The SHIFT Show

Artistry and choreography are key components in creating a successful floor routine for a gymnast. In this episode of The Shift Show, I have a wonderful conversation with Chloé van Bavel, a renowned Dutch choreographer and artistry expert in the gymnastics world, about her insights and experiences in creating floor routines that are both technically sound and artistically expressive.Chloé van Bavel draws on her diverse background in gymnastics, dance, music, coaching, and sports psychology to create holistic and innovative choreography. With experience as an elite gymnast in the Netherlands, classical dance student, and gymnastics coach, Chloé has been able to learn from the best technical coaches in women's artistic gymnastics and apply that knowledge to her work. She has a passion for combining her interests in gymnastics, dance, coaching, and education, and spends most of her time developing and connecting these areas to unlock the artistic potential of her clients. Chloé is a coach and choreographer for the junior national WAG team and Dutch National Talent Training Series.One of the challenges faced by coaches is helping gymnasts who may be shy or introverted and lack the technical background in dance. Chloé suggests that coaches should focus on creating a safe and encouraging environment for the gymnasts to express themselves, and to gradually build up their confidence and skills through small and achievable goals.She believes that the choreography should be tailored to the gymnast's strengths and style so that they can perform it with confidence and authenticity.Creating exercises that help gymnasts develop a positive self-image and inner confidence.We discuss:The ingredients for an outstanding floor routine.How to bring out the best in not gymnasts who are shy or not natural dancers.Tips on how to help gymnasts enjoy dancing.Finding the right piece of music.Where to find inspiration for choreography.Gymnastics vs. BalletGetting out of your dancing comfort zone for gymnasts and coaches.And…Why rules are the enemy of creativity.If you are looking to learn more about artistry and floor routines, Chloé will be giving a lecture on Dance, Choreography, and Artistry at The Shift Symposium:https://shiftmovementscience.com/2023shiftsymposium/We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :)Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Want to join our online educational community of over 1000 gymnastics professionals and get 40+ hours of gymnastics lectures? Join The Hero Lab below!https://shiftmovementscience.com/theherolab/ Check out all our past podcast episodes here!https://shiftmovementscience.com/podcast/

This week's mini-podcast episode is a sneak peek of one of last year's Shift Symposium guest lectures, Bar Releases Bails and Paks.Presented by Brett Wargo Owner and Co-Founder of Best Darn Gymnastics, Team Coach at Ascend Gymnastics, and Tumbl Trak Product Innovator/Designer.If you want to hear the rest of this lecture you can access it on the Shift website:https://shiftmovementscience.com/2022shiftsymposium/The 2023 Shift Symposium runs from Friday, June 23rd - Sunday, June 25th, where you can learn everything you need to know about Gymnastics Medical Care, Gymnastics Coaching, and Gymnastic Strength and Conditioning.The lineup of 30 speakers is ridiculous, giving incredible lectures over three days, so don’t miss out! Head over to:https://shiftmovementscience.com/2023shiftsymposium/We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :)Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Want to join our online educational community of over 1000 gymnastics professionals and get 40+ hours of gymnastics lectures? Join The Hero Lab below!https://shiftmovementscience.com/theherolab/ Check out all our past podcast episodes here!https://shiftmovementscience.com/podcast/

Mike Scaduto, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and expert on shoulder injuries, dives deep into the world of gymnastics and baseball. He explores the balance between hypermobility and adaptive stiffness, shedding light on the mechanics of common shoulder injuries like labral tears and rotator cuff strains. Listeners learn about effective treatment strategies, key rehab targets, and foundational exercises to enhance recovery. Mike even shares insights on return-to-sport timelines and the importance of personalized strengthening programs for overhead athletes.

This week's mini-podcast episode is a sneak peek of one of last year's Shift Symposium guest lectures, Principles of Dynamic Stabilization of the Shoulder.Presented by Mike Reinold DPT, ATC, SCS, OCS, CSCS Co-Founder of Champion Physical Therapy and Performance.Mike is a physical therapist, athletic trainer, strength and conditioning coach, and performance enhancement specialist and has worked for prestigious organizations such as The Boston Red Sox, The American Sports Medicine Institute, and Massachusetts General Hospital.If you want to hear the rest of this lecture you can access it on the Shift website:https://shiftmovementscience.com/2022shiftsymposium/The 2023 Shift Symposium runs from Friday, June 23rd - Sunday, June 25th, where you can learn everything you need to know about Gymnastics Medical Care, Gymnastics Coaching, and Gymnastic Strength and Conditioning.The lineup of 30 speakers is ridiculous, giving incredible lectures over three days, so don’t miss out! Head over to:https://shiftmovementscience.com/2023shiftsymposium/We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :)Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Want to join our online educational community of over 1000 gymnastics professionals and get 40+ hours of gymnastics lectures? Join The Hero Lab below!https://shiftmovementscience.com/theherolab/ Check out all our past podcast episodes here!https://shiftmovementscience.com/podcast/

Today on the podcast I want to address a question I often get: How can I improve my splits and leaps? Well, I've got an awesome lecture from our popular Hero Lab that's perfect for summarizing this topic. In this lecture, I'll share tips on improving your flexibility for splits, leaps, and bars. It's packed with practical advice that you don't want to miss. I discuss:The four steps to getting the most out of a flexibility program. Why poor hip flexibility can lead to L5 spondee fracture, and stress fracture in the spine. How consistency is more important than intensity. How to screen for hip mobility.The best stretches you need to improve split flexibility.How long should you stretch for?Direct hip training and strengthening.The best way to incorporate flexibility into gymnastics. Examples of flexibility exercises.The biggest reason why gymnastics skills fall apart. And…The secret to consistency and long-term progress.The Hero Lab is a monthly subscription platform that serves around 700 gymnastics coaches, medical providers, and parents. We offer a vast library of 50+ hours of lectures on flexibility, strength, technique, shaping, and more. Plus, we provide handy resources like PDFs, circuits, and templates. We're constantly adding new lectures based on what our community needs. And guess what? We're expanding even further!We'll be introducing new lectures on injuries, compulsory gymnastics, and parent-specific topics. We want to cover everything from ankle sprains to navigating gym culture. But to make this happen, we'll be increasing the subscription price at the end of the week. So, if you want to lock in the current rate, head over to www.shiftmovementscience.com/theherolab and join the fun!We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :)Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Want to join our online educational community of over 1000 gymnastics professionals and get 40+ hours of gymnastics lectures? Join The Hero Lab below!https://shiftmovementscience.com/theherolab/ Check out all our past podcast episodes here!https://shiftmovementscience.com/podcast/

This week's mini-podcast episode is a sneak peek of one of last year's Shift Symposium guest lectures, Upper Body Strength and Power Development.Presented by Dan Lonsdale ASCC, Gymnastics Strength and Conditioning Consultant from England.Dan works with a breadth of clubs around the UK to help get the most out of athletes' performance.If you want to hear the rest of this lecture you can access it on the Shift website:https://shiftmovementscience.com/2022shiftsymposium/The 2023 Shift Symposium runs from Friday, June 23rd - Sunday, June 25th, where you can learn everything you need to know about Gymnastics Medical Care, Gymnastics Coaching, and Gymnastic Strength and Conditioning.The lineup of 30 speakers is ridiculous, giving incredible lectures over three days, so don’t miss out! Head over to:https://shiftmovementscience.com/2023shiftsymposium/We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :)Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Want to join our online educational community of over 1000 gymnastics professionals and get 40+ hours of gymnastics lectures? Join The Hero Lab below!https://shiftmovementscience.com/theherolab/ Check out all our past podcast episodes here!https://shiftmovementscience.com/podcast/

Overuse knee injuries can be incredibly frustrating and painful for gymnasts, especially when they involve growth plate injuries like Osgood-Schlatter's or patellar tendon problems. In this episode of The Shift Show, Janis Konkle PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, a former Division I gymnast and now physical therapist, shares her knowledge on what causes overuse knee injuries in gymnasts and what can be done to help manage and prevent them.Janis is a traveling Physical Therapist, Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, and Owner of Precision Performance For Gymnasts: injury prevention seminars & performance testing at gymnastics clubs across the U.S.Janis provides a comprehensive overview of growth plate injuries and the principles behind why they happen. She also discusses what gymnasts can do to reduce knee pain, including flexibility, soft tissue work, and strength work. Importantly, she emphasizes the need for a good plan of attack when managing overuse knee injuries to avoid flaring up again and again.This episode is a must-listen for gymnasts and coaches who want to better understand how to manage and prevent overuse knee injuries. Janis provides invaluable insights and advice for anyone looking to help gymnasts overcome knee pain and continue to perform at their best.We discuss: Why do overuse injuries happen in gymnastics? The role communication and culture play in gymnastic injuries.What kinds of injuries are we seeing the most?Why overuse injuries evolve with age: understanding the progression from growth plates to cartilage damage.The most obvious factor of knee pain is…The importance of proper landings in gymnastics. And…Practical steps to get out of knee pain.Research articles noted in the podcast:Meta-analysis of meta-analyses of anterior cruciate ligament injury reduction training programs:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29737024/2018 International Olympic Committee consensus statement on prevention, diagnosis and management of paediatric anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries:https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/52/7/422 We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :)Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Want to join our online educational community of over 1000 gymnastics professionals and get 40+ hours of gymnastics lectures? Join The Hero Lab below!https://shiftmovementscience.com/theherolab/ Check out all our past podcast episodes here!https://shiftmovementscience.com/podcast/

This week's mini-podcast episode is a sneak peek of one of last year's Shift Symposium guest lectures, Ring Swings Get Inverted!Presented by Pat Redfern a Men's Artistic Gymnastics coach from Australia.Pat has a wonderful approach to working with young male gymnasts to help develop long-term careers which has led him to travel the globe to further his knowledge with gymnastics experts.If you want to hear the rest of this lecture you can access it on the Shift website:https://shiftmovementscience.com/2022shiftsymposium/The 2023 Shift Symposium runs from Friday, June 23rd - Sunday, June 25th, where you can learn everything you need to know about Gymnastics Medical Care, Gymnastics Coaching, and Gymnastic Strength and Conditioning.The lineup of 30 speakers is ridiculous, giving incredible lectures over three days, so don’t miss out! Head over to:https://shiftmovementscience.com/2023shiftsymposium/We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :)Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Want to join our online educational community of over 1000 gymnastics professionals and get 40+ hours of gymnastics lectures? Join The Hero Lab below!https://shiftmovementscience.com/theherolab/ Check out all our past podcast episodes here!https://shiftmovementscience.com/podcast/

Learning from other people, having self-awareness moments, and reading books can help coaches and staff in gymnastics to improve their coaching techniques, culture, and personal development.In this episode of The Shift Show, I talk about the importance of coaches, parents, and athletes being happy, enjoying their work, and delivering high-quality mentoring to gymnasts. I share five of the best books that have profoundly changed the way I coach, work with gymnasts, and operate as a medical provider and a human. By reviewing these books, I explain why they are crucial for mental insight, personal development, growth, leadership, and cultural development. The five books are: "Good People" by Anthony John“Helping People Change” by Ellen Van Oosten, Melvin Smith, and Richard E. Boyatzis“Lost Connections” by Joseph Hari"The Road to Character" by David Brooks “Ego Is The Enemy” by Ryan HolidayReading books and learning from other people's experiences can help coaches and athletes in gymnastics improve their culture, and personal development. I discuss:The importance of reading books. What are the characteristics of a good person? Unlock the secret to long-term motivating change in others.The importance of being honest about your goals. The role of meaning, purpose, and social connection. Connecting with why you are coaching gymnastics. Live by your virtues, not your vices. And…Why reading about the Larry Nassar abuse scandal and abuse is tough but necessary for empathy, understanding, and change.We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :)Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Want to join our online educational community of over 1000 gymnastics professionals and get 40+ hours of gymnastics lectures? Join The Hero Lab below!https://shiftmovementscience.com/theherolab/ Check out all our past podcast episodes here!https://shiftmovementscience.com/podcast/

This week's mini-podcast episode is a sneak peek of one of last year's Shift Symposium guest lectures, Advanced Strength and Conditioning Following Injury.Presented by Dan Pope, PT DPT, OCS, Performance Physical Therapist at Champion Physical Therapy and Performance in Boston.Dan’s passion is helping people get out of pain and back to training safely and effectively. He is the founder and owner of Fitness Pain Free where he shares his ideas about rehab, injury prevention, and athletic performance. If you want to hear the rest of this lecture you can access it on the Shift website:https://shiftmovementscience.com/2022shiftsymposium/The 2023 Shift Symposium runs from Friday, June 23rd - Sunday, June 25th, where you can learn everything you need to know about Gymnastics Medical Care, Gymnastics Coaching, and Gymnastic Strength and Conditioning.The lineup of 30 speakers is ridiculous, giving incredible lectures over three days, so don’t miss out! Head over to:https://shiftmovementscience.com/2023shiftsymposium/We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :)Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Want to join our online educational community of over 1000 gymnastics professionals and get 40+ hours of gymnastics lectures? Join The Hero Lab below!https://shiftmovementscience.com/theherolab/ Check out all our past podcast episodes here!https://shiftmovementscience.com/podcast/