Triple H, one of WWE’s most decorated superstars, left an indelible mark on the wrestling world during his 24-year in-ring career. With 14 world titles and seven WrestleMania main events to his name, The Game’s legacy is undeniable. Now, as WWE’s Chief Content Officer, he continues to shape the future of wrestling. Recently, former WWE wrestler Maven shed light on what made Triple H so exceptional from a psychological perspective.
In a revealing YouTube video, Maven, who competed in WWE from 2001 to 2005, shared insights into Triple H’s mastery of the art of pacing a wrestling match. Maven explained that the secret to Triple H’s endurance lies in his strategic use of energy, especially during submission moves.
“The more you squeeze, the more energy, the more blood you’re pumping through your body. That’s gonna blow you up or tire you out a lot quicker. The lighter touch you have, you’re gonna be able to go a lot longer. That’s a secret that a lot of guys, like Triple H, for instance, Triple H can go all day long in the ring. And the reason, he’s not exerting all that energy on something as silly as grabbing someone harder,” Maven said.
This insight into Triple H’s technique reveals why he was able to maintain such a high level of performance throughout his career. Despite retiring from in-ring competition in 2022 due to heart issues, Triple H’s influence in the wrestling world remains strong. His last match took place in 2019, where he and Shinsuke Nakamura triumphed over Bobby Roode and Samoa Joe at a live event in Japan.
Maven, best known for winning the first season of Tough Enough in 2001 and his memorable feud with The Undertaker, admitted that he struggled to master this skill. He shared how he initially failed to grasp the concept of pacing his energy during matches.
“That took me a long time to learn because I would lock up with somebody, put them in a headlock, and then just immediately flex,” Maven continued. “I’d be pumping my arms out and just wrenching it. Not putting pressure on them, but putting pressure on me, blowing myself up quicker.”
Triple H’s ability to conserve energy and pace himself effectively is a testament to his understanding of the psychological aspects of wrestling. This mastery allowed him to perform at the highest level for over two decades, setting a standard for future generations of wrestlers.
