Category: psychology

Kristen Maloney’s story

Kids in the Gym know the name.

Most elite compete the “Maloney” on Bars.

Former Olympian Kristen Maloney underwent eight surgeries while competing as a gymnast in the 1990s. She recounts the damage her body has sustained and how, at 36, she still has few regrets.

I have a newborn son, and I think about whether I would want him to train for the Olympics. If it was what he really wanted — and not just because it was just something he thinks he should do, or something he’s good at — I’d say yes. It’s all worth it. …

KRISTEN MALONEY’S SACRIFICE

what coaches should say

Tony Retrosi:

  1. “I trust you.”
  2. “I’m proud of you.”
  3. “Thank you.”
  4. “I always have time for you.”
  5. “What can I do to help?”
  6. “I’m sorry.”
  7. “Don’t worry about it.”

BONUS. “I don’t know, but I’ll find out”

7 Things Coaches Should Say Every Day

Steph Curry uses a deprivation tank

Created by agency Translation, the first ad in the campaign gives us a peek into how the sensory deprivation chamber helps Curry focus, calm his mind, and prepare …

The NBA Playoffs Are Here And Here’s How Stephen Curry Trains His Mind

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can UCLA win 2017 Championships?

Leading up to the 2016-2017 school year, the Bruins had one of the most impressive incoming classes in NCAA history, with commitments from Kocian, Ross and Simone Biles.

While Biles ultimately gave up her NCAA eligibility by turning professional shortly before her five-medal performance at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, Kocian, who helped lead Rio’s Final Five to team gold and won an individual silver medal on the uneven bars, and Ross, who earned a gold medal as part of the Fierce Five in London in 2012, remained committed to the program. …

UCLA is one of just three schools (along with Oklahoma and LSU) to have achieved a team score of 198 or better (out of 200) this season. The Bruins are an underdog to win, with Oklahoma and LSU as the favorites, but the team title is a possibility. …

UCLA’s Olympic gymnasts wagered fortune and fame against college eligibility

That’s a great article.

In the process, (Jordyn Wieber) learned just how much she loves coaching. After graduating in May, she is tentatively planning on remaining with the team while she works on her master’s degree. She hopes to one day be the UCLA head coach — a move Kondos Field is firmly in agreement with. “I’ll be sitting in Pauley Pavilion watching her coach in 20 years,” she said.

#girlchampion gymnasts

Here’s a cute video promoting positive self-image.

Click PLAY or watch it on YouTube.

Vinnie Silber:

LIC Kids Gymnastics in the New York City area …

Leading the development of these athletes are Morgan Lemon (Director) and Natalie Fuertes (Assistant Director). …

Our gym’s philosophy is based on positive coaching, wherein we value being a good teammate, supporting one another, and working hard to achieve your goals, more than we value banners and medals. …

The videos were a conscious effort to present girls with positive images to counteract the more traditional media images they are bombarded with daily. We wanted to remind girls that they are strong and powerful and beautiful …

Gym Blog Central – LIC Kids Gymnastics Develops the Individual Along with the Athlete