Gym Drama and Cliques

Empower Your Summer Training

Summer is one of the most important times of the year for a gymnast's growth—but it's not just about learning new skills. It's about developing the mindset that will carry you through challenges, setbacks, and breakthroughs. In this episode of Behind the Salute, we're diving into three powerful ways to empower your summer training: facing your fears, avoiding the comparison game, and overcoming self-doubt. Learn why fear isn't the enemy, how comparing yourself to others can hold you back, and what it takes to trust your training and believe in yourself. Whether you're chasing a new skill, moving up a level, or simply looking to become a stronger athlete, these tips will help you make the most of your summer and set yourself up for success when competition season returns. Remember: growth happens when you step outside your comfort zone, stay focused on your own journey, and believe you're capable of more than you think!

The Kid You Don't See

What if the athlete you see in the gym isn’t the same kid their parents see at home? In this episode of Behind the Salute, we explore the often unseen side of young athletes—the fears they hide, the pressures they carry, and the challenges they face when no one is watching. Coaches witness one version. Parents experience another. This conversation is for coaches, parents, and anyone who wants to help athletes thrive—not just in the gym, but in life.

Scoring Questions Answered Between DP & Xcel

During our recent podcast launch party, one of the most common questions was the difference in scoring between the DP and Xcel programs. Here is our take on this topic!

Just Stand There - But Don't Spot Me

'Just stand there, but don’t spot me’ can be a healthy step toward independence — until it becomes a habit rooted in fear. Sometimes athletes start relying on a coach’s presence instead of building trust in themselves. Confidence doesn’t grow from someone always standing there. It grows from learning you can do hard things on your own!

Learning to Love the Process

We spend so much time chasing results that we forget to appreciate who we’re becoming in the process. This episode dives into choosing happiness now—not later—and learning to find fulfillment in the climb, not just the view at the top.