Prepare to revolutionize your understanding of men's gymnastics as we welcome Tyler Green to unpack the latest updates to the men's gymnastics code. Discover how these new rules, emphasizing increased difficulty and more complex skills, will reshape routine construction and skill development. Tyler and I discuss the urgency of balancing the pursuit…

Wondering how to keep your gymnasts healthy and performing at their best throughout the season? Join us as we uncover essential pre-season advice that has been fine-tuned through our experiences with Yale Gymnastics and elite sports professionals. We tackle critical topics such as stress management, sleep optimization, and nutrition strategies to h…

How do coaching styles impact an athlete's career and mental health? We had the honor of hosting gymnastics legends Ellie Black and Becky Downey, fresh from their experiences at the Paris Olympics. This episode is a treasure trove of insights as Ellie and Becky reflect on the evolution of gymnastics, from the increasing age of peak competition to t…

Join us as we explore the dynamic evolution of elite gymnastics with the insightful Nick Ruddick. Reflect on how the sport has transformed since 2008 and 2012, reshaping not only Olympic-level gymnastics but also influencing college and club levels. Nick, with his extensive experience consulting with Olympic athletes and teams, shares his perspecti…

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Unlock the secrets of collegiate gymnastics excellence with Brett Nelligan, head coach of Maryland Gymnastics. Brett returns to share his wealth of knowledge on building a winning team culture, holistic athlete development, and savvy recruitment strategies for aspiring college gymnasts. Learn how elite and Olympic-level athletes are transforming th…

What happens when outdated coaching methods clash with modern standards? Join us for a deep dive into the evolving landscape of gymnastics culture, where personal development, happiness, and effective coaching are taking the forefront. Reflecting on the significant strides made over the past decade, we expose the remnants of abusive practices from …

Beam Queen Boot Camp - https://www.beamqueen.com/ What does it take to prepare for the Olympic trials and then step into the role of NBC's primetime commentator for the Paris Olympics? Hear it straight from the incredible Sam Peszek, as she shares her journey, insights, and the whirlwind of emotions that come with such a high-stakes year. Sam discu…

Ever wondered why your flexibility isn't improving no matter how much you stretch? Discover the secrets behind effective flexibility training that can transform your gymnastics performance. Join us in this episode of the Shift Show, where we unveil a comprehensive guide to boost your flexibility, from targeted screenings to identify muscle tightnes…

Join us for a fascinating conversation with the dynamic John Roethlisberger as he shares his incredible journey from competing on the world stage to shaping the future of young gymnasts at Flip Fest summer camp. Learn how John and his Olympic teammate John McCready turned a small boys' camp into a premier destination for gymnastics and cheerleading…

What if you could revolutionize your gymnastics training with a blend of modern and traditional techniques? Join us on this episode of The Shift Show as we uncover the secret sauce of gymnastics strength and conditioning. We promise to transform your approach to training with an innovative hybrid model that combines cross-training and bodyweight ex…

Brett Wargo brings his vast experience, offering invaluable insights on everything from perfecting techniques and drills to navigating the complex college recruiting process. Learn practical strategies to maximize off-season training without being overwhelmed by the resources available. We also delve into Brett's transition to creating the "Best Da…

25% off all SHIFT Courses and books using promo code "summer25" here! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ Unlock the secrets to your best gymnastics off season with Nick Ruddock, our esteemed guest, whose deep dive into training strategies promises to shift your perspective. Coaches and athletes alike will find treasure in our conversation, w…

Rebecca's Mental Block Book - https://completeperformancecoaching.com/book Have you ever watched a young gymnast freeze in fear, unable to leap into their next routine? Rebecca Smith, author of "Parenting Through Mental Blocks," joins us to unravel the mysteries of these daunting mental hurdles. Together, we dissect the biological underpinnings and…

Use "BF23" for 30% off all SHIFT Courses this week! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ Ever felt tangled in the web of a toxic gym environment? We've been there too! We're your hosts, Dave and Eva, and this episode is the survival guide you've been waiting for. We dissect the murky waters of gym gossip, touchy conversations, and hostile gym …

Check out Dave Tilley's brand new book, The Gymnastics Culture Cure, below! www.shiftmovementscience.com/gcc Imagine stepping into a gymnastics gym where every individual - from the coaches to the parents, medical staff, and support team - is fully engaged, thriving, and performing at their best. That's the kind of environment we're exploring in th…

Check out Dave Tilley's brand new book The Gymnastics Culture Cure below! www.shiftmovementscience.com/gcc Ready to unpack the core dynamics of gymnastics culture? Prepare to embark on a journey where we will dissect the intricate relationship between athletes, coaches, and parents. We will take a deep dive into the necessity of a solid foundation …

Check out Dave Tilley's brand new Gymnastics Culture Cure book below! www.shiftmovementscience.com/gcc Have you ever noticed the "say-do gap" in your gym environment? Ever wondered how bridging this gap could create a culture of trust and high performance? Our latest episode dives into the heart of gym culture, highlighting the importance of person…

Check out Dave Tilley's new book, The Gymnastics Culture Cure, below! www.shiftmovementscience.com/gcc Dealing with fear, stress, and negative emotions is a part of life, but how you handle it can make all the difference. We reveal some invaluable tools, from coping mechanisms to professional help, that can help you navigate through life's choppy w…

Check out Dr. Dave Tilley's new book, The Gymnastics Culture Cure, below! www.shiftmovementscience.com/gcc Ever feel like you're spinning your wheels in your coaching journey, not quite sure where your insecurities stem from or how to overcome them? Join me, Dave Tilley, as we take a deep, introspective look at ourselves to drive positive change in…

Today is SHIFT's 10 Year Anniversary. In October 2013, I wrote a blog post about hip flexor stiffness in gymnasts. 10 years later, SHIFT has grown into an international company and brand I feel has helped a lot of people. I sat down with my best friend Eva Shute for 3 hours to reflect back on the 10 years with the biggest lessons we've learned. Dow…

We're thrilled to be just days away from the highly anticipated 2023 Shift Symposium. Over three days, we'll be hosting an array of outstanding speakers who will cover gymnastics techniques, drills, progressions, medical care, strength and conditioning, and much more. While live tickets may no longer be available by the time this episode airs, ther…

This week's mini-podcast episode is a sneak peek of one of last year's Shift Symposium guest lectures, Front Handspring Vaults. Presented by Victoria Cunningham who owns Flight Athletics Academy in Tennessee. Coach Victoria gained recognition through her YouTube channel and where she presented her knowledge to the gymnastics community. If you want …

Today on the podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Adam Paterson, Head of Performance at Portsmouth Gymnastics Centre in the UK and MAG Lead England Coach. As an accomplished MAG Coach, MAG International brevet judge, and personal coach to members of the GBR Development squad, Scotland, and England Senior squads, Adam shared his valuable ins…

This week's mini-podcast episode is a sneak peek of one of last year's Shift Symposium guest lectures, Energy System Development for Gymnastics. Planning and executing conditioning programs. Presented by Dave Dave Alberanas, the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at Alabama University for Gymnastics and Golf. If you want to hear the rest of …

In today's podcast, we are joined by Dr. David Kruse, the USA Gymnastics Medical Director & Team Physician, who is dedicated to promoting athlete wellness and health in the sport. David has 15+ years of domestic and international event coverage experience, including the Rio and Tokyo Summer Olympic Games. Today Dr. Kruse will be sharing his experti…

This week's mini-podcast episode is a sneak peek of one of last year's Shift Symposium guest lectures, Twisting Development. Presented by Nick Ruddock, Former British Junior National Coach, Nick is now a high-performance consultant who has worked with over 22 nations around the world from club all the way up to the Olympic level. If you want to hea…

Today on The Shift Show I am joined by the esteemed Pete Etherington, an expert in the art of vaulting. Vaulting is often considered a challenging discipline, with numerous factors to consider for athletes and coaches alike. Pete shares his invaluable insights on mastering the fundamentals, conquering fear, and progressing safely in the world of va…

This week's mini-podcast episode is a sneak peek of one of last year's Shift Symposium guest lectures, Low Back Pain In The Gymnasts. Presented by Dr Ellen Casey who is the Sports Medicine Physician for the US Gymnastic Women’s Senior National Team. If you want to hear the rest of this lecture you can access it on the Shift website: https://shiftmo…

In today's podcast, we are thrilled to have Will Banthorpe, an exceptional coach from the UK specializing in Men's Artistic Gymnastics. Will is Head of MAG at Pipers Vale Gymnastics Club, GBR with 23 years of coaching experience. He is coach to several international gymnasts, coaching at multiple European and World Championships. Today he shares hi…

This week's mini-podcast episode is a sneak peek of one of last year's Shift Symposium guest lectures, Sport Science, Meaningful Ways to use Data in Gymnastics. Presented by Jonah Mondloch BSC, CSCS, C-PS Sports Science Coordinator & Strength and Conditioning Coach at Champion Physical Therapy in Boston. If you want to hear the rest of this lecture…

Artistry and choreography are key components in creating a successful floor routine for a gymnast. In this episode of The Shift Show, I have a wonderful conversation with Chloé van Bavel, a renowned Dutch choreographer and artistry expert in the gymnastics world, about her insights and experiences in creating floor routines that are both technicall…

This week's mini-podcast episode is a sneak peek of one of last year's Shift Symposium guest lectures, Bar Releases Bails and Paks. Presented by Brett Wargo Owner and Co-Founder of Best Darn Gymnastics, Team Coach at Ascend Gymnastics, and Tumbl Trak Product Innovator/Designer. If you want to hear the rest of this lecture you can access it on the S…

In this informative podcast episode, Mike Scaduto DPT, TPI, C-PS, a physical therapist specializing in shoulder treatment, joins the discussion to shed light on common shoulder injuries in gymnasts and baseball players. Mike is a former 14-year competitive baseball player and currently is working towards his goal of playing competitive golf at the …

This week's mini-podcast episode is a sneak peek of one of last year's Shift Symposium guest lectures, Principles of Dynamic Stabilization of the Shoulder. Presented by Mike Reinold DPT, ATC, SCS, OCS, CSCS Co-Founder of Champion Physical Therapy and Performance. Mike is a physical therapist, athletic trainer, strength and conditioning coach, and p…

Today on the podcast I want to address a question I often get: How can I improve my splits and leaps? Well, I've got an awesome lecture from our popular Hero Lab that's perfect for summarizing this topic. In this lecture, I'll share tips on improving your flexibility for splits, leaps, and bars. It's packed with practical advice that you don't want…

This week's mini-podcast episode is a sneak peek of one of last year's Shift Symposium guest lectures, Upper Body Strength and Power Development. Presented by Dan Lonsdale ASCC, Gymnastics Strength and Conditioning Consultant from England. Dan works with a breadth of clubs around the UK to help get the most out of athletes' performance. If you want…

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 …

This week's mini-podcast episode is a sneak peek of one of last year's Shift Symposium guest lectures, Ring Swings Get Inverted! Presented by Pat Redfern a Men's Artistic Gymnastics coach from Australia. Pat has a wonderful approach to working with young male gymnasts to help develop long-term careers which has led him to travel the globe to furthe…

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 …

This week's mini-podcast episode is a sneak peek of one of last year's Shift Symposium guest lectures, Advanced Strength and Conditioning Following Injury. Presented by Dan Pope, PT DPT, OCS, Performance Physical Therapist at Champion Physical Therapy and Performance in Boston. Dan’s passion is helping people get out of pain and back to training sa…

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 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 plate in…

This week's mini-podcast episode is a sneak peek of one of last year's Shift Symposium guest lectures, Plyometrics For Gymnastics. Presented by my friend and co-worker from Champion Physical Therapy and Performance Diwesh Poudyal. Head of Strength and Conditioning and Director of Fitness, programming for NCAA, Elite and gymnast that just want to ha…

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 Olympic Games. From being an Oly…

This week's mini-podcast episode is a sneak peek of one of last year's Shift Symposium guest lectures, Developing and Maintaining Yurchenkos and Tsuks. Presented by Cale Robinson former NCAA athlete and owner of Pacific Regin Gymnastics. His passion is helping each athlete reach their own individual potential. If you want to hear the rest of this l…

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 at the Olympics, no…

This week's mini-podcast episode is a sneak peek of one of last year's Shift Symposium guest lectures, Hip Microinstability and Labral Injuries in Gymnasts. Presented by Dr Kaysha Bates BT, DPT, SCS, CSCS, Physical Therapist and former Collegiate gymnast. Kaysha has unfortunately had a lot of hip injuries herself as a result of outdated flexibility…

Lower back pain is a common issue that many gymnasts and cheerleaders face. In this episode, I’m joined by sports physical therapist Shelley Anderson, DPT, SCS, CSCS, Assistant Director of Therapy at Godspeed Health to discuss the main reasons for back pain in these athletes and how to help them overcome it. Shelley specializes in the treatment of …

This week's mini-podcast episode is a sneak peek of one of last year's Shift Symposium guest lectures, Core Strength and Shaping. Presented by Christina Myers, MS, CSCS a gymnastics and strength and conditioning coach who works with Excel groups. Christina has a Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine and Nutrition and a Masters in Applied Exercise …

Today in the podcast, I'm very excited to bring on Tom Callow, who is another wonderful strength coach working in Australia. Tom has a ton of experience, helping gymnasts learn how to lift, helping them get stronger and more powerful, and working on their sprinting speed. Originally from the UK, he has had various S&C roles with Bristol Academy of …