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 […]
Today on the podcast I am super stoked to have Justin Spring former NCAA gymnast known for his daring and impressive skill set and helping his Illinois team to multiple championship titles. During his time at College, he also represent the USA at world championships and helped Team USA win Bronze at the 2008 Beijing […]
I’ve been obsessed with personal development, leadership, and business books all the years I’ve been coaching. I always seem to find really good examples of things to use with gymnasts, and also during my medical work. Oftentimes, I come across a book that hits so hard or delivers an eye-opening message, and it forever changes […]
In today’s episode of The SHIFT Show, I am joined by gymnastics legends Chellsie Memmel, and Kyle Shewfelt. The 2005 World All-Around Champion and Beijing Olympic Team member Chellsie made an inspiring comeback to gymnastics in her thirties and is now U.S. National Team Coach. Kyle was the first ever Canadian gymnast to win gold […]
