In the first few years of starting SHIFT, the most common questions I got from email or social media surrounded flexibility, injuries, physical preparation, or skills. In the last two years, one new question has replaced these in the number one spot. I would argue it’s been more common than all of those other categories […]
I’ve been lucky to spend time learning from some of the worlds best medical providers, strength coaches, and sports coaches in the last 10 years. One of those people who has not only been enormously helpful in my education but also still provides me wisdom every day, is my friend and mentor Mike Reinold. For […]
Today on the blog I’m really excited to get out a new lecture that has been in the works for a while. It is one that I feel is the msot central topic currently facing gymnastics – how much is too much for young gymnasts? This podcast is from a lecture I recently gave for […]
Really excited for the first ever Question and Answer Episode of The SHIFT Show! The episodes are going to alternate between longer-form content and shorter form Q&A. People can ask anything they want on gymnastics topics like flexibility, strength and conditioning, culture development, injuries, personal development, or more. To submit a question head to the […]
I have an absolutely massive announcement! After listening to feedback from the SHIFT Community on wanting more “on the go” type audio content, I have launched my brand new podcast, “The SHIFT Show”. I’m super excited for the project to finally be out. For one, the first 3 episodes are monsters I can’t wait for […]
I just wanted to put out a quick blog post for people who are looking to build leg power in the athletes they work with. Following a few strength building blocks (gaining general strength first is essential to increase power), there are some specific progressions that I have found really useful for transferring newfound strength to […]
In this episode, I sit down with Registered Dietician and Physician Dr. Jaimie Schehr To tackle all of the hard topics surrounding nutrition in the sport of gymnastics. We talk about many issues that are currently seen in the landscape of gymnastics, as well as all sports, including maladaptive body image issues, the role of […]
This episode is a 2 hour long lecture I gave on pretty much all my current thoughts for the future of gymnastics strength and conditioning. I start by outlining how the values, habits, and culture that a gym has fosters motivation in young athletes. From there, we dive into all the details for strength exercises, […]
In the inaugural episode of The SHIFT Show, I talk with elite international gymnastics coach Nick Ruddock. We discuss a range of topics from specific gymnastics techniques needed for high performance, to physical preparation programs, to creating motivation in athletes, and what it takes to create a high performing culture where athletes are “happy, healthy, […]
I’m really excited to branch out into the trampoline side of gymnastics with some new content. I had very little exposure to competitive trampoline as a gymnast. Although I have worked with some gymnasts in this area of the sport, I still can’t speak to the exact issues and demands as well as artistic gymnastics. […]
