{"product_id":"overcoming-mental-blocks-for-gymnasts-gordon-lam-9798273402034","title":"Overcoming Mental Blocks for Gymnasts: A Guide for Parents and Coaches: Practical, science-based strategies to support young athletes, and create a co","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHelp your gymnast move from fear to freedom - and rediscover the joy of the sport.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery gymnast experiences fear. It might be a hesitation before a new skill, anxiety after a fall, or the quiet frustration of a mental block that just won't go away. These moments are not signs of weakness - they're part of the athlete's journey. What matters most is how we, as coaches and parents, respond.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eOvercoming Mental Blocks in Gymnasts \u003c\/i\u003eis a practical, science-based guide designed to help you understand and navigate the mental and emotional challenges that come with gymnastics. Written by \u003cb\u003eGordon Lam\u003c\/b\u003e, a Level 3 NCCP-certified Women's Artistic Gymnastics coach with over 13 years of experience, this book blends research, psychology, and real-world coaching strategies into an empowering roadmap for growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrough clear explanations, real examples, and practical exercises, you'll learn how to: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnderstand the causes of mental blocks and fear in gymnastics\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse emotional reset techniques to calm anxiety and reframe failure\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eApply micro-progressions to safely rebuild confidence in skills\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCommunicate effectively with gymnasts and parents during tough times\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eFoster long-term resilience, motivation, and love for the sport\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou'll also gain insight into the role of environment, trust, and mindset in shaping performance - and learn how to create a culture of safety, courage, and positivity in your gym or training space.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether your athlete is just starting out or competing at an advanced level, this book offers the understanding and strategies you need to guide them through fear and help them rise stronger, both as athletes and as people.\u003cbr\u003eBecause fearless gymnasts aren't born - they're built through patience, trust, and support.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Gordon Lam\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798273402034\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/06\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 126\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.39lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.27d","brand":"Gordon Lam","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48852656390399,"sku":"9798273402034","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/overcoming-mental-blocks-for-gymnasts-gordon-lam-9798273402034","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}