Ask Cael: February 23rd, 2005
Story Published Monday, September 15th, 2008
Question: “My question concerns your conditioning and what you do to get in shape and stay in shape. Do you get tired in your matches and how do you push yourself when you’re tired? Also, what is your mindset when you are tired, behind on points and can’t seem to score?”
Cael: “Hello everyone- thank you for taking the time to send in your questions this week.
I believe the best way to increase your match conditioning is to wrestle at a higher pace in practice. Get more tired in your practice than you do in matches. Take more shots, contend every situation and wrestle every second. If you get taken down, no big deal. Immediately work to escape.
Wrestle smart, work on your areas of concentration, but pick up the pace. This is in addition to the running, sprints, push-ups, pull-ups and etc. that you’re already doing. Push yourself when you’re tired in practice and it will be much easier to do it in matches.
Focus on scoring as many points as you can. Work to get better everyday – with technique and conditioning. When I need to score I focus on the set-ups, not the shots. Strong set-ups are the key. Focus on the set-ups and you’ll be on your opponents leg before you know it.”
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