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Australian Elite Gymnast Emma Nedov on her Comeback and the Road to Paris
I'm excited to share today's PerformHappy podcast episode with you. This week, I had the pleasure of interviewing the incredible Australian elite gymnast, Emma Nedov. Emma initially retired from gymnastics in 2020, transitioning into life after the sport. However, less than a year ago, she decided to make a comeback and set her sights on competing in the Paris Olympics.
Our conversation was inspiring and packed with insights drawn from Emma's 20 years of experience in elite gymnastics. She shared her journey back to the gym and the mindset that keeps her focused on her goals. Emma's wisdom and approach to training-taking it one day at a time-are lessons every gymnast can benefit from.
Whether you're a gymnast or pursuing any other goal, Emma's story and advice are sure to provide you with valuable nuggets of wisdom. Tune in to hear her unique perspective on the sport and life, and get inspired by her determination and resilience.
In this episode, Coach Rebecca and Emma Nedov talk about:
00:00 Comeback of Emma Nedov; Elite Gymnast After 3.5 years off, Aiming for Paris Olympics.
03:38 Setting and Achieving Goals in Gymnastics, Balancing Big Dreams with Present Moment Focus.
09:03 Disappointment and Resilience in Olympic Qualification.
13:23 From Elite Gymnast to Nutrition Coach: Overcoming Post-Retirement Weight Gain and Embracing a Healthier Lifestyle.
19:55 Importance of Nutrition, Rest, and Mental Training for Gymnasts.
28:22 The Keys to Unlocking Your Potential and Achieving Goals.
32:32 Turning Setbacks into Success.
36:45 Chasing Olympic Dreams Emma’s Mindset, Purpose, and Inspiration.
“I don't think that there's such thing as failure, they're just lessons.” - Emma Nedov.
Emma Nedov’s Instagram: ejnedov
Emma Nedov’s TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@ejnedov?_t=8nLV7jclCh8&_r=1
Emma Nedov’s Website: emmanedov.com/
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ABOUT COMPLETE PERFORMANCE COACHING
Complete Performance Coaching is a team of highly skilled Performance Coaches.
We each specialize in different sports, and offer unique strengths that will allow you or your child to reach peak performance + maximum enjoyment.
We believe that examining the stories we tell ourselves, and taking a look from different angles, can change everything.
Maybe you’re a gymnast with a fear of going backwards. A swimmer who can’t seem to go any faster. Or a parent who is clueless about how to help your child succeed.
We can help.
Most of our clients start to see amazing results after just a few sessions. Many feel more confident and less anxious after just the first phone call.
ABOUT REBECCA SMITH, MA
Rebecca Smith is the founder and CEO of Complete Performance Coaching and PerformHappy. She has been helping high achievers thrive under pressure for over 20 years.
A recovering perfectionist, former gymnast, and coach, Rebecca struggled with mental blocks for years before they destroyed her gymnastics career.
Rebecca’s deep passion lies in using an evidence-based approach that allows fearful young athletes to learn to trust themselves again. Her athletes learn to have a voice and stand up against the toxic culture of youth sports that has existed for decades.
When she’s not coaching in PerformHappy, she’s at the beach with her husband and her mini-gymnasts Ruby & Violet.
PERFORMHAPPY MENTAL TRAINING PROGRAM
To learn more about the PerformHappy Mental Training Program, go to: performhappy.com
Our conversation was inspiring and packed with insights drawn from Emma's 20 years of experience in elite gymnastics. She shared her journey back to the gym and the mindset that keeps her focused on her goals. Emma's wisdom and approach to training-taking it one day at a time-are lessons every gymnast can benefit from.
Whether you're a gymnast or pursuing any other goal, Emma's story and advice are sure to provide you with valuable nuggets of wisdom. Tune in to hear her unique perspective on the sport and life, and get inspired by her determination and resilience.
In this episode, Coach Rebecca and Emma Nedov talk about:
00:00 Comeback of Emma Nedov; Elite Gymnast After 3.5 years off, Aiming for Paris Olympics.
03:38 Setting and Achieving Goals in Gymnastics, Balancing Big Dreams with Present Moment Focus.
09:03 Disappointment and Resilience in Olympic Qualification.
13:23 From Elite Gymnast to Nutrition Coach: Overcoming Post-Retirement Weight Gain and Embracing a Healthier Lifestyle.
19:55 Importance of Nutrition, Rest, and Mental Training for Gymnasts.
28:22 The Keys to Unlocking Your Potential and Achieving Goals.
32:32 Turning Setbacks into Success.
36:45 Chasing Olympic Dreams Emma’s Mindset, Purpose, and Inspiration.
“I don't think that there's such thing as failure, they're just lessons.” - Emma Nedov.
Emma Nedov’s Instagram: ejnedov
Emma Nedov’s TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@ejnedov?_t=8nLV7jclCh8&_r=1
Emma Nedov’s Website: emmanedov.com/
SIGN UP FOR THE 7 DAY SUPERHERO CONFIDENCE CHALLENGE!
completeperformancecoaching.com/superhero
FREE TRAINING
Watch this free training for how to unlock your champion mindset in sport: completeperformancecoaching.com/champion
ABOUT COMPLETE PERFORMANCE COACHING
Complete Performance Coaching is a team of highly skilled Performance Coaches.
We each specialize in different sports, and offer unique strengths that will allow you or your child to reach peak performance + maximum enjoyment.
We believe that examining the stories we tell ourselves, and taking a look from different angles, can change everything.
Maybe you’re a gymnast with a fear of going backwards. A swimmer who can’t seem to go any faster. Or a parent who is clueless about how to help your child succeed.
We can help.
Most of our clients start to see amazing results after just a few sessions. Many feel more confident and less anxious after just the first phone call.
ABOUT REBECCA SMITH, MA
Rebecca Smith is the founder and CEO of Complete Performance Coaching and PerformHappy. She has been helping high achievers thrive under pressure for over 20 years.
A recovering perfectionist, former gymnast, and coach, Rebecca struggled with mental blocks for years before they destroyed her gymnastics career.
Rebecca’s deep passion lies in using an evidence-based approach that allows fearful young athletes to learn to trust themselves again. Her athletes learn to have a voice and stand up against the toxic culture of youth sports that has existed for decades.
When she’s not coaching in PerformHappy, she’s at the beach with her husband and her mini-gymnasts Ruby & Violet.
PERFORMHAPPY MENTAL TRAINING PROGRAM
To learn more about the PerformHappy Mental Training Program, go to: performhappy.com
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Phenomenal “class” on bullying! As far as I know my little hasn’t experienced but am saving this to review again and “play practice” with her. Thanks so much, was powerful and informative start to finish.
Thank you Ellen! It's really important info and such a fresh perspective on dealing with bullies 💗
Brilliant interview!
Great episode!
Do you have instagram or gmail? where i can contact you
I love this interview, Rebecca! Such expert insight and perspective on coaching, communication and culture creation/management expressed by this coach. These principles shared by Cleo Washington can be applied to many personal and professional settings! Thanks for sharing.
Great interview
"Promosm"
This was very interesting to listen to. My daughter has struggled with blocks and worked through them from time to time. She currently is a level 8 with a giant block. She is very visual, and I love the idea of potentially having her draw the steps. I've discussed this with her coaching staff which they are open to... Any visuals you have for giants? When I have discussed progression in the past with her on other items, she doesn't grasp the micro progression and only sees the big skills. So, I'm worried that it could be either her or her coaches that are not emphasizing the smaller micro steps. Hoping a visual you might have can help them work through this too. They are struggling on this and trying to figure out how to help.
Yes! I did a whole athlete training on this, with a giant as an example. Here's the link to check it out.members.completeperformancecoaching.com/topics/2-january-2024-live-training-with-coach-rebecca-draw-the-fear-away/ You can also google and find some images like this one: www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fgymnasticscoaching.com%2Fgiant-2%2F&psig=AOvVaw2UcI2F4t9zNnntlO5LVFql&ust=1706296272836000&source=images&cd=vfe&opi=89978449&ved=0CBMQjRxqFwoTCPC6w4yf-YMDFQAAAAAdAAAAABAD
Do u need a professional youtube thumbnail designer?
Hi, I have a question about the mental imagery. I'm a horse rider and had a bad fall from a horse that sped and bucked me off. I've cantered inside in a controled environment again successfully but the minute I go out and am no longer on a lunge rope or anything I will panic in the canter. I don't know how to get over this
Hi! What you're experiencing is actually really common after a fall. Here's a free training that will walk you through the exact process to overcome a mental block: completeperformancecoaching.com/new-webinar-2-registration-scale
I’m very positive person so this will be very helpful. Thank you
Wow. Thank you.
Good job!
Thank you for posting this!!🙏🏻❤️
This is a gold!
So glad it's helpful!
too much talking, more silence is needed
Should you do think in slowly
Awesome.
Well I did this while laying on my trampoline and too scared to do my bhs on the grass
Thank you but I find your voice somehow distracting
I have a question, if i am a level 5 going into 9th grade and I am working on higher level skills. Do you think if i have all the skills by 12th grade, could they still recruit me??
Currently watching this in bed with my ankle injury. I want to go back to gymnastics so much it hurts, thanks
Keep your chin up. I recommend doing some visualizing while you're out. Use all 5 senses and see if you can make it feel real in your mind. That can keep your spirits and your confidence up while you're on the mend. Sending good vibes for a speedy recovery!
Imo the best/one of the best!
hi
Thank you for this video. I do hurdles and this is a great to clear my mind when I get hurdles block
Very useful.Made it easier to focus .Wouldn’t say I need it personally but it’s a nice spot so to speak
I started to cry during this. I don’t know why, I wasn’t stressed or sad. I guess this just let me release some built up emotions, which is ok in my book.
something got bottled up it seems, gotta watch out for subconscious negativity namaste! :)
You became aware of yourself
Thank you for posting this!
I don’t think this works
Ikr
I have such a bad mental block on back handsprings and I gets me and my coach really frustrated and I really wanna do it but my mind is telling me not to and I don't throw it can u help me please
I hate competition. The only sport I like is pinball. Baseball is OK. I prefer development of the mind more than development of the body.
Hey Jarrett! Glad you found the video helpful! Please let us know if you have more high performance questions we can help provide insight on.
Awesome! Former NFL Athlete, played for the Packers in from 2006-14. In 2016 I played in the CFL for the Calgary Stampeders. And had a really hard time bonding with teammates and coaches. I felt like I did the early warm ups and bonding time. Just didn't seem enough felt like an outsider the whole time. Great insight. I will pass on the knowledge. Not sure what else I could have done. Now I feel I'm not alone in this boat and are others out there. Thanks
Thanks Jarrett! I am happy to hear that you found this information helpful! Let me know if there are any other questions that I can provide information and advice!
I found the title of this video to be very misleading and I fail to see how this is geared towards althetes.
Victoria Crowder works for anybody, athletes or otherwise
I agree with David. This is relevant for athletes. Focus is important, especially when your body starts complaining.
"MINDFUL"
Meditation helps concentration in basically anything. It also helps make your mind stronger which helps u get through hard workouts just by having that thought that u can’t stop. It may seem that u can do that anytime but it’s kind of hard to explain
it helps clear your mind before games
that you so much. that helped me alot
Nice, great advice.
I registered for the wrong time zone and all my athletes are waiting. It is possible to switch me to the Eastern time zone for today?
I can't find the link???