Most wrestlers make the same mistake when it comes to conditioning. They confuse working harder with training smarter. Endless runs and the “grinding-style” workouts might feel tough, but they don’t prepare you for the unexpected pace of a real match. In this article, I’ll break down the #1 conditioning mistake wrestlers make, why it hurts performance, and the smarter way to build up the gas tank that wins in the third period and in overtime.

Wrestling is a war on the mat, which makes strength training the secret weapon. Without it, you’re stepping into a gun fight without a gun. This isn’t about “getting big” - it’s about building an athlete that’s faster, stronger and more resilient than your opponent’s. Strength training doesn’t just improve performance - it keeps wrestlers healthy, confident and able to push through the toughest moments of a match.

There’s no shortcut to becoming the best. But there is a formula: technique, nutrition and strength & conditioning. This article breaks down the 3 pillars every elite wrestler must master to separate from the pack and dominate when it counts.

Every wrestler hits a wall at some point. Progress stalls. Lifts don’t go up. Motivation dips. But plateaus aren’t the end…they’re the beginning of your next breakthrough. Here’s how to push through and come back stronger, sharper and more dominant.

Playing multiple sports can make you better - or hold you back. It all depends on how you approach it. In this article, we break down the real pros and cons of being a multi-sport athlete as a wrestler. No Fluff or politics. Just the truth, so you can make the right move and get ahead.

The weight room is where wrestlers are made. Not just physically, but mentally. This articles dives deep into how your mindset during training shapes your grit, work ethic and competitive edge. If you want to win when it counts, it starts here.

Conditioning is more than just running sprints, and long runs with no end. In the off-season, it’s time to train smarter. Learn how to shift your conditioning to build your power, improve your recovery and set the foundation for peak performance with it counts.

To make serious gains on the mat, wrestlers need more than just hard training - they need to fuel. This article breaks down eactly what to eat (and when) to build muscle, recover faster and dominate your summer strength program. No BS fads or trends - real food and real results.

Strength is what separates good wrestlers from great ones. It’s not about looking bigger - it’s about moving with more power, recovering faster, and staying healthy through a long season. Strength training doesn’t just build the body - it builds confidence, discipline and toughness that wins matches.

The weight room can be your secret weapon — or your biggest weakness. Discover the most common training mistakes wrestlers make and learn how to lift with purpose, build real mat strength, and avoid burnout and injury.

Winning starts with what’s on your plate. Learn how to fuel your body before and during a tournament with simple, effective nutrition strategies that boost energy, sharpen focus and help you compete at your best — without cutting corners.

Club wrestling can sharpen your skills - but too much mat time without smart strength work can lead to burnout or missed gains. This guide helps wrestlers train smarter in the off-season by balancing lifting with club practice to stay strong, explosive and injury-free.