Podcasts

Puberty, Periods, and Performance- What Every Gymnast Parent Needs to Know with Dr. Nicky Keay

By Rebecca Smith May 26, 2026

In this episode of the Perform Happy Podcast, I sit down with Nicky Keay to talk about puberty, periods, hormones, and how they affect young athletes physically and mentally during one of the biggest transitions of their lives. For many gymnasts, puberty can feel confusing…

When Your Dream Falls Apart… and You Find a Better One with Alexis Crockett

By Rebecca Smith May 19, 2026

One of the hardest things athletes can experience is watching a dream fall apart. In this episode of the Perform Happy Podcast, I sit down with Alexis Crockett to talk about mental blocks, burnout, body image, and how setbacks can lead to an even better…

How to Coach Through Mental Blocks and Build Trust with Lexi Funk

By Rebecca Smith May 12, 2026

Most athletes assume great coaching is only about teaching skills, but the best coaches know that understanding the athlete matters just as much. In this episode of the Perform Happy Podcast, I sit down with Lexi Funk to talk about mental blocks, communication, confidence, and…

How to Get Out of Your Head (For Real) with Matthew Wenske

By Rebecca Smith May 5, 2026

Most athletes assume performance is all about physical ability, but what happens in your mind often matters more. In this episode of the Perform Happy Podcast, I sit down with Matthew Wenske to explore how mental habits shape confidence, consistency, and long-term success. Matthew is…

Tammy DeGuzman Teaches the Hidden Factor Behind High Scores (It’s Not Just Skills)

By Rebecca Smith April 28, 2026

Performance and high scores are not built on skills alone. They come from something most athletes overlook. In this episode of the Perform Happy Podcast, I sit down with Tammy DeGuzman to talk about the hidden factor that makes routines stand out. Tammy is a…

The Power of Not Caring What People Think with Myia Hambrick

By Rebecca Smith April 21, 2026

Confidence and consistency are not built by pressure alone. They come from feeling supported, having a sense of choice, and actually enjoying the process. In this episode of the Perform Happy Podcast I sit down with Myia Hambrick to talk about her journey from athlete…

ADHD and Anxiety in Athletes- What Coaches and Parents Need to Know with Susan Stout

By Rebecca Smith April 14, 2026

Supporting athletes with ADHD is not just about managing behavior. It is about understanding how their brain works, how they handle pressure, and how they experience feedback. In this episode of the Perform Happy Podcast I sit down with Susan Stout to talk about ADHD,…

What Gymnastics Parents Get Wrong About Nutrition with Dr. Roger Adams

By Rebecca Smith April 7, 2026

Fueling a gymnast is not just about eating “healthy.” It is about giving the body and brain what they need to perform, recover, and grow. In this episode of the Perform Happy Podcast I sit down with Dr. Roger Adams to break down what most…

Competing Free, Even Under Pressure with Sloane Blakely

By Rebecca Smith March 31, 2026

Building a confident gymnast is not just about physical skills. It is about mindset, self talk, and how they handle pressure. In this episode of the Perform Happy Podcast I sit down with Sloane Blakely to talk about confidence, perfectionism, and how athletes can bounce…

Rethinking How We Build Great Gymnasts with Julie Ballard Clark

By Rebecca Smith March 24, 2026

Building a strong, confident gymnast is not just about skills. It is about the environment they grow up in. In this episode of the PerformHappy Podcast I sit down with Julie Ballard Clark to talk about how positive culture, supportive coaching, and mindful parenting shape…

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