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Explosive Power Drills for Outstanding Wrestlers
Building explosive power is essential for dominating takedowns and controlling scrambles. Incorporating plyometrics and Olympic lifts into your training can give you the edge when it matters most. Box jumps, medicine ball slams, and clean-and-jerk variations help simulate the full-body explosiveness needed in live matches. But it’s not just about strength—mobility and core stability play…
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Making Weight Without Losing Power: Smart Nutrition for Wrestlers
For wrestlers, cutting weight can often be a grueling process—but it doesn’t have to mean sacrificing strength or stamina. The key is adopting a sustainable nutritional plan that emphasizes gradual weight loss, hydration, and nutrient timing. Start by eating whole foods, cutting processed sugars, and maintaining a steady protein intake to preserve muscle mass. Carbohydrate…
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Women’s Collegiate Wrestling Gains Momentum with NCAA Championship Approval
In a landmark moment for women’s wrestling, the NCAA has officially approved the creation of a Division I national championship, starting in the 2025-2026 season. After years of advocacy, this decision signifies unprecedented recognition and opportunity for female wrestlers at the collegiate level. Programs are already ramping up recruiting efforts, and institutions across the country…
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Gable Steveson’s Unexpected NCAA Loss and the Road Ahead
In a stunning turn of events at the 2025 NCAA Wrestling Championships, Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson suffered a surprising defeat to Oklahoma State’s Wyatt Hendrickson in the heavyweight final. Steveson, who had previously secured two NCAA titles and an Olympic gold, was leading early in the match but ultimately fell to Hendrickson, who clinched…