Overcoming Mental Blocks for Gymnasts: A Guide for Parents and Coaches: Practical, science-based strategies to support young athletes, and create a co
Language: English
Published by Independently published, 2025
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- Title
- Overcoming Mental Blocks for Gymnasts: A Guide for Parents and Coaches: Practical, science-based strategies to support young athletes, and create a co
- Author
- Lam, Gordon
- Publisher
- Independently published
- Publication year
- 2025
- Condition
- As New
- Binding
- Soft cover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 13
- 9798273402034
- Series
- Book 2 of 3: The Youth Athlete Blueprint Series
Help your gymnast move from fear to freedom — and rediscover the joy of the sport.
Every gymnast experiences fear. It might be a hesitation before a new skill, anxiety after a fall, or the quiet frustration of a mental block that just won’t go away. These moments are not signs of weakness — they’re part of the athlete’s journey. What matters most is how we, as coaches and parents, respond.
Overcoming Mental Blocks in Gymnasts is a practical, science-based guide designed to help you understand and navigate the mental and emotional challenges that come with gymnastics. Written by Gordon Lam, a Level 3 NCCP-certified Women’s Artistic Gymnastics coach with over 13 years of experience, this book blends research, psychology, and real-world coaching strategies into an empowering roadmap for growth.
Through clear explanations, real examples, and practical exercises, you’ll learn how to:
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Understand the causes of mental blocks and fear in gymnastics
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Use emotional reset techniques to calm anxiety and reframe failure
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Apply micro-progressions to safely rebuild confidence in skills
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Communicate effectively with gymnasts and parents during tough times
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Foster long-term resilience, motivation, and love for the sport
You’ll also gain insight into the role of environment, trust, and mindset in shaping performance — and learn how to create a culture of safety, courage, and positivity in your gym or training space.
Whether your athlete is just starting out or competing at an advanced level, this book offers the understanding and strategies you need to guide them through fear and help them rise stronger, both as athletes and as people.
Because fearless gymnasts aren’t born — they’re built through patience, trust, and support.
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