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<\/a><\/div>\nGrowing up, my Dad was an Elementary school PE teacher. <\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n One summer, he decided to develop a strength training program for me.<\/span><\/p>\n It consisted of gymnastics related drills in the back yard using a mini-trampoline and a single bar he built in the backyard. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n It also included a strength training program using a \u201cBo-flex\u201d type workout bench. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n This bench used super strong and thick rubber bands as the form of resistance and could be used to address all muscles of the body – upper body, lower body, and core.<\/span><\/p>\n He put a lot of time and thought into developing the program – so I appeased him.<\/span><\/p>\n I did the program 3x a week, in addition to my summer gymnastics schedule.<\/span><\/p>\n I grew to enjoy doing it – specifically the resistance training part of it.<\/span><\/p>\n I liked increasing my resistance as I got stronger. <\/span>I really liked when I got so strong that I started to break the super thick rubber bands. <\/span>It was like a small victory every time I broke one.<\/span><\/p>\n Eventually, summer was over and it was time to go back to school. <\/span>But I continued the resistance training – waking up in the mornings before school to complete my quick 15-20 minute workout that he developed. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Fast forward to the next competition season. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n It was my BEST season ever! <\/span><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n I upgraded my skills on EVERY event – the largest improvement between any two seasons of my entire gymnastics career. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n It was also my highest scoring season of my entire career. <\/span>It was the first year that I made Regionals as well as multiple event finals at multiple meets.<\/span><\/p>\n Knowing what I know now about strength, physical therapy, and gymnastics – <\/span>I am certain that this strength program was the Secret Sauce<\/span><\/i> to my success that year. <\/span><\/p>\n It wasn\u2019t just my strength that improved. <\/span>My power also improved. <\/span>And power is a key component to gymnastics – on every event.<\/span><\/p>\n You certainly need power for Vault and Floor. <\/span>But you also need power for jumps, leaps, tumbling series, and dismounts on Beam. <\/span>And you need power in the Upper Body for Bars.<\/span><\/p>\n Power is the explosiveness that\u2019s needed for quick movements. <\/span>And most gymnastics skills are those explosive, quick movements. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n And one of the best ways to build power – is with the right strength training program with the right resistance and the right number of reps.<\/span><\/p>\n Flexibility is also something that can improve with the right strength training program. <\/span>There are specific strengthening exercises that can actually improve flexibility when performed correctly.<\/span><\/p>\n More importantly, strength training programs are safe and effective for all young athletes! There are so many benefits to a proper strength training program – including improved athletic abilities, improved confidence, and improved overall health.<\/span><\/p>\n But, there isn\u2019t a one-size-fits-all program. <\/span>Each person and each gymnast is different in what they need. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019d like me to help your athlete build more strength and power, send me an email at Jodi@wordpress-1014912-3590851.cloudwaysapps.com<\/a><\/span><\/b> and we can discuss all of the options.<\/span><\/p>\n I will work with her (and with input from her coaches) to develop the best strength and resistance training program to meet her needs. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n And there is no better time to start than in the off-season!<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n Let me help you make this her BEST season yet!<\/span><\/p>\n To join my email list to continue to receive FREE information on physical therapy, gymnastics, health tips for female athletes, and tips for parents of female athletes, click on this link.<\/b><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n \n For more information about Motus Vita Physical Therapy, head over to my website (www.motusvitapt.org<\/b><\/a>) <\/span><\/p>\n \n \n \n
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