What is it like being a wrestler? What do you have to do
to be the best athlete? (routines, practice, etc.)
Being a wrestler is having to commit lots of
hours and effort into practices, running and competing. It also means you have
to sacrifice things such as favorite foods and drinks since we have to make
weight about 2 times a week. Being a wrestler is being able to find the right
balance as you need to make time for homework, practice, extra workouts, and
resting.
To be the best athlete you have
to have the right mindset, motivation, and will to push yourself to your limit.
Having the right mindset is important because it influences everything you do,
so if you are in a negative mindset it will reflect in your workout and
whatever you do. Practices can help but ultimately you have to do other workouts
outside of just your regular practice. You also must watch what you eat because
eating is not an activity, it is your fuel to get you through workouts.
When did you start doing the sport, and why do you
continue to do it now?
I started this sport when I was in 8th
grade. I started wrestling because my brother and I made a pact that if both of
us did wrestling we would finish the season together. I continue to do it now
not because of the pact, but because I love wrestling. It is an enjoyable sport
that teaches me about wrestling but about life. I have made many
memories, and it has been a big part of my high school journey.
Peace,
Karissa
