Secrets of Japanese Wrestling Revealed

It is no surprise that the Japanese wrestlers have been dominant at the past Olympics and World Championships. 

Trace the roots of the Japanese School of Wrestling from Judo, all the way back to the Samurai warriors and their constant mind-body approach. 

Gene explores the evolution from ancient Samurai combat to modern Judo, highlighting how these martial arts shaped today's wrestling techniques, the mixing of cultures when Judo and American wrestlers traded knowledge and techniques, and the philosophical foundations of Japanese wrestling, examining key figures like Jiguro Kano and essential texts, including Tadaaki Hatta's handbook.

Wrestling Mindset is the Official Mental Training Partner of USA Wrestling. 

Timestamps: 

1:08 - Japanese wrestling history 

4:10 - From Samurai to Judo 

7:49 - Bringing Judo to the West 

12:29 - Jiguro Kano, the father of Judo 

21:17 - Tadaaki Hatta's handbook 

23:53 - Must-read books for Japanese wrestling 

31:33 - Rooted in mind and body