Performhappy With Rebecca Smith

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 go