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what we do. Whether it's our fitness goals, or our life The interesting thing about giving is this, its not just giving something up, it also letting go. This is where the power comes from. It’s an opportunity for us as individuals to become less attached and make sacrifices sometimes beyond what is comfortable.

The same concept must be applied to your health and fitness.

You must give to yourself. You must see your health as something bigger than your immediate appetite for pleasure. If you do not learn to do this, you will begin to see your health decline and you turn inward living more selfishly.

It’s a slow fade.

You are worth more than that.

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I’ve been a fan of Little Richie Clementi’s for years. I have to admit, though, as a single mom of a young boy and a high school teacher of 25 years, my perception of his training in his early years as a wrestler was one of disapproval. I watched him put in hours of rigorous work, cut weight, win and lose matches, and endure crushing disappointment in himself, and I winced at the discipline I thought was too harsh for his soft heart. I would have shielded him, given the choice. Now, however, as I’ve recently watched him win the 2017 Louisiana State Wrestling Championship after an entire season undefeated, I know I would have been wrong.

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Clementi's Gladiators Academy 1910 Possum Hollow Rd Call: 985-285-4621 "While contemporary society and the field

of education seek to protect children from ideas like failure and consequence, Coach Rich believes these are necessary tools in the development of champions on the mat, and strong, confident members of society."

The sport of wrestling is unique in that it forges champions by placing them in supervised adverse situations that allow them to experience failure and disappointment. According to Coach Rich Clementi, these invaluable experiences on the mat teach young children to operate in difficult circumstances, make split second decisions, plan, execute moves, and in essence, develop the desire and character necessary to win. The work is physical, mental, and often emotional, and the skills gained on the mat transfer to all other aspects of the child’s life. This is one of the main reasons I believe all kids should wrestle.

While contemporary society and the field of education seek to protect children from ideas like failure and consequence, Coach Rich believes these are necessary tools in the development of champions on the mat, and strong, confident members of society.

Rich Clementi is a man who knows a lot about forging champions. He was a top ranked High School wrestler in New Jersey before enlisting in the military. He transferred his wrestling-based style of fighting into the cage, and fought for the UFC in Japan and Europe. After his UFC career, Rich opened Clementi’s Gladiators Academy, where he trained professional athletes exclusively for many years until the birth of his son, Richie. As he watched young Richie compete in grappling and wrestling, he began to realize that the championship mentality is not inherent in DNA; that it had to be taught.

And that it’s best taught in adversity. “Children today are being coddled. In a misguided effort to “spare” children from disappointment, there are no winners and losers. In my opinion, that doesn’t develop strong, capable young adults.” When he began to see Richie develop mentally and emotionally, Coach Rich decided to shift his focus to training children. “The goal for my wrestling program is to create champions.

The championship mentality is a seed planted that will blossom for the rest of the child’s life.”

Richie Clementi

This year, the Bayou Elite wrestling program, which is a perfect partnership between Holy Cross High School in Metairie and Clementi’s Gladiators Academy in Slidell, celebrated five 1st place winners at the Louisiana State Wrestling Tournament.

Richie Clementi is one of those champions, taking first place novice at 65lbs. Richie is the son of Amanda and Rich Clementi, and when I asked Amanda if she ever felt, as a mom, that her son’s training was too harsh, she assured me she has always understood the purpose of rigorous training and discipline, and its inevitable result. “I tell new wrestling moms they will see more tears on the mat than in any other sport. Moms must have faith that those tears will lead their children to greatness.”

She explains, “Life is full of disappointments and obstacles, and children need to learn how to deal with those from within. Wrestling training builds the fortitude inside that success in life requires.”

Unfortunately, I would have been one of those moms who questioned the process. It seems natural for moms to “protect” their children from what we perceive as negative experiences. This drives well-meaning parents to tangle with teachers, sponsors, and coaches on their child’s behalf. But I’ve been able to watch Little Richie’s development over the years into a true champion, both on and off the mat. This past season, I witnessed his maturity as a young leader at each tournament, his emotional strength, his remarkable skill level, and his kindness toward his teammates and opponents. While I initially feared the discipline of the sport was too harsh, I now see first-hand the benefits of that discipline in his character. And given the choice now, I would enroll my son in the Bayou Elite wrestling program in a heartbeat. And I would trust Coach Rich and the process wholeheartedly.

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Jesse Lawless

"The championship mentality is not inherent in our DNA; it has to be taught"

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Caden Judice

As a mentor to all the children who enter his program, Coach Rich knows how far each one can be pushed, and he supervises their training and development at all stages. He says the first three months are the hardest for parents to adjust. “I never quit on a kid. Sometimes parents do not understand the process, and they quit when their child experiences frustration or failure.” Kids who are new to wrestling will learn defeat, they will feel overpowered, and they will be faced with adversity. Coach Rich believes maintaining high standards encourages competition, which breeds the desire for excellence. “Many team sports limit individual competition, whereas in wrestling, newcomers battle experts, and the loser of the match learns quickly what he needs to do to get better.”

Jesse Lawless The parents of state champion wrestler Jesse Lawless are very thankful for the program. In fact,

Jesse’s father, Robbie Lawless, has always insisted Jesse stick with wrestling, even when he had discouraging seasons. “It’s not just about wrestling technique. This sport teaches him about not giving up when he faces adversity.” Jesse’s mom Kerri has witnessed the growth in her son over the years in this program. “Jesse has learned that excellence is a standard. Coach Rich has instilled a strong work ethic and the importance of the right mindset before every match.” This season, Coach Rich helped Jesse develop the desire to win and coached him to his 1st place medal in the Schoolboy category at 144lbs. Jesse appreciates that Coach Rich took an interest in him and believed in him. Before his final match this year, he felt exhausted and discouraged. But he shifted his own mindset, a skill he’s learned from this program. “I thought about what it would feel like walking out without a 1st place medal,” he said. “I knew that would be the longest ride home.” He made the decision to win, and it paid off beautifully.

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Another state winner this year is Caden Judice, who took 1st place in the Intermediate 65lb category.

Caden’s parents, Misty and Chad Judice, have sacrificed greatly to make sure both of their sons have access to the Bayou Elite program. Misty drives and hour and a half from her home in Crown Point to the gym in Slidell on Mondays and Wednesdays and waits while they train. She believes her boys are learning life lessons that will serve them for years to come. “It’s built in Caden the ability to take a loss and get through to the end result.” After suffering losses in previous years, this year he had an undefeated season, and not one point was scored on him at state. Nine-year-old Caden says, “Coach Rich is hard on us, but it makes us better on the mat. When I’m put in a bad position, I know what to do.” For Caden’s parents, his win at state makes every moment of the drive worth it.

His dad, Chad Judice, says, “Life is tough. You don’t always win just because you compete. Sometimes after a tough loss you have to regroup and get back on the mat in order to place. That’s what Caden is learning.”

Quinton Cap Nine year old Quinton Cap is the fourth state champion from Bayou Elite this year, securing 1st place Intermediate at 80lbs. His parents, Kimberly and Michael Cap, chose this program in Slidell because of the level of skill they saw in the wrestlers as opposed to other clubs. After only three months of training, Quinton’s skills improved dramatically. Kimberly says, “This wrestling program also trains the kids mentally, not just physically. It trains the whole kid.”

Cole Bourquard The youngest and fifth state champion this year is six-year-old Cole Bourquard, who took 1st place in 40lb. Bantam Folkstyle. His father Steven Burquard switched Cole from Jiu Jitsu to wrestling this season because he knew Cole had natural athletic talent, and he wanted the scholarship opportunities that the sport of wrestling offers. He attributes Cole’s championship win this year to hard work and good coaching. “Part of Cole’s success is his the environment at Bayou Elite. His teammates are serious competitors. He practices with greatness, and that improves his performance.”

The Slidell Bayou Elite classes on Monday and Wednesday nights are structured so that experienced wrestlers train first at 4:30pm, and then the new wrestlers come in at 5:30pm for small group training with student leaders. This method allows Coach Rich to mentor large amounts of students at one time, as well as develop the leadership abilities of his older wrestlers. “You can’t find this type of mentoring in football or other team sports.” Additionally, the Slidell location offers Tuesday/Thursday strength and conditioning classes for all young athletes age 9 and above, taught

by Coach Johnathan Johnson.

Coach Rich finds working with children far more personally rewarding these days. The partnership that’s been formed between Holy Cross High School and Clementi’s Gladiators Academy is one that is beneficial for all parties. The two Bayou Elite locations offer parents the opportunity for their kids to participate on both sides of the lake. “Since there’s not a big focus on wrestling in the south, there just hasn’t been an opportunity like this before, for kids to get wrestling training and education for their future with the possibility of earning college scholarships.” Little Richie Clementi, at only 10 years old, is already considering which colleges he wants to attend.

According to Coach Rich, parents of football players should consider enrolling their children in wrestling during the off-season. A recent article published in The Sportster reveals the NFL recognizes the benefits of wrestling training more than ever. “Football and wrestling are more connected than most people realize, perhaps because of their extreme similarities.

They both feature strong athletes, with an incredible determination to win. Hall of Fame NFL coaches and honorary players continuously support the beneficial aspects that wrestling can have on football” (The Top 20 NFL Players Who are Former Wrestlers). In fact, Dallas Cowboys’ Bob Breunig attributes his success on the football field to lessons learned in High School wrestling. And which lesson was most relevant? Losing.

After an undefeated season, an upset in the finals brought Breunig the humility he believes he needed for true success, both on and off the mat.

In a society where both “the thrill of victory” and “the agony of defeat” are being softened by participation trophies, lowering standards, and educational policies where “everyone wins,” there is still one sport that recognizes and rewards the hard work and determination that it takes to earn 1st place. There is still one sport that introduces children to adversity and teaches them that frustration and failure are valuable tools that can be used for growth. With five state champions this year and many more to come, Coach Rich Clementi and the Bayou Elite program are committed to forging champions. Children of all ages, ethnicities, athletic abilities, weight classes, and maturity levels are welcome to come experience wrestling training and competition at its finest, right here in Clementi's Gladiators Academy southern Louisiana. 1910 Possum Hollow Rd Watch out, Iowa!

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For starters, it’s a great way to Change Things Up. We all get stuck in the day-

to-day routines of work, training and life.

With the set structure of the work week, one of the variables that can be changed is that of training. The same CrossFit sessions are rarely repeated, which offers an ideal contrast to predictable and structured work days or training programs.

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It is refreshing to head to the gym and not know what lies in store for your session. The idea is to keep the training stimulus fresh and make those one to two hours of your day invigorating so that you can carry on with your day with renewed vigor and energy.

Some of the additional benefits of going to the gym and committing to a training program are those of Weight Loss and Conditioning. If your training is fresh and stimulation, you’ll be more likely to remain committed to your routine, and the more committed you are to the training, the better your results will be.

As you should know by now, CrossFit is not the average run-of-the-mill training routine. You will work as hard as your body will allow, at your own pace and skill level. Also, in the class environment, the competitive spirit comes out and pervades the group dynamic, As long as it is nurtured and directed, this competitiveness can be very healthy. It is a tool that Pushes You Further than your ordinarily would during an average training session.

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CrossFit is also extremely versatile and covers many aspects of fitness. It therefore scales well into many other sporting and training protocols to offer and Ideal Form Of Cross Training.

It does not have to be the sole training routine used for fitness. I know of many athletes, from Olympians and world champions to weekend warriors who now incorporate CrossFit training into their broader training routines as their predominant strength component. In much the same way, CrossFit can be weaved into the approach of people from all walks of life to improve functional strength, aid rehab or boost general fitness levels. That’s the beauty of the program.

Joining and participation in a CrossFit Gym also goes way beyond a mere form of exercise. You also Become Part Of A Community. I have seen many people thrive in the training environment as they form strong friendships and bonds, and start venturing out of the gym together to take on new and varied adventures and physical challenge. This carries their CrossFit fitness and rela-

tionships into arenas outside of the gym and ensures that they get to experience new things and push their physical boundaries in new, exciting ways.

The Navy Seals also believe that humans are capable of exceeding our perceived limits by a factor of 20 times. We often sell ourselves short and don’t truly believe how strong and capable we are.

While I’m not saying that CrossFit will turn you into a Navy Seal, I do believe that you’ll achieve much more from your training, your work and your life in general, by simply being part of a CrossFit gym and the community as a whole.

It Breeds A Culture Of Performance And Constant Improvement.

Since CrossFit has settled and cemented its standing in the broader health and fitness industry, it is now easy to find the best boxes and coaches, making now the perfect time to check it our and give it a go. I have no doubt that it will freshen up and invigorate your training and, in turn, your life. Take a leap of faith this year and step into a CrossFit gym to shift your perceptions and opinions and change your life forever.

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Get started with your FitnessConsultation—your FREE Consultation—your FREE • • Get started with your Fitness personal trainer will show you all the different services in personal trainer will show you all the different services in the club and help you design your customized workout. the club and help you design your customized workout.

You also get a WeightRoom RoomFloor Floor & & Cardio Cardio • • You also get a Weight Orientation as an introduction to the classic modes of Orientation as an introduction to the classic modes of exercise that everyone enjoys. exercise that everyone enjoys.

You can enroll in BodyMotion—our free strength Motion—our free strength • • You can enroll in Body training and cardio program where you get personal training and cardio program where you get personal assistance with a fitness coach every time you come to assistance with a fitness coach every time you come to the club. the club.

• Group Exercise Classes—for people that love to have • Group Exercise Classes—for people that love to have fun and be challenged with a variety of class formats fun and be challenged with a variety of class formats including Body Pump, Yoga, Zumba, Spinning and so including Body Pump, Yoga, Zumba, Spinning and so much more! There are over 150 classes per week. much more! There are over 150 classes per week.

• Team Training can take your fitness to the next level with • Team Training can take your fitness to the next level with our signature personal training sessions that combine our signature personal training sessions that combine interval and strength based training with cardiovascular interval and strength based training with cardiovascular conditioning that bring you maximum results. conditioning that bring you maximum results.

•• Nutrition NutritionCounseling is Counseling is the best way to get the best way to get results! It’s important results! It’s important to know what to do with to know what to do with your eating habits, we’ve got the your eating habits, we’ve got the answers and the programs that can help you make great answers and the programs that can help you make great choices. choices.

• • Ask your fitness consultant about any other program you Ask your fitness consultant about any other program you might want to try out like Tennis! might want to try out likeCrossFit, CrossFit,Swimming Swimmingoror Tennis!

•• FREE FREEChild ChildCare at all locations makes it convenient for Care at all locations makes it convenient for the entire family. Cross Gates is a one stop family spot! the entire family. Cross Gates is a one stop family spot!

We include the entire family with fun programs that We include the entire family with fun programs that keep kids entertained and active so mom and dad can keep kids entertained and active so mom and dad can workout and get results while the kids have fun in the workout and get results while the kids have fun in the youth activity center or enroll in kids 4 fitness, tennis, youth activity center or enroll in kids 4 fitness, tennis, swimming, taekwondo, dancing, basketball and so much swimming, taekwondo, dancing, basketball and so much more! more!

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