PerformHappy with Rebecca Smith

The Milton Twins- Confidence, Faith, and Elite Gymnastics


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Have you ever watched two young athletes rise through the hardest sport and wondered how they stay grounded through it all? Maybe you have seen your own gymnast pushing through pressure, comparison, or setbacks and you hope they will find the joy again. Every parent, coach, and young gymnast knows that feeling of needing something deeper to hold on to.

In this week’s episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I talk with Senior Elite gymnasts Annalisa and Malea Milton, twins who share a bond that has shaped every step of their journey. They are identical, but so different in personality. One is outgoing, one is quieter. One bounces back faster from bars, the other takes more time. Yet together, they lift each other, encourage each other, and stay steady through the intense world of elite gymnastics. Their story is full of wisdom for anyone who wants a healthier, more joyful path in this sport.

They share how their faith helps them stay strong, how communication with coaches builds trust, and how important it is to know yourself outside of gymnastics. They talk about injuries that changed everything, seasons that felt heavy, and the moment they realized that doing gymnastics for someone else will always lead to burnout. They also share the mindset skills that keep them steady in competition, from prayer to simple reminders like trusting the work they do every day.

In this episode, you will hear

• How Annalisa and Malea learned to support each other through comparison and injury
 • Why trusting the big picture can shift the entire gymnastics journey
 • What they look for in a healthy gym environment and coaching style
 • How doing gymnastics for yourself builds true confidence and joy

Your sport cannot be the only thing that defines you. You must find who you are beyond the scores, the medals, and the pressure. This is the heart of the Milton twins’ message, and it is a powerful one for every gymnast, parent, and coach.

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