Today on the podcast, is an interview I was asked to do with Temple Landry, who was an Elite Gymnast from Twin City Twisters in Minnesota and is heading to Stanford in a few years to compete. She approached me with a project she is doing for her English class and was interested in finding out more about the differences in the approaches to overtraining in gymnastics. It ended up being a really awesome discussion, she had some fantastic questions which is why I wanted to put it up as a podcast an...
Feb 01, 2022•29 min
This week's mini-podcast episode features Dr. Ellen Casey who is the Sports Medicine Physician for the US Women’s Senior National Team and frequent flyer on the podcast Nick Ruddock. Ellen, Nick, and Dave tackle an open, honest, candid conversation about puberty, growth, and how we can better help younger athletes during this time. We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/ To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https:/...
Jan 27, 2022•15 min
Ankle and foot injuries are one of the most common problems gymnasts face. Depending on the study you read, up to 50% of all lower-body injuries in gymnastics occur at the ankle and foot. When you look at the sport, it makes sense. It is full of high impact forces, high repetitions, young athletes going through puberty, and has many cultural issues that might make it challenging to keep the ankle and foot joints healthy. In an effort to help provide high-quality information to the gymnastics com...
Jan 25, 2022•1 hr 59 min
In this week's mini-podcast episode Dave interviews the legendary Aimee Boorman, coach of Simone Biles, and many other great gymnasts. Aimee is an amazing human but she is also an amazing example of the success and benefits that can happen with positive coaching, which is the big change we are seeing now in our sport. We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/ To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shift...
Jan 20, 2022•14 min
This week's podcast is actually a lecture that went out in my online membership group The Hero Lab. Lots of members wanted to learn more about how to start working with other professionals. Such as medical providers wanting to start working with a gym or strength coaches wanting to get in with some gymnastics clubs in the area. Coaches want to know the factors or qualities they should look for in a medical provider, strength coach, sports psychologist, or nutritionist's because the reality is th...
Jan 18, 2022•46 min
In this week's mini-podcast episode Dave chats to Scott Willgrass one of the strength and conditioning coaches working with Gymnastics Canada and Ellie Black. He is one of many who is pushing the narrative of changing how we approach strength and conditioning in the sport of gymnastics. He dives into common problems he faced, what Ellie’s training looks like and what he thinks performance-wise we can do to get gymnasts more powerful. We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head h...
Jan 13, 2022•16 min
Today on the podcast I’m joined again by former trampolinist and US Junior National Team Coordinator Steve Gluckstein. In his previous episode discussed the benefits of weightlifting and strength training for gymnasts and his experiences as an Olympic level trampoline coach. I wanted him back on to talk more specifically about the Trampoline and TNT disciplines, as lots of people requested advice and ideas around skills and progressions in this domain. WE DISCUSS; The base level skills and drill...
Jan 11, 2022•1 hr 7 min
In this mini-podcast episode, Dave sits down with the Director of Gymnastics Operations, Eva Shute, to discuss exactly how she changed her gymnastics facilities culture. She talk’s about motivating gymnasts in a positive way, managing parents, running efficient practices, and the personal development issues they needed to address to help the gym change its culture. We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/ To learn about SHIFT's courses...
Jan 06, 2022•16 min
In today’s episode, I’m super pumped to have my buddy and expert strength and conditioning coach Dan Lonsdale back on to dive into exactly how coaches can go about working with great strength conditioning coaches, as this is something that has officially become part of the gymnastic culture. But it can be really hard to find a great strength conditioning coach who understands the sport of gymnastics. Dan works with a breadth of clubs around the UK to help get the most out of athletes' performanc...
Jan 04, 2022•1 hr 17 min
Changing how gymnasts are taught to land, in an effort to reduce the risk of serious knee injuries like ACL/meniscus tears, is something that has been talked about for the last 10+ years. I was very grateful and humbled to be asked by the Women's Gymnastics NCAA Judging Association to give a presentation on what the science says is the safest way for gymnasts to land. This week's podcast is the lecture I gave to all the NCAA judges and NCAA coaches over two weeks. It was in an effort to help sha...
Dec 21, 2021•44 min
Ready to become the “expert” in gymnastics flexibility? Gymnastics flexibility is one of the trickiest and most confusing things for people to see improvement on. In this mini-podcast episode, Dave breaks down 5 of the most effective, science-based, and easy-to-use methods for seeing real positive changes in flexibility. This is in tandem with our HUGE new course launch “The Gymnastics Flexibility Blueprint” which you can find online at: https://shiftmovementscience.com/gfbcourse/ We appreciate ...
Dec 16, 2021•16 min
Today’s podcast is a heavily requested topic I get asked about frequently. What is the best approach to flexibility? I summarize five of the biggest mistakes that I used to make as a coach and what I do differently now based on all the things that I've read, learned, and people I've worked with. I break down exactly what the research says about how many days you should stretch, the most effective exercises to do, make things stick long term, make flexibility training more effective saving time a...
Dec 14, 2021•51 min
In this mini-podcast episode Dave sits down to chat with the one and only Chellsie Memmel to discuss her elite gymnastics comeback, the biggest struggles she has had, and what she has learned through the process. We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/ To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Th...
Dec 09, 2021•9 min
Today on the podcast I’m very excited to share another thought-provoking and important conversation about cultural change, morals, and ethics of coaching with Tom Elder. With 13 years of experience coaching, he also has an extensive education in Philosophy with his research focused on child autonomy in abuse in youth sports, which is obviously a very important topic that we're dealing with right now in gymnastics. Once again he had my brain turning talking about gymnastics culture, the things th...
Dec 07, 2021•1 hr 57 min
In this mini-podcast episode, Dave sits down with head Strength and Conditioning coach of Michigan Women's Gymnastics, Lew Porchiazzo, about what he uses with their student-athletes to build culture, high performance, and safety. We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/ To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with...
Dec 02, 2021•15 min
Today on the podcast we are wrapping up our epic four-part series on optimizing the competitive year with the Off-Season. At the end of the year we have a bit of downtime to work on new skills, get stronger, faster and kids emotionally and mentally ready to handle the following year. I discuss how to plan for each of these, to get the most out of each training session, and set athletes up for another successful year. If you have been enjoying these episodes, and you haven't really gotten a chanc...
Nov 30, 2021•53 min
Today is episode 150 of The Shift Show! A big thank you to all the listeners for your continued support. Who better to have on our 150 episode than my good friend, Nick Ruddock a high-performance consultant who has worked with over 22 nations around the world from club level all the way up to the Olympic level. In the gymnastics community right now there is a lot of people who are frustrated with the technical aspect of gymnastics and they feel as though the athletes they work with aren't making...
Nov 23, 2021•1 hr 22 min
Are YOU struggling to get your splits down no matter how much you stretch? We can help you solve your problem in this mini-podcast episode! We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/ To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :) Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most po...
Nov 18, 2021•18 min
This week on the podcast is part three of the four-part series on how to get the most success out of the competitive year in gymnastics. Firstly we explored the foundational concepts, then last week we used them to break down the Pre Season and program for success. This week we move on to how to optimize our athletes training for the In-Season to hit meets, progress towards goals, and can mentally, physically, and emotionally handle the long demanding season. During the In-Season we're not tryin...
Nov 16, 2021•58 min
In this mini-podcast episode, Dave discusses everything you need to know about Bridges, Back Handsprings, and Back Pain. We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/ To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :) Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here!...
Nov 11, 2021•14 min
Today on the podcast is part two of the four-part series on how to get the most success out of the competitive year in gymnastics. In the first lecture, I discussed the foundational concepts of the competitive year. In this episode, we deep dive how to approach the preseason. How do we get ready for skills? Turn those skills into combinations? What workouts can we do to help build routine endurance and build mental confidence to help get ready for the meet season? I talk about strength condition...
Nov 09, 2021•1 hr 5 min
In this mini-podcast episode, Dave discusses exactly how to improve over arching and anterior pelvic tilt. He talks about mobility and strength issues and effective exercises to help solve this problem. We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/ To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :) Th...
Nov 04, 2021•18 min
This week on the podcast, we are kicking off an extremely exciting four-part adventure that has been highly requested by my Hero Lab members, about how to get the most success out of the competitive year in gymnastics. When you look at the competitive year it often becomes overwhelming with what should you be focusing on in the preseason versus the in-season versus the offseason? What is the best strength conditioning, cardio, or approach routine development? I don't have the golden answer that'...
Nov 02, 2021•54 min
A step-by-step guide on EXACTLY how to improve hamstring flexibility! In this mini-podcast episode, Dave explains the mobility, strength, and control side of hamstring mobility issues and discusses the most effective exercises to help solve this problem. We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/ To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and...
Oct 28, 2021•15 min
Today on the podcast, we're wrapping up the Q&A podcast series. If I got a dollar for every question I get about motivation, burnout, coaching culture, frustrations with parents, and building a good culture in gyms I'd be a millionaire. I've gone through a lot of ups and downs with cultural stuff myself and I know how hard it is as a coach to feel frustrated, burnt out, and not happy with your job. We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscien...
Oct 26, 2021•39 min
In this mini-podcast episode, Dave provides a complete, in-depth tutorial on training and strengthening your CORE! He covers everything from understanding the anatomy of the core to functional exercises that will strengthen each individual part of the core. He discusses exercises to target the back, sides, and front of the core, in addition to the concept of bracing/breathing and the compression/traction side of strengthening the core. We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head...
Oct 21, 2021•16 min
This week on the podcast I am extremely excited to share a lecture I gave to Yale Gymnastics Team, where I was asked to speak to them about how to best prepare for preseason. We talked a lot about workload management, getting better recovery, sleep, and different tools and strategies for stress and class management. Anyone who's a gymnast and is trying to balance a busy life on top of the competitive season, this is really important for you to hear. Implementing some of these strategies could ma...
Oct 19, 2021•1 hr 31 min
Are YOU struggling to get your splits down no matter how much you stretch? We can help you solve your problem in this mini-podcast episode! We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/ To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :) Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most po...
Oct 14, 2021•18 min
Today we are continuing the popular series of Q&As, answering community questions about flexibility. I explain how I implement the Shift content I put out and how it can be used in a practical setting when you’re working with different ages and abilities, large groups, and small workspaces. I used this opportunity to really answer some tough questions and give people practical advice, so you can literally listen to the podcast, drive to the gym and implement the same exact stuff right away a...
Oct 12, 2021•30 min
Are you having problems with your handstand? We can help you solve them in this mini-podcast episode! We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/ To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/ Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :) Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here! https://courses.sh...
Oct 07, 2021•15 min
