caliber wrestlers year after year. Several publications have discussed specific areas of a total program including technique, fund raising, drills, games, nutrition and mental skills. Developing Wrestling Champions is the most complete guide to successful wrestling program ever produced. Technique presented includes high-percentage moves for all experience levels. Hundreds of action photos enable the reader to easily understand each step of every move. Daniel also includes the secrets and tips he learned en route to a coaching dual career record of 411-12-3 and nine Georgia State Championships. Coaches at any level, athletic administrators, parents and boosters will also benefit from information on administering competition, increasing attendance, fund raising, producing a team publication, safety, using the media and dealing with officials. A special feature for coaches is 'Daniel's Dozen', a discussion of twelve Absolute Truths that will enable them to avoid many conflicts and guide them through the awesome task of developing wrestling champions.

WinningSTATE-Wrestling

WinningSTATE-Wrestling
Author: Steve Knight
Publisher: Let's Win! International
Total Pages: 4
Release: 2013-05-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN:

WinningSTATE–Wrestling focuses on competing. It shows wrestlers how to take their mental game to a winning level. WinningSTATE improves tournament performance by giving wrestlers a mental-toughness skillset to eliminate distractions and crush apprehension, so they can execute in competition better than they do in practice. WinningSTATE inspires wrestlers to face the pressure head on, believe in their success and execute with conviction. WinningSTATE is for all ages and abilities. It's for wrestlers who consistently want to bring their “A-game” to the competitive arena. Wrestlers get the skills to handle the pressure, fiercely compete, and win! Your mind is your most powerful weapon. Train it! COMPETE MENTALLY TOUGH! WinningSTATE-Wrestling: The Athlete's Guide to Competing Mentally Tough

Unstoppable

Unstoppable
Author: Anthony Robles
Publisher: Avery
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2013-09-03
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1592408044

"The powerful and inspiring story of an all-American wrestler who defied the odds. Anthony Robles is a three-time all-American wrestler, the 2011 NCAA National Wrestling Champion, and a Nike-sponsored athlete. He was also born without his right leg. Doctors could not explain to his mother, Judy, what led to the birth defect, but at the age of five, the one-legged toddler scaled a six-foot pole unassisted. From that moment on, Judy knew without a doubt that her son would be unstoppable. When Anthony first began wrestling in high school, he was the smallest kid on the team and finished the year in last place. Yet Anthony's family and coaches supported his decision to continue, and he completed his junior and senior years with a 96-0 record to become a two-time Arizona State champion. In college, Anthony had to prove all over again that he could excel. Despite hardships on and off the mat--including the temptation to quit school and get a job to help his family when they lost their home to foreclosure--Anthony focused his determination and became a champion once again. Since winning the national championship in March 2011, Anthony has become a nationally recognized role model to kids and adults alike. But Unstoppable is not just an exciting sports memoir or an inspirational tale of living with a disability. It is also the story of one man whose spirit and unyielding resolve remind us all that we have the power to conquer adversity--in whatever form"--

A Wrestling Life 2

A Wrestling Life 2
Author: Dan Gable
Publisher: University of Iowa Press
Total Pages: 260
Release: 2017-06
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1609384849

When most people think of Dan Gable, they think of an almost mythic intensity toward wrestling. A Wrestling Life 2 explains what have come to be known as the Gable Trained principles that Gable follows to keep his life full of "wins," revelations about how to cultivate success at the highest levels, and the reasons behind these steps for living well. Gable brings together his thoughts about his words, actions, failures, and achievements, while telling countless engaging stories. Readers will learn about the start of his wrestling career in Waterloo, how he went from being an Iowa State wrestler to a University of Iowa coach, and about his international and Olympic wrestling and coaching.

How to Become a Champion

How to Become a Champion
Author: Herb Welch
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 44
Release: 2017-04-02
Genre:
ISBN: 9781545104071

In the days before wrestling became "sports entertainment," aspiring wrestlers went through a rigorous training to reach the squared circle. Men like Herb Welch began their training classes not with running the ropes and taking bumps, but by teaching them how to take care of themselves. The art of "shoot wrestling" has been lost to history, but in this booklet, Herb Welch shared his knowledge of the holds and maneuvers that he and others used to protect themselves and their reputations. With a new foreword from Herb's protege "Dr. D" David Schultz, Herb's wisdom appears here in print for the first time, just as he originally presented it.

Champions Find a Way

Champions Find a Way
Author: Brandon Ruiz
Publisher: CreateSpace
Total Pages: 104
Release: 2014-04-05
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781497416314

Becoming a champion in sport or in life doesn't just happen - it is earned through planning, effort and a strong belief in one's goals and dreams. Brandon Ruiz, Grappling World Champion, offers all of us a chance to learn how to become champions in everything we do. World class athlete, coach, speaker and author Brandon Ruiz shares his insights and proven principles for success. Read this book and discover what becoming a Champion is really all about! "Brandon Ruiz is a class act on and off the mat. He has done so much as an athlete and now he is giving back to others in a great way." Mark Schultz, World & Olympic Champion Freestyle Wrestling "Brandon Ruiz is a true champion who overcame many obstacles to become both a world champion grappler and champion in life. He has shown a great path for others to follow, and I'm very proud to call him my friend." Sheldon Marr, Martial Arts Hall of Fame, 8xUSA Grappling World Team Coach "Brandon has an incredible story and can help anyone become a champion in sport, business or life." Matt Lindland, Head Coach USA Greco Roman Wrestling, Greco Roman Wrestling World and Olympic Medalist, UFC Veteran "I had the privilege of training with and competing against Brandon in Greco Roman Wrestling. His ideas, skill and work ethic are world class. I recommend this book for everyone trying to get the most out of themselves. Brandon helped me get to the Olympics in Wrestling and now this book is helping me get to the Olympics in life." Ari Taub, 2008 Olympian for Canada, 2007 Pan Am Games medalist, Lawyer, CEO of Hard Knocks Fighting, Husband and father of 4 kids "Practical Instruction Book, great job Brandon. Brandon Ruiz provides some great tools and insight on how you can get the most out of yourself. His strategies for preparation and mental training will inspire you to reach the top of your potential." Tim Vanni, 2x Olympian Freestyle Wrestling, 15 Year National Member, 32 Years Coaching High School and College