Microwaving Success is Bad for High School Athletes

In today’s fast-paced world, we’ve become accustomed to instant gratification. Microwaves, fast food, and one-click shopping have conditioned us to expect immediate results. Unfortunately, this mindset has invaded the soul of high school sports, and it’s having a detrimental effect on the development of young athletes. You would never call someone who microwaves food a […]

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5 Steps to Help an Athlete Find their “Why” Beyond Just Winning

Finding one’s “Why” is essential in the development of an athlete. While winning is important, it should not be the end-all-be-all of an athlete’s career. A higher sense of purpose can elevate one’s performance and bring a deeper satisfaction and motivation. In his book “The Path to Purpose: How Young People Find Their Calling in […]

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What Wrestling Coaches Must Do to Help their Best Wrestlers Get Better

Wrestling coaches are no strangers to the art of molding average athletes into good wrestlers. But what about the wrestlers who are already good, those who possess immense potential waiting to be unlocked? To propel them from “good” to “great,” coaches must embrace a new approach—one that involves deliberate practice, personalization, and clear objectives. In […]

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