I coach a very potentially talented 6 year old. She has only been in pre-team since July 2009. She is very strong, tight, lacks a bit in the flexibility area, but all around, a good gymnast.
My big issue with her is that she rushes, through EVERYTHING. I have tried so many things...talking to her, walking through routines and skills SLOWLY with her, having her mentally picture things before actually trying them - but she just seems to rush, rush, rush..which makes her sloppy. We have her first mock competition coming up, and I told her.. if she goes slow and focuses, she will be able to show off her BEST gymnastics.
I really want her to improve and do well at competition, because I think she can.
Anybody ever had a similar issue? Any suggestions or tips? I know you don't know this specific athlete, but I guess any feedback at all would probably be beneficial..
My big issue with her is that she rushes, through EVERYTHING. I have tried so many things...talking to her, walking through routines and skills SLOWLY with her, having her mentally picture things before actually trying them - but she just seems to rush, rush, rush..which makes her sloppy. We have her first mock competition coming up, and I told her.. if she goes slow and focuses, she will be able to show off her BEST gymnastics.
I really want her to improve and do well at competition, because I think she can.
Anybody ever had a similar issue? Any suggestions or tips? I know you don't know this specific athlete, but I guess any feedback at all would probably be beneficial..