Today on the podcast I am excited to bring back an episode we actually did three years ago.    I wanted to share this episode again now with Becky Downie, due to the recent podcast with her younger sister Ellie.    Becky now 30 is a double Olympian for Great Britain becoming Commonwealth Champion on bars not once but twice, European Champion on bars, and World silver medalist on bars.   I was really fortunate to sit down and interview Becky back in 2019 and talk about...

Becky Downie on Overcoming Adversity and Lessons From 15 Years in Elite Gymnastics

The SHIFT Show is an educational podcast to help people get the tools, ideas, and latest science they need to help change athletes lives. It is hosted by Dr. Dave Tilley a Sports Physical Therapist, Gymnastics Coach, Strength and Conditioning Coach, International Lecturer, and the CEO of SHIFT movement Science.

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25% off all SHIFT Courses and books using promo code "summer25" here!https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Unlock the secrets to your best gymnastics off season with Nick Ruddock, our esteemed guest, whose deep dive into training strategies promises to shift your perspective. Coaches and athletes alike will find treasure in our conversation, which spans the delicate balance between rest and rigorous preparation. We cover the gamut from ensuring young gymnasts get the downtime their develop...

Mastering Gymnastics Off-Season: Nick Ruddock's Best Coaching Tips

Rebecca's Mental Block Book - https://completeperformancecoaching.com/book Have you ever watched a young gymnast freeze in fear, unable to leap into their next routine? Rebecca Smith, author of "Parenting Through Mental Blocks," joins us to unravel the mysteries of these daunting mental hurdles. Together, we dissect the biological underpinnings and psychological elements that contribute to these blocks and discuss why traditional methods of motivation like threats or bribes might be sett...

Mental Block Experts: What Parents and Coaches Need To Know

Use "BF23" for 30% off all SHIFT Courses this week!https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Ever felt tangled in the web of a toxic gym environment? We've been there too! We're your hosts, Dave and Eva, and this episode is the survival guide you've been waiting for. We dissect the murky waters of gym gossip, touchy conversations, and hostile gym cultures. Plunge into our experiences as we share advice on confronting toxic gym owners, handling rumors, and surviving in a negative space. Be...

Is It Time To Leave Your Gym?

Check out Dave Tilley's brand new book, The Gymnastics Culture Cure, below!www.shiftmovementscience.com/gccImagine stepping into a gymnastics gym where every individual - from the coaches to the parents, medical staff, and support team - is fully engaged, thriving, and performing at their best. That's the kind of environment we're exploring in this episode, drawing inspiration from my book "The Gymnastics Culture Cure". Having been a part of both the positive and negative side of gymnastics c...

Keys To a Successful Gymnastics Culture: Coaches, Parents, Medical Staff, and More

Check out Dave Tilley's brand new book The Gymnastics Culture Cure below!www.shiftmovementscience.com/gccReady to unpack the core dynamics of gymnastics culture? Prepare to embark on a journey where we will dissect the intricate relationship between athletes, coaches, and parents. We will take a deep dive into the necessity of a solid foundation of trust, understanding, and communication, and explore the critical role these elements play in the alignment of goals. Join us as we divulge t...

Becky Downie on Overcoming Adversity and Lessons From 15 Years in Elite Gymnastics

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