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In sports, the best athletes aren’t just strong or talented — they’re driven. They find ways to show up, even when no one is watching. They do the extra reps, stay focused when training gets hard, and keep believing in themselves even after setbacks. That spark? It’s called self-motivation — and it’s something every athlete can train, just like strength or flexibility. 1. Set a Vision Bigger Than the Season Motivation starts with purpose. Ask yourself why you do what you do.*

The air is crisp, backpacks are packed, and the chalk buckets are filled—it’s that time of year again! As fall begins, our athletes step...

The first meet of the season is one of the most exciting milestones of the year. New routines, polished skills, fresh leotards—it’s the...

If your gymnast is complaining about sore hips—especially after long days of splits, leaps, and tumbling—they may be dealing with tight...

Summer might bring a break from school, but for gymnasts, it’s one of the most valuable seasons to grow, build, and shine. While it’s...

In the world of youth gymnastics, the relationship between coaches and parents is one of the most influential dynamics in a gymnast’s...

Graduating high school doesn’t have to mean retiring your leotard. In fact, continuing gymnastics while in college—especially at your...

Gymnastics is a beautiful but demanding sport, and behind every successful gymnast is a team of supportive adults—especially parents....

As coaches, we walk a fine line every day. We’re entrusted with the task of helping young athletes reach their full potential—physically,...

For many gymnasts, learning a kip is a rite of passage—marking the transition into more advanced bar work. It’s not just a skill; it’s a...

What do those numbers even mean?! 🔢 THE BASICS Every gymnast’s score = Start Value (SV) – Deductions 🏆 1. START VALUE (SV) The highest...

At our gym, we proudly participate in three different competitive gymnastics leagues in New Jersey: USAIGC, JOGA, and USAG (which...

Warm-Up (5–10 minutes): Leg Swings: 10 reps per leg, front to back. Lunges with Arm Reaches: 10 reps per leg. High Knees or Butt Kicks:...

In the world of gymnastics, strength, flexibility, and skill are just the beginning. Behind every high-flying release move or flawless...

When it comes to gymnastics, strength, precision, flexibility, and mental focus are essential—but none of those can peak without proper...

When you think of gymnastics, you likely picture incredible strength, agility, and seemingly impossible flips. But beyond the...

Gymnastics is a beautiful blend of strength, grace, discipline, and determination. From tiny tots learning to cartwheel to elite athletes...