Join us for an inspiring conversation with Alex Wifler, 2015 Vegas Shoot Champion, elite competitive archer, and founder of Wifler Industries on the With Winning in Mind podcast!

In this episode, Alex shares raw insight into:

* His journey from discovering archery to dominating the Vegas shoot and the Lancaster Classic.
* What it takes to train like a champion, both mentally and physically
* How setbacks, including a career-impacting injury, shaped his path & led to innovation
* The story behind founding Wifler Industries & building products designed for shooters
* Advice for aspiring athletes and anyone chasing peak performance

Whether you're into archery, Mental Management®, entrepreneurship, or personal growth, this is a must-watch conversation about grit, mindset, and winning with intention.

Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro & Episode Welcome
00:40 – Alex's Early Archery Beginnings
04:00 – Winning The Vegas Shoot & Lancaster Classic
08:50 – Training Mindset & Competitive Habits
12:30 – Transition from Athlete to Entrepreneur
16:00 -- Mental Rehearsal for Business
21:00 – Overcoming Challenges & Resilience
27:45 – Advice for Athletes & Business Professionals

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Learn more from Troy Bassham, Heather Sumlin and Lanny Bassham by joining the With Winning in Mind Patreon Channel for audios, videos, and first pick on webinars and more! https://www.patreon.com/with_winning_in_mind

Websites:

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Lanny - https://withwinninginmind.com

Books/Journals - https://mentalmanagement.com,

Online Courses - https://mm-courses.thinkific.com

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Instagram:

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Kyle McCormick, a top precision rifle shooter, discussed his journey and the nuances of the sport. He explained the structure of matches, which include 20 stages over two days, with scores based on impacts. Kyle highlighted the importance of mental management, crediting Lanny's book and coaching for his significant improvements. He noted that most rifles cost $4,000-$5,000, and top shooters use $1,000 barrels, with annual ammunition costs reaching $8,000. Kyle emphasized the sport's growing international presence and advised new shooters to focus on both technical and mental aspects for success.