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The Game of Gymnastics

The Game of Gymnastics

著者： Winston Powell
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 Welcome to The Game of Gymnastics podcast, where we dive deep into the world of elite gymnastics. Join us as we explore how top gymnasts, coaches, and judges optimize training and performance to achieve peak results. We'll look into the scoring system, revealing how athletes strategically use the Code of Points to their advantage. Discover how gymnasts manage recovery and cope with the inevitable injuries that come with the sport. We’ll also explore how these athletes handle the intense pressure of competing at the highest levels, from the Olympics to the Commonwealth Games and beyond. Whether you're a gymnast, coach, or fan, this podcast offers valuable insights into how the best in the world play the game to win when it matters most. 個人的成功 自己啓発
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  • From Concussion to Comeback: A Gymnast's Journey Back to Training

    From Concussion to Comeback: A Gymnast's Journey Back to Training
    2025/11/04
    In this episode, Winston shares a personal update on their recent two-month hiatus due to a concussion sustained during training. Winston recounts the details of the injury, the challenges faced during recovery, and the impact it had on their training and daily life. Winston reflects on the emotional struggle of being sidelined while teammates continued to progress, emphasising the importance of mental resilience in sport. Additionally, Winston discusses his aspirations for the podcast, aiming to educate listeners about gymnastics and promote the sport to a wider audience. KEY TAKEAWAYS Concussion Experience: The speaker sustained a concussion on 1st September, which led to a significant break from training and podcasting. Initially, they did not realise the severity of the injury, attributing symptoms to a headache. Impact on Training:The concussion, combined with a prior ankle injury, resulted in a two-and-a-half-week absence from the gym. The speaker described the mental and emotional challenges of not being able to train, especially when teammates were progressing. Podcast Direction: The break provided an opportunity to reassess the podcast’s direction. The speaker aims to educate listeners about gymnastics, its intricacies, and the dedication of gymnasts, hoping to increase the sport’s visibility and appreciation. Future Content Plans: Upcoming episodes will include discussions based on a book the speaker has written about gymnastics, covering topics such as scoring, competitions, and apparatus. There will also be a mix of interviews with gymnasts, coaches, and other sporting figures. Personal Growth and Goals:The speaker is also focusing on personal development through part-time work and speaking engagements, emphasising the importance of building grassroots participation in gymnastics and sharing the discipline and motivation learned from the sport. BEST MOMENTS "I want to spread the word of gymnastics... my goal is to get people to know what it is and if people know what it is then they'll start to enjoy it." "It was really tough not going into the gym... having to sit by and just wait while you know every one of your teammates is working hard." "We train ridiculous hours, our bodies are always in bits, but we go in anyway, and we work our butts off." "The British championships shouldn't be like half filling an arena. It should be selling out arenas." "If you build up the bottom layer of the pyramid in terms of participation, the rest of it will grow." MY SOCIAL LINKS https://www.instagram.com/wpowell05/ https://www.tiktok.com/@winstonpowell5 MY E-BOOK The Game of Gymnastics: Understanding The Game https://payhip.com/b/f6RjV Host Bio: As a member of the Senior Great Britain Squad, Winston Powell brings firsthand experience to every episode. His impressive achievements include being the Under 18 English Champion in 2023 and reaching the finals in three events at the Junior World Championships the same year: the All-Around, Parallel Bars, and Horizontal Bar finals qualifying 7th for the All-Around. With five international appearances as a GB gymnast, he has gained invaluable insights into the sport's highest levels. His passion for gymnastics, combined with his deep understanding of the challenges and triumphs faced by elite athletes, makes him the perfect guide to exploring the strategies and stories behind gymnastics success. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
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    19 分
  • Breaking Barriers: A Comprehensive History of Women's Artistic Gymnastics

    Breaking Barriers: A Comprehensive History of Women's Artistic Gymnastics
    2025/09/09
    In this episode Winston delves into the rich history of women's artistic gymnastics, highlighting its evolution from pre-1950s calisthenics to a globally recognised competitive sport. The discussion covers key milestones, including the first Olympic appearance in 1928, the introduction of standardised apparatus in 1952, and the impact of the Perfect 10 scoring system, which was later replaced by open-ended scoring in 2006. KEY TAKEAWAYS Historical Development: Women's artistic gymnastics made its Olympic debut in 1928, 32 years after men's gymnastics, and initially featured only team events without individual medals or standardized apparatus. Evolution of Scoring: The scoring system for women's gymnastics transitioned from the Perfect 10 system, which was used until 2006, to an open-ended scoring system that combines difficulty and execution scores, allowing for greater potential in scoring. Influence of Athletes: Simone Biles has significantly impacted the sport, becoming a dominant figure in women's gymnastics and raising awareness about mental health issues within the sport, especially following her experiences during the Tokyo Olympics. Differences Between Men's and Women's Gymnastics: Women's gymnastics has four apparatus compared to six for men, and the physical demands differ, with women's routines often emphasizing artistry and grace, while men's routines focus more on strength and acrobatics. Popularity Disparity: Women's gymnastics has gained more popularity than men's gymnastics, with larger audiences and participation rates in competitions, despite men's gymnastics being introduced first. This trend highlights the need for increased visibility and support for both disciplines. BEST MOMENTS "In 1928, that was the first Olympic appearance of women's artistic gymnastics. This was 32 years after the men's artistic gymnastics' first appearance." "Nadeo Comaneci scores the first ever perfect 10 in the sport... It completely changed the sport, how people constructed routines, how people approached it." "In 2006, open ending scoring happened... So there then became the difficulty score and execution score added together creates the final score." "Women's peak earlier, they mature faster... they normally drop out sooner as well than men's for whatever reason." "Women's artistic gymnastics has evolved a lot over time... It has changed from essentially group calisthenics to global elite competition that is bigger than most Olympic events." MY SOCIAL LINKS https://www.instagram.com/wpowell05/ Host Bio: As a member of the Senior Great Britain Squad, Winston Powell brings firsthand experience to every episode. His impressive achievements include being the Under 18 English Champion in 2023 and reaching the finals in three events at the Junior World Championships the same year: the All-Around, Parallel Bars, and Horizontal Bar finals qualifying 7th for the All-Around. With five international appearances as a GB gymnast, he has gained invaluable insights into the sport's highest levels. His passion for gymnastics, combined with his deep understanding of the challenges and triumphs faced by elite athletes, makes him the perfect guide to exploring the strategies and stories behind gymnastics success. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
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    27 分
  • Defying Limits: My Journey to Mastering the Cassina

    Defying Limits: My Journey to Mastering the Cassina
    2025/09/01
    In this episode Winston shares his journey of mastering the challenging gymnastics skill known as the cassina. Initially believing that this skill was beyond his physical capabilities due to their height and weight compared to other gymnasts, Winston recounts the process of learning and eventually catching the casino in just under two months. KEY TAKEAWAYS Understanding the Casino Skill: The casino is a complex gymnastics skill that involves a Kovach with a full twist in a straight position, making it significantly more challenging than other similar skills like the Coleman. Overcoming Self-Doubt: Initially, there was a belief that the skill was impossible due to physical attributes, such as height and weight. However, persistence and trying the skill led to the realization that it was achievable. Importance of Technique: Mastering the casino required finding the right technique, particularly in timing the twist and ensuring proper rotation and height. This highlights the significance of technique in gymnastics. Progress and Setbacks: The journey to successfully catching the casino involved numerous attempts, with fluctuations in performance. After an injury, there was a temporary halt in progress, but returning to practice led to regaining confidence and eventually catching the skill. Encouragement to Persist: The experience serves as a reminder that skills that seem impossible at first can be achieved with time and effort. It emphasizes the importance of not limiting oneself based on preconceived notions and encourages others to keep trying despite doubts. BEST MOMENTS "I thought I didn't have the right body type for this. I didn't, I was too heavy for this, but like, that was even before I gave it a go." "The biggest thing was getting the twist around, seeing the bar, then grabbing it, and actually holding on." "I caught the first one, then I caught one after, and then I put both hands on, they go after that, and then I was like, okay, cool, that's enough for today." "It's always just a matter of time. You can always do more than you think you can." "Limiting yourself before you try doesn't help. I didn't think I could do it, but I kept an open mind, tried it and I made it work." MY SOCIAL LINKS https://www.instagram.com/wpowell05/ Host Bio: As a member of the Senior Great Britain Squad, Winston Powell brings firsthand experience to every episode. His impressive achievements include being the Under 18 English Champion in 2023 and reaching the finals in three events at the Junior World Championships the same year: the All-Around, Parallel Bars, and Horizontal Bar finals qualifying 7th for the All-Around. With five international appearances as a GB gymnast, he has gained invaluable insights into the sport's highest levels. His passion for gymnastics, combined with his deep understanding of the challenges and triumphs faced by elite athletes, makes him the perfect guide to exploring the strategies and stories behind gymnastics success. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
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    21 分
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