Gymnastics coaches cannot be “do-as-I-say-not-as-I-do” coaches because gymnasts are watching and learn as much from watching coaches as from what they say. Continue reading
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Every Coach Knows Gymnastics is 90% Mental, But Most Do Nothing
Coaches know better, or should, than to ignore or do minimal mental training and to not utilize what are the most effective mental training techniques. Continue reading
The Awesome Responsibilities and Opportunities of Coaching
Words matter & even a single positive or negative statement spoken by a coach can have incredible power & effect on a gymnast’s entire life. Choose wisely! Continue reading
Almost All Sports Psychologists Have Positive Affirmations Wrong
Positive affirmations are often a tool prescribed for improving confidence and success in athletes. The problem is that many don’t understand their use. Continue reading
I Have Concerns About Coach’s Approach to Training
Many parents have concerns about their coach’s approach to training and often rightly so. But parent’s often are not sure about what are the right methods. Continue reading
Sign Petition to Allow Chellsie Memmel to Compete at Nationals
Sign the Change.org petition to allow Chelsie Memmels to compete at Nationals and not be abruptly and arbitrarily denied her shot at the 2012 Olympics. Continue reading
