Listen "Jim Tressel & Ted Ginn Jr. on Ohio State Football, Fitness, and Giving Back"
Episode Synopsis
Former Ohio State Buckeyes Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa team up with their former coach and Ohio's Lt. Governor, the legendary, Jim Tressel and Buckeye and NFL icon Ted Ginn Jr. to talk all things football, fitness, and the future. In this powerful conversation, the group dives into the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge, why youth health and fitness matter more than ever, and the winning role of discipline and routine both on the field and in life. Listeners will also hear insight to Ohio State football, lessons on the transition from sports to leadership, and inspiring thoughts on community impact and giving back to the next generation.
Takeaways
The Team Tressel Fitness Challenge aims to promote health among youth.
Over 183,000 kids are participating in the fitness challenge.
Fitness is not just for athletes; it's a way of life.
Engaging kids in fitness can positively impact their families.
Discipline and routine are crucial for personal growth.
Young athletes need gradual exposure to competitive play.
Community engagement is essential for personal fulfillment.
The NIL initiative can be beneficial if used wisely.
Mentorship and opening doors for others is vital.
The importance of adapting to new roles after sports.
Chapters
00:00 Lt. Governor Tressel and Ted Ginn Jr. on Tressel Fitness Challenge
07:39 Tressel On Building Champions
09:41 Ted Ginn Jr. on Acclimating Young Starters
11:53 ByMae Vitamins Ad
12:52 Tressel on Managing Development of Young Players
16:40 Achieving Goals Long Term
22:22 Questions for the Hosts
Keywords
fitness challenge, youth health, Ohio State football, Jim Tressel, Ted Ginn Jr, community engagement, health awareness, youth sports, discipline, personal growth, Chimdi Chekwa, Bryant Browning, Buckeye Nation, off the field, former buckeyes, Team Tressel Challenge, wellness, Fanduel, Bleav Network, ByMae, life after football Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Takeaways
The Team Tressel Fitness Challenge aims to promote health among youth.
Over 183,000 kids are participating in the fitness challenge.
Fitness is not just for athletes; it's a way of life.
Engaging kids in fitness can positively impact their families.
Discipline and routine are crucial for personal growth.
Young athletes need gradual exposure to competitive play.
Community engagement is essential for personal fulfillment.
The NIL initiative can be beneficial if used wisely.
Mentorship and opening doors for others is vital.
The importance of adapting to new roles after sports.
Chapters
00:00 Lt. Governor Tressel and Ted Ginn Jr. on Tressel Fitness Challenge
07:39 Tressel On Building Champions
09:41 Ted Ginn Jr. on Acclimating Young Starters
11:53 ByMae Vitamins Ad
12:52 Tressel on Managing Development of Young Players
16:40 Achieving Goals Long Term
22:22 Questions for the Hosts
Keywords
fitness challenge, youth health, Ohio State football, Jim Tressel, Ted Ginn Jr, community engagement, health awareness, youth sports, discipline, personal growth, Chimdi Chekwa, Bryant Browning, Buckeye Nation, off the field, former buckeyes, Team Tressel Challenge, wellness, Fanduel, Bleav Network, ByMae, life after football Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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