David Taylor: His ACL Tear, Olympic Gold & 3 Freshman National Champions!

What does it really take to become a champion? David Taylor breaks down the mindset behind winning Olympic gold — and what people don’t see behind it. In this episode of Burn Factory, David Taylor opens up about tearing his ACL at the peak of his career, the mental battle of coming back, and what it actually takes to compete at the highest level. From his journey into wrestling to becoming an Olympic gold medalist and now building a new culture at Oklahoma State, this is a real look at what separates champions from everyone else. We also dive into why wrestling is different from other sports, the level of accountability it demands, and what most people get wrong about discipline, consistency, and winning. If you’re serious about leveling up — as an athlete or in life — this one hits. Follow us for more content: Instagram: @burnfactoryshow TikTok: @burnfactoryshow X: @burnfactory Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.