Category Archives: Skills

Recruited by the Gold Team

Posted on December 11, 2018 by Robert

This year at the annual Arizona State Men’s Gymnastics Intra Squad competition there were 3 teams again – Maroon, Gold, and Black.  I was planning on being with the black team again since my jersey is black but when I … Continue reading →

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Within striking distance of gold

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Robert

I was honored to compete again at the 2016 maroon and gold intersquad at Aspire on December 9th. Last year Scott Barclay came up with a scoring scheme for alumni where we were to be given an extra .2 points … Continue reading →

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When Stretching is Detrimental

Posted on May 16, 2016 by Robert

A year ago I would not even imagine writing about such a topic, but life lessons have a way of changing even the most ingrained beliefs. I am writing this story down so hopefully I will not forget the lessons I’ve learned from it. When I wrote the key to flexibility is untimed stretching seven years ago I was firmly convinced that it wasn’t really possible to stretch too much. Continue reading →

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How I learned Free Standing Handstand Pushups

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Robert

I always thought it would be great to be able to do handstand pushups without needing a wall for support, but since it wasn’t a skill I could get credit for in a routine I never took the time to … Continue reading →

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The Power of Belief

Posted on April 20, 2013 by Robert

One of the most common topics I have fielded questions about is how to overcome mental blocks, asked by the gymnasts or the parents who are exasperated as they watch their child dealing with irrational fears (either conscious or unconscious … Continue reading →

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