I’m Rebecca Smith, your podcast host, and High Performance Coach. I’m Director of Complete Performance Coaching and founder of The #PerformHappy Community.Maybe you’re a gymnast with a fear of going backwards. A swimmer who can’t seem to go any faster. Or a parent who is clueless about how to help your child succeed. You might be stepping up to tougher competition and looking to raise your game. Whether you're struggling with a mental block, or you just had the best season of your life, this ...
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Wealth management is at a critical inflection point. Changing demographics are hitting up against under-representation by women and people of color. We believe the industry can do better, and that it’s ready to. If you’re a woman in wealth management, this podcast is for you. In this podcast, you'll hear the stories of women who are slaying it, doing things differently, and bringing new energy to their work. The powerhouse women are proof that YOU can achieve your ambitions, and that we are ...
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Navigating Life's Curveballs with NCAA Gymnast and Rocket Scientist Sam Cerio
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On today’s episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I have the privilege of talking with Sam Cerio, a former Auburn gymnast who’s not only a top-tier athlete but also a rocket scientist. Sam shares her inspiring story, including how she navigated a devastating, career-ending injury on the world stage and the journey that led her to walk down the aisle …
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Learning how to "Never Give Up" with NCAA D1 Gymnast Sage Thompson
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On today's episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I sit down with NCAA gymnastics star Sage Thompson from Oregon State. Sage's story is one of resilience and determination, embodying the "never give up" mindset that so many young athletes strive for. Throughout her career, Sage has faced significant challenges, but she's pushed through with the suppo…
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Mental Toughness: A Conversation with Dr. Ellen Reed
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Is mental toughness the same as confidence? What’s the relationship between visualization, confidence and top performance? Find out in this episode featuring Dr. Ellen Reed interviewed by Kick It Open host Shelby Nicholl. Dr. Reed shares her experiences working with Dr. Jason Selk and how her background in psychology and professional dancing came t…
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What it's Like to Be an Olympian with Gymnast Daniel Purvis
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I’m thrilled to announce today’s special PerformHappy podcast episode, featuring none other than the incredible Daniel Purvis! If you’re a gymnastics fan, you’re in for a treat because it’s Olympics week, and we’re diving deep into the journey of this Scottish former international elite gymnast, Olympian, and three-time British all-around champion.…
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Gymnastics in the Social Media Era with Whitney Bjerken
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In the latest episode of the PerformHappy podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Whitney Bjerken, a name many of you might recognize from her impressive gymnastics journey shared on YouTube. Whitney's channel, boasting over 1.5 million subscribers, has been a window into her life as a level 10 gymnast, offering a unique perspective on the int…
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The Evolution of Gymnastics with Olympian Aagje Vanwalleghem
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On today's PerformHappy podcast episode, I'm thrilled to have Olympian Aagje Vanwalleghem join us. Not only is she an amazing athlete, but she's also a dedicated gymnastics mom and a passionate advocate for positive change in the sport of gymnastics. Our conversation left me feeling hopeful about the future of gymnastics, and I'm excited to share h…
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Overcoming Perfectionism with Dr. Ellen Reed
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On today's podcast, I'm thrilled to interview Dr. Ellen Reed, a former professional dancer, performance coach, and fellow recovering perfectionist. If you're struggling with perfectionism, this episode is a must-listen. Dr. Reed shares practical mental strategies to help you shift from perfectionism to optimism, making you happier and more successf…
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Using Mental Skills to #PerformHappy in Elite and Collegiate Gymnastics with Ana Padarariu
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In the latest episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing UCLA and Canadian Elite Gymnast Ana Padarariu the 2018 World Championships silver medalist on balance beam. Ana has faced her fair share of injuries, and obstacles that have interrupted her Olympic dream. However, her story is incredibly inspiring. Despite the set…
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What Really Matters in Sport with Performance Coach Brandi Smith
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On today's episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I have the pleasure of interviewing Brandi Smith, the founder of Perfect 10.0 Physical Therapy and Performance Training. Perfect 10.0 is an all-inclusive program dedicated to injury care and sport-specific strength, conditioning, and performance. It’s designed to not only return athletes to their spor…
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Australian Elite Gymnast Emma Nedov on her Comeback and the Road to Paris
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I'm excited to share today's PerformHappy podcast episode with you. This week, I had the pleasure of interviewing the incredible Australian elite gymnast, Emma Nedov. Emma initially retired from gymnastics in 2020, transitioning into life after the sport. However, less than a year ago, she decided to make a comeback and set her sights on competing …
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The Leader in You with Leadership Coach Sheila Bast
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Wondering how to embody leadership? It's way beyond a title. In this episode of the Kick It Open podcast, host Shelby Nicholl is joined by Sheila Bast, a leadership coach from the Cohen Leadership Group. Sheila shares her journey in financial services and her passion for leadership development. They delve deep into the essence of leadership as a wa…
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Winning with Joy with Champion Culture Coach Becky Beaulieu
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Join us as we chat with Becky Beaulieu, Champion Culture Coach, former licensed psychologist, and NCAA head coach. Becky shares her unique insights on raising team standards without increasing pressure, fostering a joyful and successful team environment. With a wealth of experience coaching top teams and mentoring athletes, Becky’s practical tips a…
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Finding Gratitude after Loss with Michigan State Gymnast Sage Kellerman
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Today on PerformHappy, join me in an uplifting conversation with Sage Kellerman, a remarkable gymnast from Michigan State University. Beyond her perfect 10 on vault, Sage shares her journey of resilience and gratitude in the face of adversity, including the loss of her father. From navigating grief to battling impostor syndrome, Sage's story is one…
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Preventing Bullying in Youth Sports with Jaime Hamilton
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On today’s PerformHappy Podcast episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Professor Jaime Hamilton, a communication expert and fierce advocate for bullying awareness. Jaime founded The Comm Experts to bridge the gap between higher education and real-world contexts, focusing on bullying prevention and awareness. With over 20 years of teaching experience, she…
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Be a Great Negotiator with Kathryn Valentine
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This episode starts with host Shelby Nicholl reading a text from a friend who reminded her that negotiation is a key skill for women in the workplace...and one that is often looked at with anxiety. Yet, as guest Kathryn Valentine proves, we women are amazing negotiators! Here's the text message that sets this episode into motion: "Before I had Elin…
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Staying in Love with your Sport (Even through Recruiting) with D1 Collegiate Gymnast Kaitlyn Donovan
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Today's podcast features Kaitlyn Donovan, captain of the Illinois State gymnastics team. Kaitlyn shares her journey through injuries, the rigorous recruiting process, and how she keeps her passion for gymnastics alive. In this episode, Kaitlyn offers invaluable tips on recruiting and mental skills. Her insights, drawn from over 20 years of experien…
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Using the Brain-Body Connection to Optimize Performance with Yuka Sugiura
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Welcome to the latest episode of PerformHappy! Today, we're thrilled to bring you an enlightening conversation with neural performance coach Yuka Sugiura. Join us as we explore how Yuka's expertise can revolutionize your approach to performance. In this episode, Yuka shares her insights on leveraging the brain-body connection to optimize performanc…
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Dial Up Empathy to Compassion: Serving Modern Widows with Advisor Megan Kopka
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Everyone can benefit from this important episode on widowhood and how the wealth management industry can rise to better serve the financial planning needs of today's modern widows. BTW - the average age of widowhood is just 59 and 80% of women aged 80+ are widows. If you're a woman, a woman advisor, an advisor serving women or just have women in yo…
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Mental Blocks: What Parents and Coaches Need To Know with Dr Dave Tilley
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In this week's episode of the PerformHappy podcast, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with one of my favorite gymnastics experts, Dr Dave Tilley from Shift Movement Science. Our discussion centered around a topic close to the hearts of many parents and coaches: mental blocks in young athletes. We delved into the nuances of supporting you…
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Coaching From Your Heart with Olympic Coach Baz Collie
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In the newest episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, we sat down with Baz Collie, the senior coach of the British men's gymnastics national team, to uncover his unique coaching approach. Collie's philosophy revolves around building relationships and fostering belief in athletes at all levels. He stresses the importance of adapting to individual needs…
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Setting Kids Up for Collegiate Success with Gymnastics Coach Karen Medellin
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This week on the PerformHappy Podcast we chat with Karen Medellin, former elite gymnast and current coach and owner of 360 Elite Gymnastics. about setting kids up for collegiate success while ensuring their happiness and well-being. Karen shares insights from her journey and coaching philosophy, offering unique insights into managing competitive pr…
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Preventing Injuries and Building Strength in Young Gymnasts with Dr. Jenny Borda PT, DPT
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In today’s episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, we explore the essentials of injury prevention and strength building in young gymnasts with Dr. Jenny Borda, PT, DPT. She offers expert insights on strength training, flexibility, and technique to ensure athlete longevity. We also cover the importance of mental resilience, stress management, and open …
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Executive Presence: It’s Your Story to Tell
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Are you making critical mistakes that are lessening your executive presence, short-changing your personal success and critical impact? In this episode, friends and former colleagues Shelby Nicholl and Jackie Knolhoff discuss a Forbes article by Terina Allen titled “Executive Presence: 8 Warnings Signs That You Don’t Have It.” You'll be entertained …
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The Secret to Consistency Under Pressure with OU Gymnastics Senior Audrey Davis
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I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Audrey Davis, a standout senior from the championship-winning Oklahoma University gymnastics team. Discover how Audrey maintains peak performance under intense pressure and learn the secrets behind her consistency and joy in the sport. With two NCAA national titles under her belt and a third in sigh…
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Gymnastics in a New Era with Coach Jessie McDonough
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Today's episode is all about embracing change in the world of gymnastics, and I'm thrilled to introduce our guest, Jessica McDonough, better known as Coach Jessie from Olympus Gymnastic Club. A former Utah NCAA gymnast, Coach Jessie brings a fresh perspective to the sport. At Olympus, she's been instrumental in reshaping the gym culture, moving awa…
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Money Stories Bonus: The Personal Side of Money Management
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As we gathered around the microphone, Stephanie McCarthy, and I, Shelby Nicholl, couldn't help but reminisce about the piggy banks and lawn-mowing gigs of our past. Our bonus episode of Kick it Open turns into an intimate affair, as we exchange tales of our financial roots, revealing the impact of our early money memories on the fiscal philosophies…
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Building Unshakeable Self-Belief with Elite Cheerleader Hailey D’Lynn Smith
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In this episode, we dive into the remarkable journey of Hailey D’Lynn Smith, who went from an energetic gymnastics beginner to a celebrated cheerleader, clinching the title of 2021 Texas Cheerleader of the Year. Starting gymnastics at two, Hailey transitioned to cheerleading despite injuries and no prior experience in the sport, showcasing her shee…
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Melissa Reaktenwalt Uncovers Money Stories and Creates a Hyper Growth Practice
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Melissa Reakenwalt has created a financial planning practice that represents a future for the industry and especially for the chronically underserved women clients. Her practice is in a hyper-growth mode AND she’s building that through emotion-based conversations about money and wealth. As she often says, “Women can do money. We can make it. We can…
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Muriel Siebert (first woman member of the NYSE ) said, "When a door is hard to open and nothing else works, sometimes you just have to rear back and kick it open.” After decades of sluggish progress, it’s time for us to kick the door open on women’s success. If you're a woman in wealth management (or any male-dominated industry), this podcast is fo…
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Less than a quarter of all financial advisors or wealth planners are women. And, less than a quarter of senior leaders within the broker-dealers, RIAs, custodians and asset managers are women. Those of us in the industry need to stick together, share our wisdom and accelerate growth. Muriel Siebert, the first woman member of the NYSE, said "When a …
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Building Flexibility the Right Way with Shelby McNamara
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In our latest episode of the PerformHappy podcast, we sit down with Shelby McNamara a former American rhythmic gymnast on the USA National Team and the founder of FlexAbilities, a flexibility training program for dancers, figure skaters, and gymnasts. Her flexibility training program combines flexibility, strength, and ballet technique. Shelby's st…
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Positive Coaching at the Highest Level of Gymnastics with Cleo Washington
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Today’s episode I'm thrilled to share with you a captivating gymnastics coaching journey, featuring none other than the remarkable Cleo Washington. I Cleo shares her experiences and expertise gained over 20 years in the gymnastics coaching world, where she has coached World Champion Morgan Hurd, national team member Kaliya Lincoln, and the promisin…
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Dealing with Pressure with Olympic Gymnast Sam Oldham
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In today's PerformHappy podcast, join me in a conversation with Sam Oldham, a key member of the 2012 bronze medal-winning Great Britain Men's Gymnastics Team. Now a gymnastics coach and a new dad, Sam opens up about the intense pressure of chasing an Olympic dream, discussing the weight of expectations, imposter syndrome, and the emotional challeng…
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Helping Keep Kids in Sports with D1 Gymnast Kirsten Medeiros
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Today on the Perform Happy Podcast join me for an inspiring chat with Kirsten Medeiros, a former D1 gymnast, coach, and dedicated mom. She's the force behind a nonprofit ensuring every child, regardless of financial challenges, can pursue their sports dreams. Kirsten shares wisdom from her gymnastics journey, discussing discipline, empathy, and val…
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Coaching Happy Olympians with Canadian National Team Coach David Kikuchi
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In today's episode of the PerformHappy podcast, I am thrilled to bring you an exclusive interview with the remarkable Canadian National Team Coach, David Kikuchi. A two-time Olympian himself and the guiding force behind Ellie Black's journey to three Olympics, Kikuchi is widely recognized as the "Lord of the Rings" and "The King of Consistency." Jo…
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Raising Confident Humans - A Conversation with Gymnastics Coach Peterson Pierre
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In today's PerformHappy Podcast episode, we take a different approach in anticipation of the upcoming release of my book, "Parenting Through Mental Blocks." Rather than hosting, I had the privilege of being the interviewee, engaging in a focused conversation with gymnastics coach Peterson Pierre on his podcast, Heated Conversations. With over a dec…
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Dreaming Big with Olympian Danusia Francis-Reed
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Welcome back to another episode of PerformHappy! Today, I am thrilled to introduce you to an extraordinary individual whose journey embodies the essence of dreaming big and achieving even bigger. In this episode, I have the honor of sitting down with none other than Danusia Francis-Reed – an Olympian whose remarkable story will undoubtedly inspire …
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Overcoming Mental Blocks with Dave Diggle
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In today’s new episode of the PerformHappy podcast, we'll be delving into the world of mental performance with none other than the incredible Dave Diggle. Dave, an international gymnast turned mental performance coach, specializes in working with high-stakes sports athletes, helping them conquer their fears and overcome mental blocks. In this episo…
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Learning from Successes and Setbacks with Elite Gymnast Denelle Pedrick
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In today's episode, I'm thrilled to bring you an insightful conversation with the exceptionally talented Canadian elite gymnast and national team member, Denelle Pedrick. This episode is packed with valuable lessons from both the highs and lows of her gymnastics journey. In the competitive world of gymnastics, setbacks are inevitable, but Denelle's…
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Finding your Fire With Elite Gymnast Sophia Campana
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Today, we've got a special treat for you as we dive into the world of passion, determination, and resilience with none other than elite gymnast Sophia Campana. In this episode, Sophia shares incredible stories from her journey as she pursued her dream of becoming an Italian national team member, all while being a girl from Colorado. It's a tale of …
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Culture Practices That Keep Kids in Sports Longer with Coach Vahid and Coach John-Mark from Unify Athletics
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If you're intrigued by Coach Vahid and Coach John-Mark's coaching journey and the secrets behind gymnastics success, don't miss my conversation with the incredible mentor Coach Jackie (Jaclyn Riemer), which you can find here: https://youtu.be/K-4X7JLVs2U?si=iDHr4lyVRYgGe82N Welcome back to another exciting episode of PerformHappy Podcast! Today, I'…
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How to Have the Best Competition Season Ever
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In today's podcast episode, we're diving deep into the secrets of making this your best competition season ever. I’m thrilled to share some insights that can truly elevate your game and mindset. What Sets Elite Athletes Apart? Ever wondered what separates elite athletes from Olympic medalists? I'll be unraveling the key elements that make the diffe…
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Avoiding Burnout with NCAA star, Elite gymnast and Mental Coach Briley Casanova
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In today's episode, we are thrilled to have a very special guest, Briley Casanova, a former two-time USA Gymnastics National Team member and the esteemed team captain of the University of Michigan Gymnastics. Briley's unique journey, from elite gymnast to mental coach, has equipped her with unparalleled insights into the challenges young athletes f…
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Making Gymnastics a Better Place with Jaclyn Riemer
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Welcome to a special episode of the PerformHappy Podcast! Today, I'm joined by the incredible Jacqueline Raymer, aka Gym Coach Jackie. Jaclyn is not only a coach with a fantastic sense of humor but also an inspiring adult gymnast reshaping the world of gymnastics. We dive into her journey, exploring her transition from coaching to re-entering compe…
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Keeping Kids Safe in the Sport of Gymnastics with Lisa Mitzel
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In today's episode, we're honored to host Lisa Mitzel, a former elite gymnast, four-time NCAA champion, and esteemed mental performance coach. Our conversation revolves around the critical theme of ensuring the safety of young gymnasts in this demanding sport, coupled with a deep dive into the complexities of mental performance. Lisa's journey in g…
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Performing Under Pressure with Retired Fighter Pilot Tammy Barlette
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Welcome to another empowering episode of the PerformHappy Podcast! Today, I have the privilege of sitting down with the remarkable Tammy Barlette, a retired fighter pilot whose journey takes us from the skies to the gymnastics arena. Tammy not only brings her extensive experience as a fighter pilot but also her role as a former gymnast and a dedica…
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Coming Back Stronger After an Injury with Dr. Carl Bescoby
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Welcome back to another empowering episode of the PerformHappy podcast! In today's installment, we dive into the realm of mental resilience, confidence, and growth after overcoming significant setbacks in sports and life. I'm thrilled to have the esteemed Dr. Carl Bescoby, PhD, MSc, BSc, CPsychol, HCPC, a seasoned psychologist with over 10 years of…
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Raising Mentally Healthy Kids with Olympic Coach Cassie Rice
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In our latest PerformHappy Podcast episode, I sit down with the illustrious gymnastics coach, Cassie Rice. Renowned for coaching Olympians and earning multiple Coach of the Year accolades, Cassie shares her insights on cultivating mentally healthy gymnasts. This episode is a goldmine of practical tips for coaches seeking to create a positive traini…
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Helping Kids Navigate the Pressure of Upcoming Competitions with the Help of one of Dr. Becky's Parenting Strategies
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In today's episode of the PerformHappy podcast, we delve into the world of youth sports, a realm rife with pressure, competition, and the looming specter of disappointment. As parents, we're acutely aware of the unique challenges our young athletes, particularly gymnasts, face during this demanding season. Drawing inspiration from the pioneering wo…
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Interview with Megan Ray - Learning to Trust Yourself
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In this captivating podcast episode, I sit down with Megan Ray, a remarkable third-year Division One gymnast at UC Davis. Megan's story offers a refreshing perspective on the lives of elite athletes. She candidly shares her experiences with insecurity, reminding us that even the best athletes face moments of self-doubt. Megan's journey is a testame…
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