Hitting When it Counts- The Post-Season Playbook for Gym Families

Post season can feel exciting but it can also be stressful for gymnasts and parents. In this episode of the PerformHappy Podcast I sit down with Briley Casanova to talk about how parents can support their athletes without adding extra pressure. One of the biggest challenges is pressure. As meets get closer, athletes and parents start thinking about scores, results, and qualifying. This can make gymnasts tense, overthink skills, or even freeze during routines. The more we try to push or correct at this stage, the worse it can feel. Instead, I share the 24 hour meet rule. In the 24 hours before a competition parents should keep conversations calm and avoid talking about scores or results. After the meet the focus should be on connection and support rather than analyzing performance. Let coaches handle corrections and focus on being a steady, supportive presence. Briley and I also talk about how athletes who handle pressure well keep simple routines, focus on one cue at a time, and have a reset plan if something goes wrong. When parents show love and support that is not tied to outcomes kids feel safer and more confident performing. In this episode you will hear Why pressure can make gymnasts tense during competitions What happens in the brain when athletes compete under stress The 24 hour meet rule for parents How athletes stay focused under pressure Simple ways parents can support their gymnast In this episode of the PerformHappy Podcast Briley Casanova and I share small ways parents can help gymnasts feel calm, safe, and confident so they can perform their best. Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through Mental Blocks" Order your copy today: Follow me on Instagram: Join my FaceBook page: Check out my website: Write to me! Email: rebecca@completeperformancecoaching.com Ready to help your athlete overcome fears and mental blocks while gaining unstoppable confidence? Discover the transformative power of PerformHappy now. If your athlete is struggling or feeling left behind, it's time for a change. Are you ready? For more info and to sign up: PerformHappy.com

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Hitting When it Counts- The Post-Season Playbook for Gym Families is an episode from PerformHappy with Rebecca Smith by Kelvin Nichols.

This episode is 80:33 long.

This episode was published on Mar 11, 2026.

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