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Release Skill Development and Battling Dismount Mental Blocks With Will Banthorpe

In today's podcast, we are thrilled to have Will Banthorpe, an exceptional coach from the UK specializing in Men's Artistic Gymnastics.  Will is Head of MAG at Pipers Vale Gymnastics Club, GBR with 23 years of coaching experience. He…
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5 Simple Split Active Flexibility Drills For Better Leaps and Jumps

Full splits are something many gymnasts and other aesthetic-based sports are trying to achieve.  While many people rely on static or dynamic stretching to make changes (which is helpful) the reality is that without any strength or active flexibility…
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Keys to Artistry & Choreography in Floor Routines with Chloé van Bavel

Artistry and choreography are key components in creating a successful floor routine for a gymnast.  In this episode of The Shift Show, I have a wonderful conversation with Chloé van Bavel, a renowned Dutch choreographer and artistry expert…
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7 Must Use Gymnastics Shoulder Flexibility & Strength Exercises

Having fully flexible, strong, and stable shoulders is essential in gymnastics. This is for both skill performance, but also health and reducing the risk of overuse injuries. So many gymnasts struggle with a limited range of motion, limited…
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Helping Shoulder Pain and Labral Tears in Gymnasts with Mike Scaduto

In this informative podcast episode, Mike Scaduto DPT, TPI, C-PS, a physical therapist specializing in shoulder treatment, joins the discussion to shed light on common shoulder injuries in gymnasts and baseball players.  With a background…

The 5 Common Split Flexibility and Leap Problems and Exactly How to Fix Them

Split flexibility and bigger leap angles are one of the most common problems gymnasts, dancers, cheerleaders, and other performing arts athletes face. The problem is that limited split flexibility can have many different underlying causes. I've…
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Improve Split and Leap Flexibility With This Step By Step Guide

Today on the podcast I want to address a question I often get: How can I improve my splits and leaps?  Well, I've got an awesome lecture from our popular Hero Lab that's perfect for summarizing this topic.  In this lecture, I'll share…

7 Steps for Overcoming Knee Pain from Osgood Schlatters in Gymnastics

Osgood-Schlatter disease is a common injury among young gymnasts, mainly caused by excessive impact forces and landing repetitions stressing the open growth plate of the knee. It occurs when the quadriceps muscles that form the patellar…
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Reducing Knee Pain from Overuse Injuries in Gymnasts with Janis Konkle

Overuse knee injuries can be incredibly frustrating and painful for gymnasts, especially when they involve growth plate injuries like Osgood-Schlatter's or patellar tendon problems.  In this episode of The Shift Show, Janis Konkle PT, DPT,…

Communication is the Key to Unlocking High Performance Teams in Gymnastics: Insights from The Culture Code, Good People, and Ego Is The Enemy

In talking with some of the highest perming teams in gymnastics, communication and radical, honest transparency are two cornerstones I've observed. From the highest-performing club teams, to the NCAA, to international elite consulting, this…