Know Your Limitations…
The only limitations we have in life are the ones we set on ourselves. Our minds and bodies are capable of so much more than we give ourselves credit for. [...]
Reach for the Stars!
Tumble on Beam, Swing on Bars, Follow your Dreams, and Reach for the Stars! #MotivationalMonday Get your motivation HERE!
Nothing Can Dim The Light Shining from Within
Nothing can dim the light that shines from within. #MotivationalMonday When a gymnast sets a goal, it's imperative that the gymnast "owns" that goal and everything that comes with it ... all [...]
Imagine, Believe, Achieve
Imagine with all your mind, believe with all your heart, achieve with all your might. #MotivationalMonday When I was young, I’d play “make believe” and imagine I was a [...]
Strong Enough to Hold On… Brave Enough to Let Go!
Strong enough to hold on... Brave enough to let go! #MotivationalMonday Who’s ready for Rio? With approximately 100 days to go until opening ceremonies, elite gymnasts around our country are [...]
How to Clean the Suede on Gymnastics Equipment
One of the more common questions we receive is how to clean your suede balance beam. The suede on balance beams will obviously collect chalk and dirt over time, which [...]
AAI Vault Board Recommendation
AAI is now recommending the use of AAI vault boards with fewer springs for Level 4 gymnasts that weigh less than 80 lbs. As few as 3 springs on either [...]
Never Let the Fear of Falling Keep You from Flying
Never let the fear of falling keep you from FLYING!#MotivationalMonday Most times, failure is a much better teacher than success. Gymnasts and coaches need to have the courage to [...]
New GymABstics Program Coming Soon!
Since the release of our GymABstics program, thousands of people seeking something different with their workouts were introduced to what I believe to be the most effective form of getting [...]
American Gymnast – Fueling the Flame
As we are approaching another Olympic year (only 363 days from today until the Opening Ceremonies in Rio!), I started thinking about all the gymnasts around our country training to [...]
Russian Resurgence!
Perhaps the loudest statement made at this week’s European Championships in Montpellier, France was made by the Russian women. This is by far the strongest this team has looked [...]
They’re Back! Olympic Champions From London Launch Impressive Comebacks in Italy
by Andy Thornton Here were "7 Takeaways" from today's team and all-around competition at the City of Jesolo Trophy meet, taking place in Italy this weekend: 1. Simone Biles [...]