Coach’s Log, Entry 8: When an Athlete Falls
How to react when and athlete falls. And no, yelling and being harsh with and athlete is never a good idea.
Coach’s Log, Entry 7: Visualising and Skill Development
Visualisation techniques can help enhance performance and they should be used frequently.
Coach’s Log, Entry 6: Try Is a Dirty Word
On why the word try can and often is detrimental to performance and development.
The Letter to Sport Canada Regarding GymCan
The Letter by Canadian Gymnasts to Sport Canada requesting a review of GymCan, its leadership, and other practices in the sport.
The Maltreatment of Athletes in Gymnastics and Toxic Culture
A Letter penned by former gymnasts about their maltreatment in the sport and its consequences points to organisational leadership and financial motivation as parts of the problem.
Coach’s Log, Entry 5: Ironic Process of Mental Control
Coach’s Log, Entry 5: Ironic Process of Mental Control March 30, 2022 Don’t think of a black cat. Really, don’t think of it; I dare you to try. Your failure …
Coach’s Log, Entry 4: Utility and Choice
A brief description of the importance of perceived utility to choice.
Coach’s Log, Entry 3: The Importance of Negative Self-Talk
On the need to pay attention to negative self-talk and how our athletes talk to themselves.
Coach’s Log, Entry 2: Obedience versus Discipline
This log entry deals with the difference between obedience and discipline, and how disciplined athletes are more likely to succeed.
Coach’s Log, Entry 1: 5 Steps to Basic Planning
These are my 5 steps to basic Planning for athlete and class success.
