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This episode is with a guest who specializes helping people recover from injuries to get them back to peak performance. Dr Lauryn Ginsburg is a physical therapist, CrossFitter, Gymnast, and Olympic weightlifter.

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Interview Date: June 29th, 2025Episode Summary:Menina welcomes actor–dancer Rachele Brooke Smith for a candid ride from fearful gymnast to leading roles in Center Stage: Turn It Up, Bring It On, Iron Man 2, and a new superhero film. Rachele unpacks visualization, journaling, and “do the brave thing” as career fuel; navigating post-win lows; rehabbing injuries with PT, anti-inflammatory nutrition, rest, and affirmations; and how versatility (breakdance, pointe, martial arts, stunts) opened doors. They close on boundaries, kindness, and building a brand rooted in energy, gratitude, and courage.Shownotes:(2:09) — Guest intro: dancer, actor, speaker, 45+ credits(4:28) — Gymnastics struggles, anxiety, and harsh coaching(6:27) — Center Stage sparks life-changing visualization dream(8:59) — Six auditions, three months, wins lead role(10:55) — Post-success low; tools for mindset reset(17:59) — Major injury setback; healing through PT and rest(21:31) — Affirmations, nutrition, gratitude practices in recovery(1:20:21) — Transition from stiff gymnast to fluid dancer(1:24:48) — Martial arts, breakdance, stunts expand acting career(1:26:09) — Superhero film role; theme: even heroes need helpBiography:Award-Winning Actress & Film Producer | World-Renowned Dancer & Wellness Practitioner | Magnetic Inspirational Speaker Rachele Brooke Smith, star of Center Stage: Turn It Up, Bring It On: Fight to the Finish, Atomic Shark, Popstar and 45+ other films and TV shows—and her upcoming superhero film Legend of the White Dragon, premiering later this year—seamlessly bridges the worlds of entertainment and holistic well-being. An award-winning performer, sought-after speaker, and co-founder of Relationship Renegades, she merges decades of expertise in mind-body connection with cutting-edge biohacking practices to empower individuals to reclaim their vitality, magnetism, personal freedom, and creative expansion.  Her transformative workshop, Expression Therapy, combines dynamic movement, emotional release techniques, and neuroscience-backed tools to help attendees shatter self-limiting patterns, amplify confidence, and unlock their highest potential. Drawing from her journey as a Hollywood artist and wellness advocate, Rachele's methods blend artistic authenticity with actionable strategies for mental clarity, emotional resilience, and peak performance.  A trailblazer in experiential healing, Rachele has been featured at global wellness summits and on platforms like E! News and Access Hollywood. Join her to discover the liberating power of authentic expression—and biohack your way to a bold, unapologetic life.  Connect on Social Media:Website: www.RacheleBSmith.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rbrookesmith/ https://www.instagram.com/relationship.renegades/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rachelebrookesmith?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rachelebsmith

A Chad Gymnast Scores Top Marks For DeterminationThe wall behind her is pockmarked and worn. She's barefoot against a hard, cracked floor. And yet Achta Derib's pose in this photograph by Antonio López Díaz, a finalist in the professional sports category at the Sony world photography awards, suggests reserves of determination that will carry her across continents to perform at the highest levels of her sport.How to connect with AgileDad:- [website] https://www.agiledad.com/- [instagram] https://www.instagram.com/agile_coach/- [facebook] https://www.facebook.com/RealAgileDad/- [Linkedin] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehenson/

When a gymnast is underfueled, deciding whether they should practice can feel like a tough call. But is keeping them out of practice a punishment...or protection? In this episode, we dive into why it's sometimes the safest and only option for a gymnast to miss practice because of underfueling and what it means for safety, progress, and long-term health.When your gymnast isn't eating enough to support their training, it can be an incredibly difficult situation for both the parent and the coach. You want your athlete to succeed, but you also have to keep them safe.The reality that we really only have two options for gymnast who are chronically injured or behind in development—eat more or train less. And sometimes, eating more just isn't feasible when it comes to logistics, number of hours in the day and how just how much catch up a gymnast has to do. ✨ Ready to learn more? Tune in as we unpack what it really means when a gymnast should miss practice because of underfueling and how to approach this situation with both compassion and clarity.In this episode you'll hear about:Why ignoring underfueling has serious consequences for both performance and healthHow underfueling is actually a metabolic injury and needs to be addressed, just like any other injuryWhy missing practice is never a punishment—it's sometimes the only safe choice Links & Resources  Episode 164: Holding the Boundary Around Safety + Nutrition for your GymnastEpisode 158: Why is my gymnast not putting on muscle/getting stronger with how much she trains?The Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts Connect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.com

Is your Level 9/10 gymnast disciplined enough with nutrition to perform, recover, and reach their biggest goals?Every high-level gymnast knows that discipline is part of the sport. From perfecting routines to managing school and training, your Level 9/10 gymnast already works incredibly hard. But when it comes to nutrition, discipline often takes on the wrong meaning. In this episode, we're unpacking what gymnast disciplined nutrition truly looks like—and how many athletes are missing the mark without even realizing it.Too often, “discipline” around food turns into restriction, guilt, or fear of eating enough. Many gymnasts believe being disciplined means eating perfectly, cutting out “junk,” or following rigid food rules. But true gymnast disciplined nutrition is about consistency, balance, and fueling intentionally—not about being perfect.If your gymnast is striving for a college scholarship, trying to move up to elite, or simply wants to stay healthy and strong all season, they need more than willpower—they need a clear strategy. ✨ Ready to learn more? Tune in now to know what it really means for your gymnast to be disciplined with nutritionIn this episode you'll hear about:  The #1 priority with fueling a level 9/10 gymnastThe 5 nutrition foundations that most upper level gymnast need to work on...that may not always be the most "enjoyable"The importance of support and autonomy for your older gymnast Links & Resources  Episode 58: Why Sport Dietitians Nutritionists aren't the Food PoliceEpisode 167: Why Eating Healthy Isn't Enough for Gymnast Success (and What to Do Instead)The Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts Connect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.com

s your gymnast talking about quitting? If so, you're not alone. Many parents and coaches face this difficult situation of their gymnast saying she wants to quit. But whether it comes out of the blue or feels like the inevitable conclusion, I'd really challenge you to dig in and try and understand what could be making your gymnast feel this way. In this episode of The Gymnast Nutritionist® Podcast, we dive into the real reasons why gymnasts feel like giving up and whether nutrition can play a role in helping them push through.While nutrition can't fix every challenge, it can make a huge difference. Underfueling often leads to fatigue, poor recovery, stalled progress, and higher injury risk—all of which can make your gymnast say she wants to quit. But by addressing nutrition early, you give your gymnast the best chance to stay healthy, motivated, and confident in their sport.If your gymnast is on the verge of quitting, this episode is a MUST listen. Understanding how fueling is affecting her love of the sport could make all the difference. Getting help with nutrition now could be the key to keeping them strong, resilient, and enjoying gymnastics again.✨ Ready to learn more? Tune in now to Episode 172.In this episode you'll hear about:  The top reasons why gymnasts end up quittingHow underfueling makes every obstacle feel biggerWhy fueling right can change how your gymnast feels about the sport Links & Resources  Episode 113: The 5 Stages of Underfueling – Gymnast EditionEpisode 167: Why Eating Healthy Isn't Enough for Gymnast Success (and What to Do Instead)The Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts Connect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.com

From the gym floor to global conversations about equality, Sam Phillips is a gymnast, activist, and leader who's breaking barriers in sport.

Thinking about gymnast nutrition coaching but feeling hesitant? You're not alone. Many parents wrestle with the same fears before starting 1:1 coaching for their gymnast—and in this episode of The Gymnast Nutritionist Podcast, I'm unpacking the most common concerns and what you really need to know before making the investment. We're in the thick of Preseason and I know gymnast nutrition coaching is not at the top of the list for many families right now. Skills verification, putting together routines, recruiting commitments for my older gymnasts...there's a reason why our winter cohort is usually the biggest. It's because it's during competition season and it's usually at that point that parents are realizing their gymnast needs serious help with fueling. Nutrition coaching isn't always easy, but it's always worth it. And you'll never walk the journey alone—we'll support you every step of the way.✨ Ready to learn if gymnast nutrition coaching is right for your family? Tune in now to Episode 170.In this episode you'll learn:  Nutrition coaching is designed to fit into your busy schedule. You're already feeding your gymnast—we simply give you the strategy, intention, and direction to do it with confidence. How we meet you exactly where you're at. Forget kale-only diets and mom guilt. No matter what level, fueling well makes a difference. Even if she's considering quitting, proper nutrition supports her health, growth, and confidence.  Links & Resources  Episode 169: What we learned from our Gymnast Fueling AuditsEpisode 164: Holding the Boundary Around Safety + Nutrition for your GymnastThe Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts Connect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.comSign up here for our FINAL workshop of 2025-- The PreSeason Gymnast Nutrition Clinic

Send us a textLisa Carmen Wang was a 4-time USA National Champion gymnast and Olympic-level athlete who built her early identity around perfection, discipline, and winning.But today, she's flipped the script.Now an early-stage VC and author of The Bad Bitch Business Bible, Carmen shares her transformation from a “good girl” mindset to a bold, unapologetic investor rewriting the rules for women in finance and tech.In this episode, we talk about:- The toxic side of high performance- Visualization, identity work & healing- Launching the Bad Bitch Empire Fund- Why 99% of her LPs are first-time female investors- Health tech, fintech, and investing with purpose--- We'd like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Daniel Puder for joining us at the Family Office Club and contributing his time, wisdom, and energy to our athlete investor panels.Daniel is a former undefeated MMA fighter, WWE's $1M Tough Enough Champion, Deputy Sheriff, and Founder of MLMP. He currently serves as Co-Founder and President of MLMPI Prep Academy, Founder of My Life My Power, and Co-Founder of My Life My Brand. Beyond his impressive career, Daniel is an author, professional speaker, and passionate advocate for public education.His purpose-driven mission to inspire youth, empower communities, and equip law enforcement and educators with mentorship tools is deeply impactful. We are grateful to have had his leadership, insights, and authentic voice on stage at our summit.Thank you, Daniel, for helping make this event so meaningful.

When parents hear “fueling,” they often assume their gymnast is doing okay—but our recent gymnast fueling audits revealed a very different story.Here's what we found:2 out of 3 gymnasts had already fallen off their growth curve.Most were missing 25% or more of their daily nutrition needs.Many were already at moderate to high risk for RED-S, not because they were training 30 hours a week like elites—most averaging closer to 20 hours per week.And the scary part? A lot of these gymnasts already had serious injuries—stress fractures, overuse injuries, elbow pain requiring an OCD rule-out. These are not just “random bad luck” injuries. They're a direct reflection of inadequate fueling.Some of the families we worked with have followed us for years. A few were doing okay but still had blind spots. Others really needed more support than they realized—and would be better served by investing in a comprehensive program rather than piecing things together with every bootcamp, challenge, or workshop they see.I get it—sometimes it really isn't in the budget. But I'll also challenge you to look at where your money is going…because if your gymnast isn't getting the nutrition she needs, none of that will keep her healthy or performing at her best.In this episode, I'll walk you through exactly what we learned from our gymnast fueling audits—and how you can start identifying the red flags before your gymnast ends up injured, stuck, or sidelined.Because fueling is the foundation. Without it, nothing else matters. 

There's a lot in gymnastics that frustrates parents—but truthfully, much of it is out of your control. You can't control the judging. Or the coaching. You can't control every practice or every skill. So as a parent of a gymnast, what can you actually control? Gymnastics is a roller coaster of a ride. There are so many factors outside a parent's control along the way. But one thing I've learned in 6+ years of working with gymnastics parents…most wait too late.January is our biggest cohort of the year which is great but also frustrating because there are truly a few nutrition situations that improve within days to weeks. A lot of them take weeks + months (or even years) and waiting until the START of competition season might mean its too late for that particular season.But here's the good news: there are some powerful things you can control that directly impact your gymnast's health, performance, and longevity in the sport. If you're wondering what you actually have control over as a parent in this sport, this episode will help you redirect your energy to the things that matter most.✨I'm sharing three key areas that will make a huge difference this competition season: ✅ Making sure your gymnast is eating enough to grow, develop, heal, repair, and recover.✅ Teaching your gymnast how to fuel her body—understanding food's role in energy, performance plates, and smart snack choices.✅ Involving your gymnast in the process of food prep and planning so she's confident and capable when it comes to fueling herself. The key differences between “healthy” and “adequate” fueling for gymnastsLinks & Resources Episode 164: Holding the Boundary Around Safety + Nutrition for your GymnastEpisode 165: What to Do When Your Gymnast's Lunch Comes Home Uneaten?The Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts Connect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.com

This week on the PerformHappy Podcast, I had the privilege of chatting with international elite gymnast Céleste Mordenti, the first gymnast from Luxembourg to ever win a FIG World Cup medal.Céleste's journey hasn't been an easy one. As a young gymnast, she rose quickly through the ranks, representing Luxembourg at European and World Championships. But behind the medals and the spotlight, she battled the same struggles so many gymnasts face — fear, mental blocks, and the pressure to be perfect. At one point, she couldn't even bring herself to swing giants, a skill she'd done for years.In this episode, Céleste opens up about what it really takes to build lasting confidence. She shares how changing environments, learning to step back, and redefining progress helped her shift from panic and frustration to a place of trust in herself and joy in her sport again.What makes her story so powerful is that she proves confidence isn't something you're born with — it's something you can build, no matter how stuck or scared you feel.Whether you're a gymnast, parent, or coach, you'll find inspiration and practical takeaways in Céleste's story — from normalizing fear to celebrating small steps, and ultimately learning that setbacks are just part of the path to success.In this episode, Coach Rebecca and Céleste talk about:Competing on the international stage as a teenWhat it feels like to get stuck in the cycle of fear and mental blocksHow supportive coaching can completely shift an athlete's confidenceWhy taking a step back is actually the fastest way forward"Taking a step back isn't leaving the path to success — it is the path to success." – Céleste MordentiFollow Céleste on Instagram: @celestemordentiLearn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through Mental Blocks" Order your copy today: https://a.co/d/g990BurFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/complete_performance/ Join my FaceBook page: https://www.facebook.com/completeperformancecoaching/ Check out my website: https://completeperformancecoaching.com/Write to me! Email: rebecca@completeperformancecoaching.comReady to help your athlete overcome fears and mental blocks while gaining unstoppable confidence? Discover the transformative power of PerformHappy now. If your athlete is struggling or feeling left behind, it's time for a change. Are you ready? For more info and to sign up: PerformHappy.com

When it comes to gymnast nutrition, “healthy” and “adequate” are not the same thing. And confusing the two can keep your gymnast stuck in frustration, struggling with performance, and at higher risk of injury.So many parents tell me, “But Christina, my gymnast eats so healthy!” And while that's absolutely important, the real question is—is she eating enough?Here's the truth. A gymnast can eat the cleanest, most nutrient-dense diet in the world, but if it's not adequate—meaning enough total energy, protein, carbs, and fats—her body is still underfueled.And that underfueling leads to stalled progress, poor recovery, and increased injury risk (even when everything looks “healthy” on the plate). Gymnasts need adequacy to meet the high demands of training and competition so "healthy nutrition" doesn't automatically equal “performance nutrition.”  If your gymnast is serious about her goals, nutrition has to go beyond “healthy.” Adequate fueling is the foundation for strength, energy, growth, and keeping her body safe from injuries.  ✨ This episode is a must-listen if you've ever wondered why your gymnast is doing all the right things with her food but still seems tired, stuck, or sidelined by nagging injuries. You might have that "ah-ha" moment...In this episode you'll learn:  The key differences between “healthy” and “adequate” fueling for gymnasts Why just focusing on clean eating can actually backfire for gymnasts  Meeting energy needs is non-negotiable if your gymnast wants to stay strong, healthy, and progressing in the sport. Links & Resources Episode 64: Is your gymnast overtrained or underfueled?Episode 04: Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport and GymnasticsThe Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts Connect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.com

Rachel and her father share her gymnastics journey. She was a Level 10 for 5 years but injuries did not allow her to pursue becoming a college gymnasts. The story does not end there. Rachel is now heading to her dream school, UCLA! This is a very special girl who I know will be such an encouragement and strength to the team.

This week on the PerformHappy Podcast, I'm talking with Utah gymnast Avery Neff — a rising star whose journey proves that resilience, mindset, and belief in yourself can take you further than raw talent ever could.Avery wasn't always the clean, confident athlete you see competing on the NCAA stage today. She started as a “floppy” gymnast, throwing skills with no fear but little form. With the help of her coaches, her relentless drive to prove herself, and a mindset shaped by her fearless family, she turned those early struggles into the foundation of a championship career.In this episode, Avery shares how she developed her growth mindset, how she pushed through one of the toughest moments of her career — spraining both ankles her freshman year — and how she worked her way back when everyone thought her season was over. She also opens up about the importance of setting big goals, visualizing success, and finding joy in the process, even when fear or setbacks creep in.Whether you're an athlete learning to push through fear, a parent supporting a child through setbacks, or a coach looking to inspire your athletes, you'll walk away from this episode with powerful lessons on confidence, perseverance, and chasing big dreams.In this episode, Avery and Coach Rebecca talk about:Why resilience matters more than natural talentThe mindset that helped her recover from two sprained ankles in record timeWhy believing in yourself (and saying your goals out loud) changes everythingHow gymnastics taught her life lessons that will carry far beyond the gym"If you're not saying it, somebody else is — and somebody else is going to get it before you do." – Avery NeffLearn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through Mental Blocks" Order your copy today: https://a.co/d/g990BurFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/complete_performance/ Join my FaceBook page: https://www.facebook.com/completeperformancecoaching/ Check out my website: https://completeperformancecoaching.com/Write to me! Email: rebecca@completeperformancecoaching.comReady to help your athlete overcome fears and mental blocks while gaining unstoppable confidence? Discover the transformative power of PerformHappy now. If your athlete is struggling or feeling left behind, it's time for a change. Are you ready? For more info and to sign up: PerformHappy.com

A gymnast is speaking publicly about her decision to expose allegations of sexual abuse against her former coach. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

Your gymnast's lunchbox comes home full… and your heart drops.You know what's ahead—hours of intense training—and your gymnast skipping lunch just isn't an option. But between picky eating, short lunch breaks, and the chaos of the school day, it happens more often than we'd like to admit.Back-to-school season means jam-packed schedules, early mornings, homework piles, and rushing from the classroom to the gym. For most kids, missing a meal isn't ideal—but for gymnasts, it can be a game-changer in all the wrong ways. Their nutritional needs go far beyond those of the average, developing child. When your gymnast misses lunch, you're looking at more than just a grumpy attitude… you're risking low energy, poor focus, slower skill progress, increased injury risk, and even long-term growth and development issues.For our gymnasts it means making sure they have the right fuel to power through school and practice. In this episode, I'm diving into gymnast lunch strategies—why skipping lunch is not an option, and how to troubleshoot when your gymnast isn't eating at school.In this episode, hear more about:Why your gymnast's fueling plan has to be different than a typical child'sCommon reasons gymnasts don't eat their lunch at schoolHow fueling at school can impact season performance Links & Resources  Episode 110: Navigating school lunch nutrition for your gymnastWhy Your Gymnast Won't Reach their Off-Season GoalsThe Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts Connect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.com

This week on the PerformHappy Podcast, I'm talking to athletes and parents who are in the thick of it — setback after setback, injury after injury, and feeling like the dream is slipping away. If that's you, I want you to meet Arya and her mom, Sara.Arya spent years navigating injuries, mental blocks, and environments that didn't bring out her best. She battled fear of re-injury, lost skills, and even walked into the gym in tears some days. Through it all, she held onto her dream of competing college gymnastics.In this episode, you'll hear how Arya went from feeling stuck and unsupported to thriving in a new gym environment, regaining her skills, and finally achieving one of her biggest goals: competing at Eastern Nationals.Whether you're an athlete facing challenges, a parent supporting one, or a coach looking to help your gymnasts overcome obstacles, you'll walk away with powerful lessons about resilience, environment, and finding joy in the sport again.In this episode, Arya, Sara, and Coach Rebecca talk about:Why environment matters just as much as mental training for successThe moment she knew it was time to change gyms (and how she found the courage to do it)Why focusing on small goals and loving the sport again made all the differenceHow she made it to Eastern Nationals — and why it was even more meaningful after years of setbacks“When I wasn't happy, I wasn't doing well. But once I started loving gymnastics again, everything got easier.” – Arya PageLearn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through Mental Blocks" Order your copy today: https://a.co/d/g990BurFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/complete_performance/ Join my FaceBook page: https://www.facebook.com/completeperformancecoaching/ Check out my website: https://completeperformancecoaching.com/Write to me! Email: rebecca@completeperformancecoaching.comReady to help your athlete overcome fears and mental blocks while gaining unstoppable confidence? Discover the transformative power of PerformHappy now. If your athlete is struggling or feeling left behind, it's time for a change. Are you ready? For more info and to sign up: PerformHappy.com

As a parent, it can be tough to hold firm when it comes to your gymnast's nutrition—especially when you're met with pushback from coaches, friends, or even your gymnast herself. But when we zoom out and really look at the big picture, we have to remember this: nutrition is a safety issue.In today's episode, I'm diving into what it really means to hold the boundary around safety and nutrition for your gymnast—and why doing so isn't just "being mean" or "strict." It's about protecting your athlete's health, performance, and long-term well-being.But holding these boundaries around safety and nutrition for your gymnast can sometime bring up unexpected and all sorts of feelings for parents. And I totally get that. Bottom line, if your gymnast is doing 20+ hours of gymnastics a week though...they have to be adequately fueled to retain the privilege of doing gymnastics. In the words of my mentor, "if you can fuel it, you can do it". Listen in to today's episode to know you're not alone in holding the boundary. And its the kindest, most productive thing you can do for your gymnast.  Whether you've been feeling pressure to give in, or you're not sure how to communicate your boundaries effectively, this episode will give you both clarity and confidence to stand firm.  In this episode, hear more about:  Understanding parental boundaries and gymnast needs Why safety and nutrition are inseparable for gymnasts Real-world examples of boundaries you might need to set  Links & Resources   Episode 163: The Summer Slump Is Real: Why gymnasts (AND Parents) are struggling right nowWhy Your Gymnast Won't Reach their Off-Season GoalsThe Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts Connect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.com

If you're worried your gymnast might be underfueled or showing signs of RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport), this episode is a must-listen.  In today's episode, I'll explain why a true gymnast fueling audit doesn't start with macros or calorie counts. It starts with tracking growth over time PLUS nutritional intake. When parents come to me worried their gymnast might be underfueled or showing signs of RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport), the first thing we do in our initial session is a gymnast fueling audit.  And guess what? That session starts with growth history. AKA growth charts. Why? Because your gymnast's weight and height trends over time are some of the most objective, science-backed indicators we have to assess if they're getting enough fuel to support growth, training, and recovery. And here's the hard truth—RED-S doesn't always show up in how a gymnast looks. It shows up in how their body is growing (or not growing).In this episode, I'm walking you through:Why the growth chart is the #1 tool I use to assess underfueling What normal growth should look like for a gymnast and why it's completely individualized. How we're helping parents know once and for all: is your gymnast underfueled?? Links & Resources  Join the Fueling Audit Waitlist Episode 146: Update to our Team Talks Series (what we are and aren't doing moving forward)The Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts Connect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.com

Allison chats with Olympic gymnastics champion Shawn Johnson East about the beautiful chaos of raising three kids under six, how growing up as an only child shaped her, and transitioning from "America's Sweetheart" to finding her authentic identity as a mom. Shawn gets real about potentially having baby number four, gaining 80 pounds during pregnancy, the identity struggles retired athletes face, and how she and her husband balance personal time with parenting duties.Sponsors:Nuuly: Nuuly is a great value at $98 a month for any 6 styles, but right now you can get $28 off your first month of Nuuly when you sign up with the code SUNDAY.Simply Pop: Come vibe with us in a city near you! Find out how to secure your FREE ticket to the Spill the Pop podcast tour at cokeurl.com/simplyPOPtour.Cort: Build your own furniture rental package today at cort.com/podcastVionic: Use code SUNDAY at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only.Momentous: Go to livemomentous.com and try it today at 20% off with code SUNDAY, and start living on purpose. Sleepme: Visit www.sleep.me/Sunday to get your Chilipad and save up to $315 with code Sunday See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We continue our Recruit Reflection series with a perspective we haven't heard before — the parent perspective! Erin Lang is the mother of Olivia Lang, an incoming freshman at the University of Maryland. Olivia was a Level 10 gymnast at CGA and is a four-time national qualifier. She visited five schools during her recruiting process — all within the Big Ten — and ultimately found her home at Maryland, where she committed in October 2023.Erin joins us today to talk about navigating the recruiting process alongside her daughter and shares some valuable advice for athletes and their parents who are going through the journey. Thank you to our monthly Patreon supporters: Lee B, Cookiemaster, Christa, Happy Girl, Erica S, Semflam, Amy C, Maria L, Becca S, Cathleen R, Faith, Kerry M, M, Derek H, Martin, Sharon B, Randee B, MSU, Kimberly G, Robert H, Lela M, Mara L, Jenna A, Alex M, Mama T, Kelsey, Lidia, Maria P, Alicia O, Cristina K, Bethany J, Diane J, Kentiemac, Marni S, Betny T, Emily C, Cathy D, Lisa T, Libby C, Thiago, Taryn M, Dana B, Jamie S, Chuck C, Je_GL, Kaitlin, Susan P, Katertot, Mallory D, LFC_Hokie, Ella, Debbie, Megan F, Kay, Diane J, Julie B,, Austin K, Jane, Sarah, Amy, Stephen S, Johanna T, Alison S, Kristina T, Abigail W, Becky, Ola S, Jennifer K, Kate M, Claudia, Siona, Erin L, Sarah A, Kennedy B, Thomas B, Lauren D, Kihika N, Beth C, Amy, Renee PM, Ryan V, Brandon H, Tyler, Hayley B, Ben S, Kate & Landon, Danielle, ALittleUnderRotated, Dana C, Grace, Pat G , Lexi G, Laura N, Kathy, Katie A, Ruby B,, Róisín, Becca, Megan J, Emily D, Britton, Ry Shep, Reyna G, William A, MB, MJ L, Jackson G, Brittany A, Stella, Ulo F, Noah C, Melissa H, Alexis, William M, Trish, Susie, Leslie G, Catherine B, Karlin, Laura L, Katy S, J'nia G, Kathy M, Kathy S, Okcaro, Caroline P, JD B, Cookiecutter, Ailish D, Wil D, BC & Caroline M! 

Gracie Kramer, former D1 UCLA gymnast and national champion who famously scored a perfect 10 her senior year, joins Victoria to share what was really going on behind the scenes. For the first time publicly, Gracie bravely opens up about her eating disorder and the silent struggles that came with the pressure to be perfect. She reveals what it was like to perform in a leotard on her worst body image days, the mental toll of being a college athlete, and how she worked to unlearn harmful habits and rebuild a healthy relationship with food, her body, and herself. Gracie and Victoria also get candid about navigating beauty standards as content creators, the pressure to have the “Instagram face,” and why they've chosen to opt out in order to show up authentically. If you've ever struggled with food, body image, or are craving more safe spaces for individuality and vulnerability, this episode is for you.Follow Gracie:YouTube: Gracie KramerInstagram: @gracie.kramerTikTok: @graciekramer8// SPONSORS // Better Help: Visit betterhelp.com/realpod today to get 10% off your first month. LMNT: LMNT is offering a free sample pack with any purchase, that's 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order. This is a great way to try all 8 flavors or share LMNT with a friend. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/realpod.Paired: Head to paired.com/realpod to get a 7-day free trail and 25% off if you sign up for a subscription. AG1: AG1 is offering new subscribers a FREE $76 gift when you sign up. You'll get a Welcome Kit, a bottle of D3K2 and 5 free travel packs in your first box! So make sure to check out drinkag1.com/realpod to get this offer! Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we're diving into a hot topic that comes up all the time in conversations with parents and gymnasts: Should you allow your gymnast to drink an energy drink?It's tempting to reach for that quick boost—especially during long summer practices or exhausting meet weekends. But there are some serious concerns we need to talk about when it comes to the gymnast energy drink debate. And it doesn't help that your gymnast is seeing these trendy drinks promoted all over social media. We'll talk about how energy drinks are often just a band-aid for a lack of real nutrition and recovery. And how a properly fueled gymnast shouldn't need an energy drink to get through practice. If your gymnast is constantly feeling tired, sluggish, or struggling to finish workouts strong, there's likely an underlying fueling problem. And that's what we need to address.Tune in to learn how to better support your gymnast's energy needs with real food, consistent fueling, and the right nutrition strategies for high-level performance. In this episode you'll learn about: How much caffeine is actually safe for children and adolescents (spoiler: it's a lot lower than you might think)Why many energy drinks are loaded with additional ingredients—like taurine, guarana, and other stimulants—in amounts that aren't even clearly labeledThe risks of relying on energy drinks as a quick fix for fatigue, and how they may be masking a deeper medical issue in some cases  Links & Resources    

Jill shares the importance of picking the right summer camps at the right time. She has seen many of her clients get recruited from going to the right summer college camps. It is important to pick camps that have gymnasts with your level of routines, start values and scores. If you need assistance in picking the best potential summer camps for your athlete, contact us today. www.jhicksconsulting.com

If your gymnast is putting in the work—20, 25, even 30 hours a week in the gym—but still not building muscle or getting noticeably stronger, it's time to take a closer look at what's really going on.In today's episode, I'm breaking down one of the most common frustrations I hear from parents and gymnasts: "She trains so much… so why isn't she getting stronger or putting on muscle?"Spoiler: It's not usually about protein. Here's the truth: Most gymnasts are not struggling to get enough protein—contrary to popular belief. While many families hyper-focus on protein, most gymnasts actually eat enough of it. What is common, though, is poor timing and distribution of that protein throughout the day. Especially in the chaos of summer training, when structure fades and routines shift, fueling often falls apart.

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Not all sports dietitians are created equal—especially when it comes to working with young, developing gymnasts. In this episode, I'm breaking down why your gymnast needs a pediatric/adolescent sports dietitian, not just any sports RD who's used to fueling adult athletes. The nutritional needs of gymnasts are not the same as grown adults like college or professional athletes. Your gymnast is still growing, developing, and navigating puberty—all while training like an elite athlete. That's a unique combination that deserves a specialized approach.As a parent, you want to work with someone who not only understands fueling for performance, but also knows how to support long-term health, hormonal development, injury prevention, and medical nuances like growth delays, allergies, or GI issues—all of which are way more common in this sport than most people realize. That's what sets a pediatric/adolescent sports dietitian apart.We're doing all the sports nutrition things—helping with fueling before, during, and after practice and maximizing recovery. But there's so much more to layer onto that. We're also doing what's called medical nutrition therapy, making sure these gymnasts are growing and developing on time. In this episode you'll learn about: Why young gymnasts aren't just “small adults” and can't be treated as such nutritionally even if they're athletesThe difference between a general sports dietitian and a pediatric/adolescent sports dietitian and all the training requiredWhy nutrition for gymnasts must be individualized and age-appropriate and can't be generalized  Links & Resources    The Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts Episode 129: Why gymnast growth charts are so important to success in the sportEpisode 112: Is your “tiny gymnast” actually underfueled, or growing normally for them?Connect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.com

Does every gymnast need LESS carbs (or food in general) on lighter training days or rest days?  This is a HOT topic in the gymnastics world and I have some thoughts

Things are changing rapidly with NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) which has only made NCAA recruiting more competitive in the gymnastics world. Besides NIL, most gymnasts are trying to do NCAA gymnastics to get their education paid for (and if they're smart, they'll pursue a degree that means something and open doors). There are lots of ways to make good money, but getting a good education is a good place to start.A LOT of gymnasts and parents think they have all the time in the world to be in tip top shape for NCAA, but that is just not always the case. We find that a lot of gymnasts who are only 1-2 years out from June 15th are woefully unprepared for a variety of reasons. The biggest?·      A string of injuries tied back to unintentional underfueling that have gotten them off-track their skill/level trajectory.·      Performance that's good but not great (due to fatigue going into training, early fatigue during training, poor recovery, etc)·      Mineral depletion and undetected iron deficiency/recycling issues--- burnout, poor endurance, periods/PMS, etc ·      Not focusing enough on gymnastics—all the big name gymnasts who are making money with NIL were good gymnasts BEFORE they become influencers, not the other way around. Links: Secret Podcast (Episode about Recruiting + Nutrition Timeline)

What does it take to become one of the nation’s top collegiate gymnasts? For Taylor Christopulos, the answer is found not just in routines and repetitions—but in mindset, resilience, and service. In this episode, Taylor, the 2025 Nissen-Emery Award winner (often called the “Heisman of Gymnastics”), shares his journey from Layton, Utah, to Nebraska’s NCAA team, his Olympic aspirations, and the unseen grind that defines success. He reflects on the importance of training the mind, pushing through the “bottom third” days, and using his platform to lift others. Highlight Moments: Why everyday decisions—like sleep, food, and mindset—are where championships are really won. The power of visualizing goals and staying grounded in purpose. Lessons from Nebraska’s team motto: “It Takes What It Takes.” This episode is a must-listen for any athlete striving to win more than just games. It’s about winning your hours, your mindset, and your impact. Principles discussed: Win the Hour, Be Resilient, Seek to Bless Not to Impress Listen now and be inspired to keep your Eyes Up and Do the Work. Especially for Athletes: Website: https://e4a.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EspeciallyForAthletes/Twitter: https://twitter.com/E4AfamilyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/especiallyforathletes/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmbWc7diAvstLMfjBL-bMMQ Join the conversation using #TheSportlightPodcast Credits: Hosted by Shad MartinProduced by IMAGINATE STUDIO See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Support the show: https://especiallyforathletes.com/podcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's "Motivational Minute", leadership expert Jamy Bechler recalls the story of Kerri Strug's gritty performance at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. The "Motivational Minute" is part of the Success is a Choice podcast network. It's a quick thought designed to help you inspire yourself and those around you.  - - - -  Each week, the Success is a Choice podcasting network brings you leadership expert Jamy Bechler and guest experts who provide valuable insights, tips, and guidance on how to maximize your potential, build a stronger culture, develop good leadership, create a healthy vision, optimize results, and inspire those around you. Please follow Jamy on Twitter @CoachBechler for positive insights and tips on leadership, success, culture, and teamwork. - - - -  The Success is a Choice podcast network is made possible by TheLeadershipPlaybook.com. Great teams have great teammates and everyone can be a person of influence. Whether you're a coach, athletic director, or athlete, you can benefit from this program and now you can get 25% off the price when you use the coupon code CHOICE at checkout. Build a stronger culture today with better teammates and more positive leaders.  Check out our weekly webinars for parents, coaches, students, and administrators at FreeLeadershipWorkshop.com. These sessions are free and cover a variety of topics. If you like motivational quotes, excerpts, or thoughts, then you'll want to check out Jamy Bechler's book "The Coach's Bulletin Board" as it has more than 1,000 positive insights to help you (and those around you) get motivated and inspired. Visit JamyBechler.com/BulletinBoardBook. - - - -  Please consider rating the podcast with 5 stars and leaving a quick review on Apple podcasts. Ratings and reviews are the lifeblood of a podcast. This helps tremendously in bringing the podcast to the attention of others. Thanks again for listening and remember that “Success is a choice. What choice will you make today?” - - - -  Jamy Bechler is the author of nine books including "The Captain" and "The Bus Trip", host of the "Success is a Choice Podcast", professional speaker, and trains organizations on creating championship cultures. He previously spent 20 years as a college basketball coach and administrator.  TheLeadershipPlaybook.com is Bechler's online program that helps athletes become better teammates and more positive leaders while strengthening a team's culture. As a certified John Maxwell leadership coach, Bechler has worked with businesses and teams, including the NBA. Follow him on Twitter at @CoachBechler. To connect with him via email or find out about his services, please contact speaking@CoachBechler.com. You can also subscribe to his insights on success and leadership by visiting JamyBechler.com/newsletter.

When it comes to performance, energy, and recovery, what your gymnast eats matters—but just as important is why and how they eat it. In today's episode, Christina Anderson, MS, RDN, CSSD—sports dietitian and founder of The Balanced Gymnast® Program—dives into the critical differences between fueling vs. snacking for gymnasts.You'll learn why not all food choices are created equal in a high-performance sport like gymnastics. While snacks can be fun and convenient, they often lack the strategic nutrients and timing needed to truly support a gymnast's training demands. That's where fueling comes in. Intentional, balanced nutrition that powers workouts, supports recovery, and prevents burnout.Whether you're a parent trying to figure out what to pack for practice or a gymnast who's tired of feeling drained mid-workout, this episode breaks it all down. In this episode you'll learn about:  Understanding fueling vs snacking for gymnasts - and yes there is a differenceCommon fueling mistakes that lead to fatigue, poor recovery, or underperformanceDebunking Nutrition Myths: Goldfish, Sports Drinks, and Fruit Snacks oh my  Links & Resources    The Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts There are BIG differences between “fueling” versus “snacking"Is Your Gymnast Underfueled?" MasterclassConnect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.comWant to help your gymnast CRUSH it with summer upgrades!? Come join us inside the FUELED: Upgrade Season Nutrition 2-Day Bootcamp happening June 1st & 2nd. This is for female level 4/5-10/elite gymnast + parents. Learn more here

Hey friends, Christina here — your go-to gymnast nutritionist. Today, we're diving into a super important topic that I talk about all the time with gymnasts, parents, and even coaches and healthcare providers: myths about gymnast growth + development.There are still so many fears and misunderstandings floating around when it comes to how growth, puberty, and performance intersect in our sport. And let me tell you — those fears can be loud. But they're not based in science, and they're not helping our athletes. Every athlete has a genetic timeline for puberty, and trying to delay that process through chronic under-fueling or excessive training does real damage. Bone density, heart health, fertility — all of it suffers. Puberty isn't the end of a gymnastics career — it's part of the journey. It's the foundation for long-term performance, health, and success. Let's stop fearing it. Let's start supporting gymnasts through every stage of their development with adequate fueling, realistic expectations, and evidence-based guidance. Strong, confident, and powerful after puberty? YES.So, let's break down the top 5 myths about gymnastics growth I hear over and over. In this episode you'll learn about: Understanding menstrual health in gymnastsAre gymnasts at a higher risk for injury during growth spurts?The impact of puberty on gymnast performance long term  Links & Resources    The Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts Episode 112: Is your “tiny gymnast” actually underfueled, or growing normally for them?Episode 51: No Period, No Problem for the Gymnast? Not QuiteConnect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.comWant to help your gymnast CRUSH it with summer upgrades!? Come join us inside the FUELED: Upgrade Season Nutrition 2-Day Bootcamp happening June 1st & 2nd. This is for female level 4/5-10/elite gymnast + parents. Learn more here

My guest, Shannon Miller, is the second most decorated U.S. gymnast in Olympic history. We discuss her legendary gymnastics career, her battle with cancer, her advocacy for women's health, and much more.

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We talk with national champion Helen Hu about her gymnastics career, capping it with a national title and the Tigers' run to a third place finish at this years NCAA Championships

If you're sick of the contradicting advice out there about flexibility OR if you just want a simple breakdown of the science of flexibility to help you ACTUALLY GET FLEXIBLE this is the podcast for you. Check out my follow along flexibility programme here: https://shonavertue.com/en-au/products/2341812And for that discount code: use episode23 for 10% off the flexibility programme. For those of you who came here for the research: I mentioned the Alfonso et al. review; Basically, the researchers wanted to find out if stretching after a workout actually helps your body recover — things like feeling less sore, getting your strength back faster, or improving flexibility the next day.They looked at 11 high-quality studies with over 200 people (mostly young men) who did different types of stretching after exercise. Then they compared them to people who just rested or did other recovery methods.The results essentially suggested that;- Stretching didn't help people feel less sore — not after 1 day, not after 2, and not even after 3 days.- It also didn't help people get their strength back faster.- And overall, stretching after a workout didn't improve recovery any more than just resting.If you like stretching after training because it feels good or helps you wind down — go for it. But don't expect it to magically speed up your recovery or stop soreness. That's not what the science supports right now.

On this episode, Mark Simon welcomes in ex-major leaguer Doug Glanville, FanGraphs writer Davy Andrews, and his SIS colleague, Mark Bricker.Mark and Doug talked about Doug's new baseball newsletter, Welcome To Glanville and Mark pitched 3 ideas about defense that Doug could write about (Fernando Tatis The Gymnast is one).From ideas for articles to actual articles, Mark and Davy talked about what Davy's written about defense this season on Elly De La Cruz, Oneil Cruz, and what adding/losing a Defensive Run Saved looks like early in the season.And then Mark and Mark talked Roki Sasaki, the Phillies lineup, and the impressiveness of Pete Crow-Armstrong.Welcome to Glanvillehttp://dougglanville.substack.comLatest episode of Doug and Jayson Stark's podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/starkville-mike-shildt-talks-about-the-surging-padres/id1558220009?i=1000704576444Davy Andrews article linksWitnessing Elly De La Cruzhttps://www.fangraphs.com/blogs/witnessing-elly-de-la-cruzOneil Cruz isn't a CF yethttps://www.fangraphs.com/blogs/oneil-cruz-isnt-a-center-fielder-yetThis is How You Lose A Fielding Runhttps://www.fangraphs.com/blogs/this-is-how-you-earn-or-lose-one-fielding-runWhen Ballplayers Make Babieshttps://www.fangraphs.com/blogs/i-know-what-you-did-last-summer-when-ballplayers-make-babiesThanks as always for listening. Please check out the new-and-improved FieldingBible.com website, follow us on Bluesky at @sportsinfosolutions.com, and read our work at SportsInfoSolutions.com. You can e-mail us at Mark@sportsinfosolutions.com.

Paul is back today and he gets the latest transfer portal news from ESPN's Chris Low. Plus Oklahoma gymnast Jordan Bowers stops by fresh off winning a national championship. And of course your phone calls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a new memoir, Olympic gymnast Jordan Chiles describes moments of deep uncertainty in her storied career. For example, there was a time in her mid-teens when she considered quitting the sport. But a pivotal conversation with friend and future teammate Simone Biles encouraged her to continue. I'm That Girl details other challenges in Chiles' career, like being scrutinized for her appearance – and her hair in particular. In today's episode, the gymnast talks with NPR's Juana Summers about the difficulty of losing a bronze medal on a technicality, life as a student-athlete at UCLA, and Chiles' thoughts on the 2028 Olympics.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedayLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Working with pediatric/adolescent athletes is VERY different than working with professional athletes or the general population adults. Child and adolescent gymnasts train as much as professional athletes (20-30 hours/week) and yet their bodies, their physiology, their psyche is vastly different. Something that really troubles me is the lack of awareness around underfueling, poor growth, and injuries. If I were a sports medicine doctor or orthopedic doctor/surgeon, the VERY first thing I'd want to know when a gymnast sets foot in my office is1. Are they growing in a way that's right for them2. Are they getting ENOUGH nutrition to support normal growth/development and healing3. Are they getting ENOUGH micronutrients to signal all the vitamins/minerals where they need to go in the body. When I worked in Pediatric Endocrinology, the growth/hormone/metabolism specialists, one of the most important parts of the doctors workup was the dietitians nutrition valuation. When they'd get a kid referred for poor growth on ADHD meds—first question, are they eating enough?When they get a child with celiac who still isn't growing well after going GF…are they getting enough?When they have an infant not growing properly weight or length-wise…are they eating enough and ABLE to eat enough?Links & Resources    The Balanced Gymnast® Program for level 5-10 female gymnasts Episode 04: Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport and GymnasticsConnect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist or christinaandersonrdn.com

Update from the FIG about Fujitsu judging at Jakarta Worlds, Melnikova is back, NCAA updates, and a commissioned episode where we draft Olympic teams as if everyone in the entire quad was at their peak by Trials. LIVE SHOW SEASON PASS ON SALE NOW  Support independent journalists by joining here.  GYMTERNET NEWS Will Fujitsu robot judging be used at Jakarta Worlds? We have an answer See episodes on Judges Evaluation Program here  LSU set a program-record 198.5 for senior night Several Russian gymnasts, including Olympic Champion Angelina Melnikova, were approved for AIN status Chusovitina won the vault World Cup with improved form at age 49 COMMISSIONED EPISODE: Repicking the U.S. Olympic Teams This week Alex AKA the "I love you Tasha guy" gave us the task to put on our National Team Coordinator hats and retroactively pick U.S. Olympic teams from Sydney to Paris using gymnasts who were at their quad-peak. Click here to see Alex's detailed spreadsheet outlining our contenders. The Rules: For each quad, pick the number of gymnasts based on the rules at that time (e.g. the Sydney format is 6-5-4, Athens is 6-3-3, London is 5-3-3, Tokyo is 4-3-3 + 2 individuals) If you are too heartbroken to leave an athlete at home, you can name 2 travelling alternates. You can even name two non-travelling alternates if you must  With all of the best gymnasts from the quad competing at their quad-level peak with no injuries, burnout, and retirements, who do you pick? Go through quad by quad and determine your Olympic team (plus alternates, if necessary) and select team final lineups. Remember, the ultimate goal is to WIN  UP NEXT Spencer is doing a watch-along live blog here before the podcast. College & Cocktails: Saturday, March 15th after UCLA vs. Utah Fantasy Lineups Lock: Friday, March 14th at 2:30pm PT Add exclusive Club Content like College & Cocktails to your favorite podcast player (instructions here). Never miss a live episode! Import the entire College & Cocktails schedule into your Google and iCal calendar here Join Our Fantasy League BONUS CONTENT  Join Club Gym Nerd (or give it as a gift!) for access to weekly Behind the Scenes episodes. Club Gym Nerd members can watch the podcast being recorded and get access to all of our exclusive extended interviews, Behind The Scenes and College & Cocktails. Not sure about joining the club?  College & Cocktails: The Friday Night NCAA Gymnastics Post-Meet Show is available to sample (even if you aren't a Club Gym Nerd member yet). Watch or listen here. 2025 College & (M)Cocktails menu (including mocktails of course) MERCH GymCastic Store: clothing and gifts to let your gym nerd flag fly and even “tapestries” (banners, the perfect to display in an arena) to support your favorite gymnast! Baseball hats available now in the GymCastic store NEWSLETTERS Sign up for all three GymCastic newsletters  FANTASY GAME: GymCastic 2025 College Fantasy Game now open. Never too late to join! RECENT  College & Cocktails: Michigan at Oklahoma Spencer's Live Blog – Friday, March 07, 2025 The 5th Rotation: March 04, 2025 A.I. Judging at Worlds in Jakarta? Fantasy News: 2025 NCAA Season, Week 9 College & Cocktails: Alabama at Arkansas Spencer's Live Blog – Friday, February 28, 2025 Fantasy News: 2025 NCAA Season, Week 8 RESOURCES Spencer's essential website The Balance Beam Situation  Gymnastics History and Code of Points Archive from Uncle Tim RESISTANCE  Submitted by our listeners. ACTION Indivisible Practical ideas about what you can actually do in this moment, check it out: indivisi.org/muskorus 5Calls App will call your Congresspeople by issue with a script to guide you Make 2 to your Congressional rep (local and DC office). 2 each to your US Senators (local and state offices) State your name and zip code or district Be concise with your question or demand (i.e. What specific steps is Senator X taking to stop XYZ) Wait for answer Ask for action items -  tell them what you want them to do (i.e. draft articles of impeachment immediately, I want to see you holding a press conference in front of...etc.) ResistBot Turns your texts into faxes, postal mail, or emails to your representatives in minutes ACLU Mobile Justice App Allows you to record encounters with public officials while streaming to your closest contacts and your local ACLU; REPORT any abuse by authorities to the ACLU and its networks. LAWSUITS Donate to organizations suing the administration for illegal actions ACLU, Southern Poverty Law Center, Northwest Immigration Law Project STAY INFORMED Suggested podcasts:  Amicus, Daily Beans, Pod Save America, Strict Scrutiny Immigrant Rights Know Your Rights Red Cards, We Have Rights Video, Your Rights on trains and buses video

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This week, we look at a British Olympic diver, who took the country by storm, as a teenager. He married an Olympic gymnast, and set out to have the perfect life. They did traveling acrobatic shows, then settled on making a business out of making kids into Olympians, with their gym. This was going great, until many, many women accuse him of taking them into a basement called "Happyland", back when he "coached" them.Be a national hero by the time you're barely a teenager, marry a medal winning gymnast, and destroy both your legacy & the lives of a lot of people, all at the same time!!Check us out, every Tuesday!We will continue to bring you the biggest idiots in sports history!! Hosted by James Pietragallo & Jimmie Whisman Donate at... patreon.com/crimeinsports or with paypal.com using our email: crimeinsports@gmail.com Get all the CIS & STM merch at crimeinsports.threadless.com Go to shutupandgivememurder.com for all things CIS & STM!! Contact us on... twitter.com/crimeinsports crimeinsports@gmail.com facebook.com/Crimeinsports instagram.com/smalltownmurderSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.