Ask Cael: Cael, What did you do in the offseason to stay in shape and consistent for the upcoming season?

Story Published Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

Question: Cael, what did you do in the offseason to stay in shape and consistent for the upcoming season?

I wrestled. Strength and conditioning are important but improving your wrestling skills is the most important thing you can do over the summer. Train, drill, and compete when you get the chance. If you are in high school or younger do push ups and pull ups. Run 2-3 times a week. But nothing is more important then just wrestling. wrestle!

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