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https://twitter.com/olympicchannel/status/1251465768556003328
Month: April 2020
We Will Rock You
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GREAT spotter
This reminds me of some of the skilled Trampoline spotters I’ve seen over the years.
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R.I.P. Dieter Hofmann
One of the most successful coaches of all time, Dieter Hofmann of East Germany died April 19th, 2020 at the age of 79.
For decades he worked closely with Hardy Fink.
crying at Gymnastics
Anne Josephson:
Is pushing kids until they cry just a part of gymnastics?
Here is the answer: yes and no.
… there are times when kids cry for a host of reasons that are normal and acceptable, perhaps even good. Crying can release tension. It can cue us that what we are doing matters. It can let the adults around the child know that the child is in distress and may need comforting or further guidance.
So how is a parent to know when the tears are a warning sign versus when the tears are just a normal part of life? Here are some things to consider …
related – THE KEY TO HAVING A HAPPY RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR COACH, ATHLETE OR PARENT
remembering Daria Joura
Daria “Dasha” Joura is a retired Australian gymnast. She is a triple Australian senior all-around champion and competed at the 2008 Summer Olympics and the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in 2006 and 2007.
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The Band Wagon – Fred Astaire & Cyd Charisse
Emily May – 1981 Bars
Korbut salto. TONS of original elements.
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“Cat Twist”
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WHEN is a strict coach a bully?
“Teaching is about imparting skills, technique and knowledge to students. Some teachers do that with an open and relaxed manner, while others prefer structure and strictness,” says psychologist Dr. Deborah Serani.
“Benign strict teaching can be an effective way to instruct. However, when teaching becomes more aggressive, demeaning and hurtful, that is not teaching—it’s bullying.” …
Red Flag: Your teacher’s behavior benefits them, not you.
Red Flag: Your teacher repeatedly targets specific students.
Red Flag: Rules and consequences are unofficial or unreasonable.
Red Flag: Reprimands are used to attack rather than educate.
read more … Is Your Teacher A Bully Or Just Strict? 10 Ways to Tell The Difference
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