I know I’m preaching to the choir here.
Too often what makes it on Gymnastics Coaching is some issue: ethics, injury, injustice.
But the fact is that I feel sorry for those kids who never did gymnastics & trampoline.
Gymnasts are the most fit athletes, overall.
But even more important, in my opinion, are the psychological benefits.
Gymnastics is so challenging, … that the rest of life seems easy, in comparison.
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What about coaches?
… Look at yourself. Take some time to consider your actions and the behaviors you model for the children in your life. When others look for the good in youth sports will they find you? …
Mark Folger – FINDING THE GOOD IN YOUTH SPORTS
And … WHAT’S IMPORTANT IN YOUTH SPORTS? – Part 2
On my death bed I’ll be well pleased to have spent a lifetime in youth sport. It’s the best education, on balance.
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