Flip Your Inner Critic

Success starts with a positive attitude. Here’s how to stop holding yourself back and get the life you want.

When coaching kids there are two different aspects about sports that must be mastered for the athlete to experience the best performance. The first is the physical – the athlete must possess the physical skills

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Sports Motivation Survey

The following is a list of reasons that young people have given in answer to the question, “Why do you participate in sports?”  Read each reason and place a mark under “I agree,” “I’m not sure,” or “I do not agree,” as it relates to your participation in sports.

Statement I Agree I’m Not

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101 Ways to Say “Good Job!”

 

You’re right! Good work! Well done. You did a lot of work today. It’s a pleasure to work with you. Now you have it. Fine job! That’s right! Neat! Super! Nice going. That’s coming along nicely. That’s great! You did it that time! Fantastic! Terrific! Good for you! You did it yourself. That’s

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Inspirational Quotes

The following inspirational sayings, mottos, aphorisms, and maxims were compiled by gymnasts and coaches at Pinnacle Gymnastics in Medina, Ohio. Some of these ideas and concepts are gymnastics oriented but most transfer into everyday life. Pick out your favorites and use them to motivate yourself, your coaches, and your gymnasts. They also make great

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