Silent Gladiators Chapter XXXI Chechen Fighters

This book details the tremendous work and dedication to succeed in the toughest sport in the world. An enthralling book but definitely not for the WWF fans because this book is about REAL wrestling.Shawnbigshoes

i love his comment about brandon slay... can we say butt hurt? USA USA USA. i could be mistaken but i though cael beat him awhile back.

dang expert on saitiev. he's awesome as heck!!!!!

Now I would like to read the book. Somehow, his comments and feelings seem to some degree universal. When he "feels low, he goes fishing." Maybe that is how he can get his head on straight, feel a little closer to God, and then persevere with an intensity that few people will ever experience.

Grammer mistakes and all I really enjoyed reading about the Russian legend Saitiev. Its so refreshing to hear from a worldclass athlete who is a deep and complex person and not a trash talking, one dimensional, self absorbed simpleton. His philosophy on life and sport is incredibly inspiring and in particular his comments about fame should be listened to by young american athletes. The Russians are smart, educated and resourceful people who have endured tremendous adversity and we might be able to learn a thing or two from them if we open ourselves up to that. I particularly enjoyed his humility which we don't find much among elite American athletes. I wasn't initially interested in purchasing this book but will now after reading that chapter.

RE: ReTJ X, I only wrestled 2 years at Cal Poly -junior and senior year (built up to it with everything I had), i would have been laughed off the mat before hand. Guys like Mo Lawal wrestled for only 3 years in HS...obviously a freak...but still found a way to compete at the highest of levels. Experience isnt everything. American wrestlers are sweet and never underestimate their ability to find a way.