Five-hour waits between bouts, broken Wi-Fi, no parents in sight—and a 12yo who must coach herself through the chaos of Women’s National Duals. In this candid, father-daughter debrief we dissect the mental minefields of elite wrestling: anxiety vs. flow, fun vs. pressure, and why Day-Three dominance followed two days of disappointment. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or parent, this episode shows how the right mindset turns setbacks into breakthrough wins.

In this episode, Eric and Freyda delve into the complexities of mindset in competitive wrestling, analyzing the first half of the season from October to January. They discuss how different mental states impacted performance across various tournaments. Freyda shares insights on overcoming psychological hurdles, the importance of relaxation, and the balance between instinctive vs "noisy" action during matches. As they look ahead, they explore how refining mindset can harness the power of relaxed focus and gratitude to ace the second half of the wrestling season.

In this podcast episode, Freyda interviews Arthur Nelson, a young wrestler, about the evolution of his mindset following his participation in various tournaments, including the Rumble on the Red and the Tulsa Nationals. They discuss the importance of having a strong mental focus, dubbed the "victory mindset," for consistency in performance and how this approach can be cultivated in daily routine and competitions, even outside of sports contexts.