Redefine Success and Failure

One of my favorite parts of the Gymnast Mindset program is the part where we redefine success and failure. It’s something that we take a much deeper dive into when we’re working with teams or individual gymnasts because it is an important concept, and it is one that needs to be personalized on a case…

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Excuses and Taking Responsibility

Another thing that we’d take a deep dive into through the Gymnast Mindset program is this idea of excuses. And rethinking and addressing those excuses that either you’re saying out loud or are running through your head on a regular basis. Because those excuses are holding you back!

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YOU are in Control

It doesn’t matter how old you are, what level gymnast you are, or where you’re at in your stage of life… this is an important reminder for everyone to hear. YOU are in control of your own choices. You do have options at every turn. You have the choice to go to bed earlier so that you…

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Ditch Your Excuses Now

How many times have you blamed mistakes, falls, and losses on some external source? The crowd distracted me. Warm ups were too rushed. The bars were too bouncy. The beam had too much chalk on it. Etc, etc, etc. There are endless ways to make excuses, but those excuses don’t get you anywhere. Don’t let…

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10 Things Gymnastics Parents Can Do to Help Their Gymnast

1. Verbally & Non-verbally communicate that you believe in them. This theme will gradually start to become a part of their positive self-talk as well & can be a great reminder for them when they are doubting themselves. 2. Verbally & Non-verbally communicate that you accept them, love them, & are proud of them NO…

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