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Parents Lingering mental block
Hello, I want to start by saying - yes there is always hope. Many Olympic and National gymnasts have experienced mental blocks which have stopped them from competing or levelling up, and they have still gone on to achieve incredible things. It might be helpful to find one or two gymnasts who...- Rhiannon MGA
- Post #6
- Forum: Gym Parent Forum
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Parents Mental Blocks
Hello, Mental gymnastics coach here - I am so sorry to hear your daughter is going through this - I know how frustrating this can be. One of the frequent underlying issues that stops gymnasts from doing skills they are physically able to is a loss of confidence or trust in themselves. Based...- Rhiannon MGA
- Post #3
- Forum: Gym Parent Forum
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Parents Not letting daughter compete upcoming meet?
Hello! It can be so difficult to manage other people's opinions, especially in the sport of gymnastics, where you are being judged for every pointed toe or wobble. I think it would be best to get your gymnast some mental coaching, to give her the tools to overcome comparison and negative self...- Rhiannon MGA
- Post #4
- Forum: Gym Parent Forum
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Parents Daughter having a hard time with constructive feedback
Hello! It would be a good idea to explore with her, why she gets upset when her coach gives her feedback. Usually when people get feedback that upsets them, it is because of an underlying belief. Ie the feedback means 'I'm not doing good'. Or 'I am a bad gymnast'. If you can help her identify...- Rhiannon MGA
- Post #11
- Forum: Gym Parent Forum
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Parents Realistic expectations
Hello! This is such a tricky one. I think you should definitely encourage her to keep dreaming big! You never know what could happen, maybe one day she will achieve them. That being said - goals are a great way to help her focus on what really matters (her efforts levels, her mindset, and her...- Rhiannon MGA
- Post #5
- Forum: Gym Parent Forum
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Parents At home training help age 8
Hello! This sounds a bit stressful. It sounds like you may need some clearer guidance on the coaches expectations. Telling the gymnasts they won't compete if they're not up to scratch can put a lot of pressure one them, especially at such a young age. To help your gymnast with this pressure...- Rhiannon MGA
- Post #4
- Forum: Gym Parent Forum
