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WRESTLING TOUGH Second Edition Mike Chapman Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Names: Chapman, Mike, 1943- author. Title: Wrestling tough / Mike Chapman. Description: Second Edition. | Champaign, Illinois : Human Kinetics, [2019] | Includes bibliographical references and index. Identifiers: LCCN 2018028451 (print) | LCCN 2018029266 (ebook) | ISBN 9781492587200 (ebook) | ISBN 9781492567912 (print) Subjects:LCSH: Wrestling. Classification: LCC GV1195 (ebook) | LCC GV1195 .C47 2018 (print) | DDC 796.812--dc23 LC record available at https://lccn.loc.gov/2018028451 ISBN: 978-1-4925-6791-2 (print) Copyright © 2019, 2005 by Mike Chapman All rights reserved. Except for use in a review, the reproduction or utilization of this work in any form or by any electronic, mechanical, or other means, now known or hereafter invented, including xerography, photocopying, and recording, and in any information storage and retrieval system, is forbidden without the written permission of the publisher. The web addresses cited in this text were current as of September 2018, unless otherwise noted. Senior Managing Editor: Amy Stahl Copyeditor: Michelle Horn Proofreader: Leigh Keylock Indexer: Rebecca L. McCorkle Permissions Manager: Martha Gullo Graphic Designer: Denise Lowry Cover Designer: Keri Evans Cover Design Associate: Susan Rothermel Allen Photograph (cover): Tony Rotundo/WrestlersAreWarriors.com Photographs (interior): © Human Kinetics, unless otherwise noted Photo Asset Manager: Laura Fitch Photo Production Manager: Jason Allen Printer: Sheridan Books Human Kinetics books are available at special discounts for bulk purchase. Special editions or book excerpts can also be created to specification. For details, contact the Special Sales Manager at Human Kinetics. Printed in the United States of America 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 The paper in this book is certified under a sustainable forestry program. Human Kinetics P.O. Box 5076 Champaign, IL 61825-5076 Website: www.HumanKinetics.com In the United States, email [email protected] or call 800-747-4457. In Canada, email [email protected]. In the United Kingdom/Europe, email [email protected]. For information about Human Kinetics’ coverage in other areas of the world, please visit our website: www.HumanKinetics.com E7331 WRESTLING TOUGH CONTENTS Foreword vii Introduction ix Part I The Path to Wrestling Tough 1 Chapter 1 Choosing to Wrestle 3 Chapter 2 Understanding Toughness 13 Chapter 3 Building Confidence 21 Chapter 4 Dedicating and Committing to Goals 31 Chapter 5 Gaining Desire and Discipline 45 Chapter 6 Adding Intensity and Effort 53 Chapter 7 Achieving the Right Mind-Set 65 Chapter 8 Searching for The Zone 71 Chapter 9 Paying the Price 83 Chapter 10 Dealing With Adversity 93 iv Part II Essentials for Wrestling Tough 109 Chapter 11 Mind–Body Link 111 Chapter 12 Art of Preparation 125 Chapter 13 Sense of Fun 139 Chapter 14 Spirit for Competition 155 Chapter 15 Overcoming Obstacles 163 Chapter 16 Will to Win 169 Chapter 17 Power of Heart 179 Chapter 18 Attacking Mind-Set 189 Chapter 19 Mental Wrestling Mastery 205 Chapter 20 Life–Wrestling Balance 213 Chapter 21 Enduring Lessons of Wrestling 221 Epilogue 229 Bibliography 233 Index 237 About the Author 243 v This page intentionally left blank FOREWORD I am honored to be asked to write the foreword to the powerful new book Wrestling Tough, Second Edition, by Mike Chapman, who is a dear friend and a true student of the wrestling game. I have known and worked with Mike for over two decades; over these years, he has been an inspiration to me in many ways, especially in the area of writing. In January of 2002, Mike asked me to become a columnist for W.I.N. Mag- azine. Having had little experience as a writer, I was somewhat reluctant. Mike’s belief in me helped me overcome those initial doubts and, thanks to his encouragement through the years, I will soon be writing my 200th W.I.N. Magazine column. Mike also inspired me to write my book, Victory! Being Mentally Tough On and Off the Mat. I love wrestling and all aspects of it, but my strongest passion regarding the sport involves the mental game. Mental toughness is a huge part of the equation when it comes to winning in the grueling sport of wrestling. That is why I am so excited about this new edition of Wrestling Tough. I cannot recommend this book enough. A copy should be in the library of every coach and aspiring wrestler. The book explores the vast topic of toughness and answers many questions about what toughness really means in mankind’s oldest sport. It delves into the following questions: • What is toughness? • What does toughness look like? • How does one get tough? • When does one need to be tough? • How can one practice being tough? • Why is toughness crucial in attaining success? I have spent almost my entire career researching, studying, learning, and mastering toughness, and then teaching young athletes to become tough and resilient. Age, strength, and talent are much less important in determining a wrestler’s success than his or her will. And here’s why: Your future is much more dependent on the daily deci- sions you make than on your genetic makeup. The level of toughness that you acquire through reading this book can be the most powerful force in your athletic career and in your personal life as well. Mike Chapman is a respected writer who has closely covered wrestling, its competitors, and its coaches for 50 years. He has devoted a great deal of time vii viii Foreword and effort to studying the stuff of which champions are made in this most demanding of all sports. This book will take you into the mind-set of some of the greatest wrestlers of all time and teach you what it takes to become a true warrior of the sport. By reading this book, you will feel the true spirit of what it takes to reach the pinnacle in wrestling championships, and you will also realize and learn what it takes to reach the top step in life. Wrestling Tough, Second Edition, is more than a book about wrestling toughness—it’s a book about being ready to deal with the inevitable set- backs in life and to excel. Our sport is very hard. Life is hard. Wrestling and wrestling tough will help prepare you for the challenge. Steve Fraser 1984 Olympic Champion Coach of the 2007 World Team Champions Former National/Olympic Coach (19 years) for USA Wrestling Chief of Donor and Alumni Relations for USA Wrestling

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