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 in baseball and golf sports performance and general fitness personal training. Mike is a former 14-year competitive baseball player and […]
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 worked with 100s of these athletes over the years and helped them see improvements. Based on all the research […]
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 tips on improving your flexibility for splits, leaps, and bars. It’s packed […]
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 tendon pull on the growth plate in the knee, causing inflammation and pain. This injury can be debilitating for […]
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, OCS, CSCS, a former Division I gymnast and now physical therapist, shares her knowledge on what causes overuse knee injuries […]
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 has been universal for me to see. Without clear, honest, and open communication, teams can struggle to achieve their goals and […]
Learning from other people, having self-awareness moments, and reading books can help coaches and staff in gymnastics to improve their coaching techniques, culture, and personal development. In this episode of The Shift Show, I talk about the importance of coaches, parents, and athletes being happy, enjoying their work, and delivering high-quality mentoring to gymnasts. I […]
Severs Disease, which is inflammation of the growth plate of the heel, can be one of the most frustrating things for gymnasts to deal with. Commonly referred to as “growing pains”, this overuse injury can substantially limit training, competition, and daily life. It is caused by a combination of high-force landing skills, high repetitions, and […]
In gymnastics, growth plate injuries are not uncommon, especially in the hamstring area. These injuries can cause pain and discomfort and require proper management to ensure a full recovery. In this episode of The Shift Show, I’m joined by Dr. Emily Sweeney, a sports medicine physician from Colorado, to discuss the causes of hamstring growth […]
As coaches, educators, and leaders in gymnastics, our ultimate goal is to help our athletes achieve success and reach their full potential. However, this is not always an easy task given the enormous amount of work and knowledge it takes. Many of us are simply trying our best, having to ‘fail uphill’ to learn the […]
