Technique Magazine – April 2007

EVENTS 2007

SEPTEMBER

APRIL 1-2 7-8 8-9 12-15 14-18 19-21 20-22 26-28

World Cup - USA (TTl World Cup -Canada (TT) World Cup Final (AG) NCAA Championships (M) Notional Team Training Camp (W) USA Gymnastics Collegiate Championships (W) Level 9/10 Regionals (W) NCAA Championships(W)

Lake Placid, NY Quebec City Puurs, 8EL State College, PA Houston, TX Sea Hie, WA Various Sites Salt Lake City, UT

1-2 1-9 13-16 19-23 20-23 23-26 27 -30

World Cup - Poland (TT) World Championships (M,W) Stars & Stripes Cup/ IAGC Team Trial (TT) World Championships (R) Region 5 Congress Jr. Japan Competition (W) Region 7 Congress

Zelona-Gura StuHgart, GER Birmingham, AL Patras, GRE Indianapolis, IN Yokohama, JPN King of Prussia, PA

Notional TOPs Testing (W) World Chomps. Team Training Camp (TT) Notional Team Training Camp (AG)

Houston, TX Lake Placid, NY Houston, TX

World Championships (TT) International Age-Group Competition (TT) Jr. Pan American Championships (M/W) Olympic Test Event Future Stars Notional Championships (M) Notional Coaches Workshop (M)

Quebec City, CAN Quebec City, CAN Guatemala Beijing, CHN TBD TBD

TOP's ACamp (W) TOP's B(amp (W) JumpStart Notional Testing (TTl

Houston, TX Houston, TX TBD

OCTOBER 5-7 23-28 TBD

NOVEMBER

MAY 3-6 4-6 9-13 11-13 11-13

Bulgaria Invitational (AG) Notional Elite Qualifier (W) JO Notional Championships (M) U.s_ Elite Challenge/IAGC Team Trial (TT) Level 9 East & West Championships (W)

11-13 18-20 24-27 27-31 31-June 1

World Cup (M/W) JO Notional Championships (W) International H. Chmielewski Tournament (AG) American Classic (Pan Am Verification) (W) American Classic (W)

Gabrovo, BUL Houston, TX Oklahoma City, OK Colorado Springs, CO Kissimmee, FL & Spokane, WA Ghent, BEL Mason,OH Swidnica, Poland Houston, TX Houston, TX

American Challenge (W) Notional Team Training Camp (TR) JO Championships (R) Men's Qualifier (M) Region 3 Congress Region 8 Congress Trampoline & Tumbling Notional Championships (TT) Region 4 Congress Pan Am Gomes Selection Camp (W)

Houston, TX TBD TBD Colorado Springs, CO Plano, TX Atlanta, GA Memphis, TN Coralville, IA Houston, TX

2-4 7-9 20-25 25-Dec 7 TOB

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DECEMBER 1-5 5-9 7-B

JUNE June 1-3 5-12 8-10 9 14-17 14-17 20-28 21-24 30-July 4

2008 MARCH Tyson American Cup

TBD

Level 9 East & West Championships (W) JO Notional Championships (W) U.S. Classic

TBA Kissimmee, FL Virginia Beach, VA

U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Gymnastics

Philadelphia, PA

Olympic Gomes

Beijing, CHN

MAY JULY 4-6 6-8 7-8 8-14 13-29 20-22 21-22 27-29 22-26

Pan Am Gomes Training Camp (W) Notional Elite Qualifier (W) East Championships Rhythmic (R) World Gymnaestrada (GG) Pan American Gomes (M,W,R,TR) Freedom Cup (AG) West Championships Rhythmic (R) U.S. Classic/Challenge (W) Junior Olympic Notional Championships (AG)

Houston, TX Houston, TX TBD Dornbirn, AUT Rio de Janeiro, BRA USA Newark, CA BOHle Creek, MI Palm Springs, CA

Region 6 Congress Notional Gymnastics Day J.O. Notional Team Training Camp (W) T& TScholorship Camp (TT) Nationol Business Conference State & Reg. Choir Training (TTl Visa Championships (M/W/ R/ AG) Notional Congress and Trade Show World Championships Training Camp (W) World Cup - Russia (TT)

Newton, MA

9-11 16-18 TBD

JUNE 19-22

AUGUST 8-24

AUGUST 2-5 4 9-12 5-11 15 15 15-18 16-18 20-26 25-26

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Colorodo Spring, CO Three Rivers, MI Son Jose, CA Son Jose, CA Son Jose, CA Son Jose, CA Houston, TX Sf. Petersburg, RUS

W= Women M= Men AG =Acrobatic Gymnastics

R= Rhythmic GG = Group Gymnastics B= Business

NOTE: Dates and e'lents subject to cbange or - ncellation.

TR = Trampoline TU = Tumbling TT = Trampoline/ Tumbling

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Steve Penny EDI T O R

Luan Peszek GRA PH IC DESI GN ER

Zemetria Barnes-Perry

FEATURES 6 Glute Strengthening Enhances Knee Stability

USA GYMNASTICS EXECUTIVE COMMlnEE CHAIR: Ron Froehli(h; PRESIDENT: Steve Penny; VICECHAIR WOMEN: Tom KoII; VICE CHAIR MEN: Yoi(hi Tomita; VICE CHAIRRHYTHMIC: Andrea Schmid, VICE CHAIR TRAMPOLINE: Paul Parillo; VICE CHAIR ACRO·GYMNASTICS: Tanya Case; SECRETARY: Gory Anderson; TREASURER: Bob Wood; FIGREPS: Bob Colorossi IExecutive Committee), Ron Froehli(h IAudijor), Tanya Case IAcroboti( Gymnastics Technicol Committee) and John Roethlisberger IAthlete Rep.). AT LARGE MEMBERS: Steve But(her, David Hol(omb; ATHlfTE OIREGORS: Kim Zmeskol·Burdette, John Roethlisberger, Caroline Hunt, Karl Heger, USOC ATHLfIE DIREGOR: lnr.", Fontaine.

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USA GYMNASTICS BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIR: Ron Froehli(h; PRESIOENT: Steve Penny; PRESIOENT EMERITUS: Sandy Knopp, Mike Donohue; TREASURER: Bob Wood; SECRETARY: Gory Anderson; VICE CHAIR WOMEN: Tom KoII; VICE CHAIR MEN: Yoi(hi Tomita; VICE CHAIR RHYTHMIC: Andrea Schmid, VICE CHAIR TRAMPOLINE: Paul Parillo; VICECHAIR ACRO·GYMNASTICS: Tanya Case; PUBLIC SEGOR: Bill Hybl, Bob Wood; AMATEUR ATHLETIC UNION: Ron Ferris; AMERICANSOKOL ORGANIZATION:Jerry Milan; AMERICAN TURNERS: Betty Heppner; COLLEGE GYMNASTICS ASSOCIATION·MEN: Francis Allen; NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COllEGIATE COACHES·WOMEN: Mork Cook; NATIONALASSOCIATIO N FOR GIRLS ANDWOMENIN SPORT: Morilyn Strawbridge; NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN'S GYMNASTICS JUDGES: Corole Ide; NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION·MEN: Yoshi Hayosaki; NATIONAL FEDERATION OF STATE HIGHSCHOOL ASSOCIATIONS: Becky Oakes; NATIONAL GYMNASTICS JUDGES ASSOCIATION·MEN: But(h Zuni(h; NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASTICS COACHES ASSOCIATIO N: Morgie Canfield; U.S. ASSOCIATION OF INOEPENDENT GYMNASTICS CLUBS: Paul Ziert; U.S. ELITE COACHES ASSOCIATlON·MEN: Thom Glielmi; U.S. ELITE COACHES ASSOCIATlotl· WOMEII: Steve Rybocki Tony Gehman; u.s. MEN'S GYMNASTICS COACHES ASSOCIATION: Tim Klempnauer; U.S. RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS COACHES ASSOCIATION: Suzie DiTullio; YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIANASSOCIATIO NOF THE USA: Cosey Koenig; NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION· WOMEN: Meg Stephenson; NATIONALMEMBERSHIP OIREGORS MEN: Mike Burns, Abie Grossfeld; RHYTHMIC: Ivanka Kirov, Mi(helle Lorson; WOMEN: Kelli Hill, Tom Forster; TRAMPOLINE: Shoun Kempton, Dr. George Drew; ACRO·GYM NASTICS: Undo Porter, Joy Binder; ATHLfTES CO U NCI~ Mohini Bhordwai, Kim Zmeskol·Burdette, Lorissa Fontaine, Karl Heger, Jessico Howord, Coraline Hunt, Jamie Morshik, Steve M(Coin, Shannon Miller, Mi(hoel Rodrigues, Joy Thornton, USOC Athlete Rep.; lnrisso Fontaine, Executive Boord Member John Roethlisberger. ASSOCIATE MEMBERS: JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTERS, Lori Katz; SPECIALOLYMPICS, Kate Faber·Hi(kie; U.s.

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DEPARTMENTS 4 USA Gymnastics Message

18 Business Tips 24 Education 28 Member Services Update 30 Congress Facts 36 Business Conference 38 What's New 46 Classifieds 48 Safety Certification Schedule

PROGRAM UPDATE 44 Women's Program Update 45 Rhythmic Program Update

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USA GYMNASTICS

Beginning later this year, USA Gymnastics will initiate a process requiring all professional members to obtain a background check!.

MESSAGE

USA GYMNASTICS HAS MANY EXCmNG PROJEGS in the works, and we wanted to give you an update on recent developments.

The first involves background checks. The U.S. Olympic Committee requires background searches on the official delegation staff to ensure a safe team environment at the Olympic and Pan American Games and other USOC events. USA Gymnastics and the other National Governing Bodies are complying with these policies.

USA Gymnastics has joined forces with the National Center for Safety Initiatives (NCSI) to provide background screening services. Beginning later this year, USA Gymnastics will initiate a process requiring all professional members to obtain a background check.

This policy is growing in importance given the ever-increasing priority of creating a safe environment for children . By emerging as a leader in this area, we create new credibility for clubs to promote the safe environment that they offer.

More information will be provided to you on background checks and NCSI, with whom we are working on policy development. This service will be affordable and will help our industry keep predators at a distance from our children.

Members will also be happy to know that we are moving forward with USA Gymnastics University, which will provide new educational opportunities for coaches, instructors, judges and club administrators. The new opportunities will include a certification program; several new courses, both live and online; and greater educational offerings at the National and Regional Congresses. The gymnastics community is in agreement about the need for more and improved education for all gymnastics professionals, and we are working to meet that need based on input from our members and gym club owners.

Along with the launch of the USA Gymnastics University and the certification program, our top priority is the development of new courses. Currently in the works are two courses that are set to debut by the beginning of May: First Aid Basics and Preschool Fundamentals.The First Aid Basics course will be available online and focus on injury prevention; common gymnastics injuries and risks; the treatment of those injuries; and, general information on other life threatening conditions. This is essential training for all gymnastics professionals.

The Preschool Fundamentals course will be composed of an online portion, which focuses on theory, and a live portion, which allows for hands-on training. The new course will replace the existing KAT and MELPD courses. The online portion of the course will be available this spring and the live portion will be conducted at Regional and National Congresses. The new preschool course is a fresh , updated course providing fundamental knowledge for all recreational instructors. Look for the grand announcement of USA Gymnastics University and new courses by the beginning of May 2007.

Following the November Board of Directors meeting, a Safety Advisory Group was created with members who would represent the Board in any safety issues and work with equipment companies in this area. Representatives from the USA Gymnastics Board, Athletes' Council and Elite Coaches, along with representatives from AAI and the U.S. Gymnastics Suppliers Association, held the initial meeting of the Safety Advisory Group at the Tyson American Cup in Jacksonville, Fla. The group discussed exploring different ways to advise and assist USA Gymnastics, our members and our suppliers in an effort to maximize knowledge and athlete safety. Follow up meetings will be scheduled so the group can continue to address this important issue.

We look forward to the implementation of these exciting programs and providing new benefits to the clubs and professional members. Stay tuned for more information on these pivotal programs.

See you in the gym.

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Strengthening Enhances Knee

By Scott Hudson

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Gymnasts are highly skilled athletes who have to balance, accelerate, decelerate and withstand very high stress loads and forces on the body.

In order for them to perform at any level, they must engage in some type of strengthening program. The foundation for this program should begin with the hip musculature.

The following article will discuss the importance of hip strength and its role in increasing knee stability. ~ APRIL 2007 • TECHHIOUE

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' The gluteus maxim us works in conjunction with the hamstring muscle group to ensure an equal balance between the forces acting on the knee., ,

The gluteus maxim us is the power and support behind all movements that require a person to move forward and backward. The muscles of the backside are the power muscles and play a very important role in deceleration. This is especially important in gymnastics wi th the high speeds reached during the acceleration portion of the vault, followed by a sudden stop on the dismount where the gluteus maxim us must decelerate and the gluteus medius must stabilize in order to have a perfect landing. The gluteus medius muscle is the primary stabilizer of the hip joint. It is located on the lateral side of the pelvis just behind the greater trochanter or hip socker.

These two muscles, along with the core musculature if developed properly, may aid in the prevention of knee injuries and provide more stability at the knee joint. This is especially important in sports that require high speed acceleration followed by sudden deceleration, as is the case with most of the events in gymnastics. The floor exercise in gymnastics also requires proper hip strength to stabilize the hip joint during the constant change of direction involved in this exercise.

When looking at athletes today many tend to be front side dominanr. The quadriceps are more developed than the hamstring and gluteus muscles.

This can lead to instability in the knee joint when landing because all the force is transmitted through the front of the knee resulting in an anterior shift in the tibia. During deceleration activities the Hamstring muscle group, when engaged properly, pulls the tibia posteriorly to counteract too much pulling anteriorly by the quadriceps. The gluteus maximus works in conjunction with the hamstring muscle group to ensure an equal balance between the forces acting on the knee. If the glutes are weak and de-conditioned the hamstring muscle group bears the brunt of the load and is susceptible to

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injury. Addressing glute strength prior to engaging in dynamic activity is the key to preventing injury and enhancing performance. Two simple exercises to strengthen the gluteus maximus are found above.

They are the double leg glute bridge and the single leg glute bridge. Perform the double leg glute bridge for 3 sets of 30 seconds. The single leg glute bride is 3 sets of 10 repetitions.

It's hard to talk about the glutes without talking about the hip flexors. The hip flexo rs counter

balance the glutes. While the glutes attach to the back side, the hip flexor finds its origin on the lumbar vertebrae L5 - Ll and inserts on the femur on the front side of the body. The hip fl exor is very important because it flexes the hip and enables people to move forward . However, because it is not properly trained, it can become weak. Remember

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if yo u don't use it, you lose it! Below is a great exercise to not only strengthen the hip flexor but to also engage the lower abdominals. Lie on yo ur back with yo ur hip and knees flexed at 90 degrees. Place a resistance band around your feet. While holding one leg in, extend the opposite leg. Do not let the other leg move. This movement produces a dynamic contraction of the hip flexor and glutes on one side, while the opposite side hip flexor is engaged in a static contraction. This is essentially what is happening when a person runs or walks. Perform 3 sets of 10 repetitions on each leg.

Since athletes tend to focus on the front side, and forget abo ut the back side, the leas t of their wo rries is the lateral side of the hip joint. This side is just as important as the backside for rwo reasons.

The gluteus medius is the primary stabilizer of the hip joint. If it is weak or de-conditioned the result could lead to chronic conditions. The first condition is IT Band Syndrome. The IT band extends from the greater trochanter of the hip joint along the lateral side of the leg, crossing the knee joint and inserting on the lateral tibial plateau. When the gluteus medius does not fire or is turned off, the IT . band compensates for its movements. T his leads to undue stress on the knee joint, pulling the kneecap to the lateral side of the body. This is a very painful and debilitati ng condition. Secondly, and more pertinent to gymnastics, if the gluteus medius is weak and cannot fire, the knee is more prone to valgus stress (knock knees), which may resu lt in an ACL tear upon landing. The gluteus medius must also be strengthened to ensure that it can stabilize and handle the loads that are placed on it during a gymnastics competition. Two simple exercises to strengthen the gluteus medius are side lying leg lifts and band wal ks. In both exercises, the toes are pointed toward the shin and straight ahead . Perform 3 sets of 10 repetitions on each leg.

Gymnasts are very flexible athletes but lack strength at the end ranges of motion. In order to perform at the highest level possible, it is necessary to incorporate static strengthening of the hip musculature. This will increase the efficiency of the muscles, decrease the risk of injury, and allow for improved performance. 1\

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USA GYMNASTICS TYSON FOODS

Kick Off 2007 Tyson Fitness Challenge

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Ihe ollinnce of plemier hospilols lor children

part of the official kick-off of the 2007 Tyson Fitness Challenge, legendar nastics coac h Bela Karolyi announced USA Gymnastics' goal of rai sing ill ion total for the Children's Miracle Networ k through the Tyson Fitness Cha ll eng by the end of 2008. The announcement was made at Wolfso n Children's Hospital one of two Children's Miracle Network hospitals in Jacksonville, Fla .

Th e Tyson Fitness Challenge, a joint in itiative of USA Gymnastics and Tyson Foods, has two goals: helping today's kids get more physically fit and raising money to help kids w ho are fi ghting illnesses through th e Children's Miracle Network.

"There can be no greater cause than helping kids;' said Karolyi, who led the 1996 U.s. Women's Olympic Team to its irst-ever team Olympic gold medal. "Through the Tyson Fi tness Challenge, we are helping today's kids get off the couch and into the gym and those very kids are also helping kids in need by raiSing fund s for the Children's Miracle Network. To achieve our goa l of S1 million by the end of 2008, we need everybody o get behind the Tyson Fitness Challenge:' USA Gymnastics first began ra ising funds for the Child ren's Miracle Network in 2001 as part of National Gymnastics Day. The Tyson Fitness Challenge became the platform to raise unds in 2006. The Tyson Fitness Challenge is a national fitness in itiative created by USA Gymnastics and Tyson Foods to become part of t he sol ution for getting the country's most inactive generatio n more physica lly fit.

"Fitness is an important aspect of everyone's life;' said Steve Penny, president of USA Gymnastics. "We are proud to partner ith Tyson on the Tyson Fitness Challenge and to raise money or a wort hv cause li ke Children's Miracle Network:'

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"As a national nonprofit, it is tru ly a blessing to hav organizations such as USA Gymnastics that commit to rais fund s for children throughout all of the different markets, commented Nicole Ortman, Director of Ch ildren's Miracl Network Northeast Florida -Southeast Georg ia. "It is tru grassroots fundraising and locally we look forward to worki n with the affiliated gyms and the children of the commun it to cont inue to raise funds and awareness for the ped iatri programs of Shands Jacksonville and Wolfson Ch ildren' Hospital through the Tyson Fitness Challenge:' "Tyson is a proud partner in this great initiative becaus Tyson is com mitted to helping get the nation's kid s activ and more physicall y fit and learning about the importanc of a balanced diet. Good nutrition, like the protein foun in Tyson chicken, beef and pork product s, combined w it physical fitness provides a healthy foundation for chi ld ren' lives;' said Sue Quill in, Tyson's vice president of marketin services. "At Tyson Foods, we believe in miracles and we'r del ig hted t hat our fitness program hel ps raise fund s for th Children's Mi racle Network:' The Tyson Fitness Challenge is a fitness initiative tha encourages physica l fitness th rou gh fun activities tha emphasize four fundamentals of fitness: card iovascular exercise

training, flexibility and nutrition . ages 4-16, the program is not about teaching skill s, bu t using gymnastics to help kids become physically fit, as well as learn about a we ll-balanced diet.

Tyson Fitness Challenge wil l be held between March 3 Aug. 4, 2007. The culmination of the program is voluntary h"rtirin"ti()n in raising funds for Chi ldren's Miracle Network.

200 1, t he USA Gymnastics family has raised a total t han $645,000, and the goa l is to raise that number to 1 million by 2008.

ManY' individuals in ou r gymnastics community have already mitted to participate in the Tyson Fitness Challenge and money for the Children's Miracle Network. Read what have to say abou t this program.

As the founder of the California Sports Center, now celebrating 20 years in business and nea rly30 years coaching gymnastics and other youth sports, I can say with confidence that there is no better connection to sports than gymnastics. And Itell everyone who wil l listen. The Tyson Fitness Challenge and Tyson's support of USA Gymnastics begins to open the doors to new participants in the sport and sets the tone for a developing athlete to continue successful preparation for whatever comes their way in sports. Gymnastics is the foundation of all sports, anyone great in sport knows this to be true. It is our job as programowners, directors, and coaches to clarify that message through a direct connection of gymnastics to fitness to other sports. California Sports Centerand its 100 employees welcome all clubs to join with us in 'the challenge' making gymnastics fitness a lifetime benefit remembered and enjoyed byall.

-Dave Peterson, J , California Sports Center

In our 32 years of coaching club gymnastics, we have learned that everything we do is about the kids. It's not about the sport, it never was about us. The Tyson Fitness Challenge offers us another way to reach and positivelyaffect more children than before. We ask you to join Gymnastics World in our quest to provide the children with an opportunityto explore the values found in being physically fit.

-Ron and Joan Ganim, " , Gymnastics World

As our mission statement states, Our mission at MGC is to make a positive difference in the health and well being of our students.

We believe that gymnastics is the best way to achieve this goal and can develop self-confidence, strength, flexibility, and the discipline to achieve a goal.

These are all considered "lessons for a lifetime:'The Tyson Fitness challenge has become the centerpiece of our charitable efforts with our Cartwheel-a-thon for The Children's Miracle Network. I believe that our involvement in the Tyson Fitness Challenge helps us promote this message to the communities that we serve."

-Mike Cola rossi, Massachusetts Gymnastics Center

Most neighborhood kids come through our gym at some pOint, for a party, or a gym class. As educators of children we have a dutyto show themthe importance of activity in achieving a healthy and happy lifestyle. The Tyson Fitness Challenge is a great tool to help get that message across. At Planet Gymnastics we have always supported the Children's Miracle Network, to remind our students how fortunate they are. Now we have an opportunity to reach all kids who may need our help - sooner rather than later.

-Vladimir & Joanne Novikov and their two children, Planet Gymnastics

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We as gym owners are always asking USA Gymnastics to help with our club growth. Well, here it is! The Tyson Fitness Challenge is exactly what we've been asking for! This program is a great way for our communities to see that we are more than just gymnastics. The parents will see that we care about the health of their children. These classes will help fight childhood obesity, shine a light on exercise and fun, and raise money for a wonderful cause, Children's Miracle Network. I hope all gyms across America take advantage of this wonderful program and get involved now!"

-Patti Komara, Patti Komara's Tumblebear Gym

Being an Olympian, Iwas exposed to the challenges of life as an elite athete, which included a strict diet. Ilearned to focus on my health and overall nutrition rather than my looks. This made for a happier, healthier career in the sport. Now Iwant to give back to the gymnasts at my club and teach them the overall balance of a healthy lifestye.

The Tyson Fitness Challenge helps me to accomplish this goal!

-Olympian Chelle Stack, Chelle Stack's Gymnastics

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Competing in and coaching at the Olympic Games was a long-term goal; but living fit is a life-long goaL In today's tech nology driven world, we are increasingly challenged to achieve a healthystate of physica lfitness. The Tyson Fitness Challenge is a fun, fast-paced eight-session program that jump starts children's fitness, while teaching them the tools to keep them fit for a lifetime. Join Wallers' GymJam Academy in the Tyson Fitness Challenge and promote youth fitness in the USA for life.

As a USAGymnastics Hall of Fame gymnast, mother, and current owner/coach of Kristie Phillips Athletic Center in Statesville, N.C. I have dedicated my life to children and their health, fitness, nutrition and happiness. The Tyson Fitness Challenge embodies the principles of KPAC's "Fit Family Center." In a country that is filled with Hollywood and video games, it's time to team-up with USA Gymnastics and KPAC and participate in the Tyson Fitness Challenge. We all know that a fit child today will lead to a healthy and stronger America tomorrow.

-Kristie Phillips-Ba nister, KPAC

hisJhing we call gymnastics is more than flips and handstands. Gymnastics provides a stage on which to develop confidence, poise, grace-underpressure, determination and self-respect. Gymnasts mature among individuals and circumstances that demand the athlete's finest efforts and judgments. Those involved in gymnastics develop close relationships with other young athletes who demand the best of themselves and who expect the best in others. The best advice I can offerto any youngster who might want to prepare for a life full of healthy action and fun: Get InThe Gym. -David Holcomb, Buckeye Gymnastics

-Olympian Chris Waller and wife Cindy, Waller's GymJam Academy

If you are a gym club owner, go to the link below to sign up fo r more information about hosting the Tyson Fitness Challenge in your gym club! http://www.usa-gymnastics.org/tysonfitnesschallenge

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At Kurt Thomas Gymnastics we are dedicated to teaching young athletes not only proper gymnastics but proper health. We are excited to incorporate the Tyson Fitness Challenge into our cl ub's program this year! We feel that this will provide all athletes, not just gymnasts, the proper foundation for future healthy bodies and succesSl -Kurt Thomas and his wife Beckie, Kurt Thomas Gymnastics

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State Games National Online Registration Now Open For the 2007 State Games of America in Colorado Springs; 10,000 Athletes From Across The Nation Expected For August 2-5 Event

ATIONAL ONLINE REGISTRATION is now available for the 2007 State Games of America, August 2-5, in Colorado Springs.

More than 10,000 athletes from across the nation are expected to compete in the 29-sport event for amateur athletes of all ages and skill levels (including gymnastics) staged in the city which is the home of the United States Olympic Committee and some 50 national and international sports organizations and National Governing Bodies.

Eligible athletes can go to: www.stategames.org, then click on the State Games of America logo for complete registration information, lodging and accommodations information, ticket details and much more.

The Opening Ceremony is set for 7 p.m . on Thursday, August 2, at the Colorado Springs World Arena. Major sport venues include the United States Air Force Academy, the U.S. Olympic Training Center, Fort Carson, and Colorado College.

"We look forward to welcoming thousands of the most dedicated amateur athletes in the nation to Colorado Springs for the State Games of America," said Colorado Springs Sports Corporation Chairman Dave Palenchar. "We know the athletes and their families will enjoy the competitions, as well as the chance to visit the Rocky Mountain West and our city and all its attractions and amenities."

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I have many employees but only three on salary. Here's what two of them tried to do to me last payroll. They get two personal days and three weeks vacation time. One of them works a lot of hours overtime strictly by his choice. He got sick the last day of the pay period. He already had worked 40 hours by then, so he didn't take a personal day. I don't want him to work over time and have expressed this many times. Personal days are to be used for illness or personal needs. It states in our policies that time cannot be accrued and if they are taking a day off they need to ask for a personal or vacation day to cover it. Then another employee tried the same thing. He had worked a particular afternoon and then took a day off and then took just a few hours personal time instead of the "policy-stated" eight hours for a day off that he needed to get his 40. I want them here eight hours a day at the scheduled times I've assigned. Am I being too stringent on this? I've never had a job before and am always wondering if my policies seem unfair.

Your thoughts? Thanks, Bubba.

Dear Bubba, My answer is based on a small slice of knowledge about these individuals so my assumptions may be wrong. In fa ct, I did not get much of a read on employee #2 so let me address employee #1 who apparently routinely works over 40 hours, which indicates to me that (1) his work ethic is high and (2) he genuinely cares about the company's needs .

Assuming I am correct, I would discuss the problem with Employee #1, as would most leaders. However, the message I would share would likely be very different than what you may think. I would not address the 'day-off issue .. .! would address something I consider to be more important... the real problem.

Here is the message I would seek to share with employee #1: "A business creates systems, procedures and policies to help it work smoothly, efficiently and in general take care of the greater good . But sometimes these systems fail to meet everyone's needs.

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A critical leadership skill is to accurately define and address problems rather than symptoms. In this example, the problem was Employee #l's failure to TALK ABOUT IT; the sym ptom was the 'days-off issue: When leaders habitually address problems, alignment solutions and stro nger relationships are the result. When leaders habitually address symptoms, problems persist, new symptoms replace old, then strife and conflict are the order of the day.

I would say that is a huge difference in outcome, all because of one teensy weensy oversight-the failure to accurately define the problem.

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Whenever I think on this subject, the line from the Jimmy Buffet song , Off to See the Lizard, rings in my ears: "... time to seek some therapy or go on wa lkabout, answers are the easy part, questio ns raise the doubt." The leader who can accurately define the problem and separate it from the sym ptom will experience alignment and harmony and, conversely, the leader who fails here can expect strife and conflict.

And what if Employee #1 was not accepting of the message? I believe that a reasonable person would find it difficult to disagree with the message. Therefore, if Employee #1 was to sta nd in disagreement, I would refer to a principle often used at Kids First-"reaso nable people, given the same information, are likely to come to the same conclusion"-I would have to conclude that this person is not reasonable.

At that point, I wou ld have to decide if I was willing to suffer through having an unreasonable person on my team. (Hint: since the problem is 'u nreasonab leness' and that is a permanent condition, more painful sympto ms will be on the horizon.)

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Understandable, but do these words have a 'controlling ring to your ears' as they do mine? Also, perhaps a more flexible job situation is possible. At Kids First, all admin time is flexible and scheduled times are not 'assigned; they are negotiated, more than sema ntics in my world.

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Watch for our great line up of speakers and our special keynote speaker to be announced soon. Once again , Gary Anderson will play host for the annual National Business Conference.

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You will receive a gift, continental breakfast supplied by the USGSA (8 a.m.) , lunch provided by 3rd Level Consulting and a wine social provided by the Metzger Boot Camp.

Also, register for the National Congress and Trade Show which takes place Thursday, August 16 through Saturday, August 18.

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Lynch has 10 years of experience in real estate development and construction. He was a 12-time All-American at Stanford University and captain of Stanford's two-time NCAA National Championship gymnastics team (1992-93) . He also competed in numerous international competitions while on the U.S. National Team (1990-1996) . Lynch served as an Executive Board Member of the Washington , D.C. Olympic 2012 Bid Committee and is currently a member of Washington, D.C. Mayor Anthony Williams ' Blue Ribbon Panel on Sports Commissions. He's a member of the USOC Board of Directors. 1\

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Hunt ioins USA Gymnastics as Rhythmic Program Director Caroline Hunt of Redondo Beach, Calif., who was a member of the U.S. Rhythmic Gymnastics National Team from 1990-95, today was named director of the rhythmic gymnastics program for USA Gymnastics by Steve Penny, president of USA Gymnastics .

As the program director for rhythmic gymnastics, Hunt is responsible for oversight of the rhythmic program, including the elite and grass roots levels. She will work closely with the rhythmic community to continue to grow the discipline in the United States . Hunt, who will be based in Indianapolis and begins on April 1, will report to Kathy Kelly, vice president of program for USA Gymnastics. " We look forward to having Caroline join our staff," said Penny. "Her passion and experience within the rhythmic program wil l be valuable assets to her role as program director."

A rhythmic gymnast from 1983-96, Hunt has remained active in the sport as a judge and an athlete representative to the Board of Directors . She earned her national judging status in 2003 and achieved Brevet status in 2005. Hunt has served as an athlete rep on the Board since 2003, as well as on the Bylaws Committee and the Executive Committee (20061 . Her athletic accomplishments include competing in the 1992-93 World Championships, U.S. clubs champion in 1995 and U.S. junior national champion in 1990-9l.

Prior to joining USA Gymnastics , Hunt taught in the California school system at Pacific Hills School in West Hollywood from 2001-07 . She also taught at Summit Preparatory High School in Redwood and was an assistant teacher for the Rassias Language Program . She was Pacific Hills School 's Teacher of the Year in 2005 .

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The USA is bringing a delegation of 400 ranging in age from 5 to 65 .

Members of the USA delegation will participate in indoor group performances, outdoor "City Performances," as well as the Opening and Closing Ceremonies.

Additionally, USA groups will perform in three special evening shows 1 the English National Evening with Australia, Canada, Great Britain, New Zealand, Trinidad and Tobago; 2 the Pan American Gymnastics Union Evening; and 3 the FIG Gymnaestrada Gala.

The official days of the World Gymnaestrada are July 8-14, but most of the USA groups are adding European sightseeing excursions either before or after this incredible event.

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Coach Representative

.... Steve Rybacki ... ...... Mihai Brestyan Valeri Liukin Mary Lee Tracy Alternate ..... .................................................................. ........ ...... Kelli Hill National Team Coordi nator ................................... Martha Karolyi Athlete Representative ................................................ Kim Zmeskal Vi ce President Program ........................................ Kathy Kelly

III. U.S. CLASSIC (2007 & 2008) The committee approved the follo wing sites for 2007 and 2008 U.S .

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IV. QUALIFICATION SYSTEM Committee discussed the International Elite qualification system and wi ll bring their suggestions for next year to the entire coaching body.

V. WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS REVIEW Committee reviewed the competition and a verbal report will be given to the coaching body.

VI. COACHES' EDUCATION

I. RESPONSIBILITY MANUAL REVISION The coaches reviewed the National Team Responsibility manual and instructed Kathy to draft new language to address policies to protect the ath letes. All revisions will be reviewed by the office and presented to the IEC for their ap proval.

II. WOMEN'S PROGRAM SUMMIT The committee discussed the age nda for the Women's Program Summit and gave responsibility to members of the committee for the agenda items.

Plans wi ll be made to include educational sessions fo r the coaches with each camp. Kathy wi ll look into bringing the Dartfish Video syste m to the t rai ning center.

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the Visa Championships Qualification to qualify to the 2007 Visa Championships, but they may not compete in both.

Motion Brestyan Second Tracy PASSED Meeting adjourned.

of Education will be seeking assistance from each discipline for development of the program. Background checks for professional members will also become mandatory beginning this year.

II. PAN AM GAMES The final selection camp for the Pan American Team is scheduled for the first week in June. We need to identify the site and the third member of the selection committee.

III. DONATION The committee thanks the USRGCA (United State Rhythmic Gymnastics Coaches Association) for a donation of $4,000.00 to the Rhythmic Program budget.

Committee discussed conducting a Level 9 Championships in conjunction with another event. Suzi DiTullio will look into the possibilities.

IV. FUTURE STARS RJOPC requested that a Future Stars testing be conducted following the Level 4 & 5 Championships on Monday, May 28, 2007 . A decision will be made as soon as possible.

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Chairman ................................................... Andrea Schmidt Athlete Rep Caroline Hunt Judges' Rep . . Nadine Davies Coaches' Rep .......................................Lucy Kerznerman JO Rep ...................................... .................... .suzie DiTullio Program Director ........................... .Jan Exner Vice President.... ................................ Kathy Kelly

The committee reviewed a proposal for "Judges Rules and Judges Behavior." It was decided at this ti me to table further discussion on the subject. The committee is pleased with the progress that has been made in this area with flashing of all judges' scores and a computer analysis of scores for all elite competitions. The concern at the JO level regarding judging behavior will be addressed at a later date.

Kathy Kelly thanked Jan Exner for her years of service. The program is appreciative of Jan's dedication and wishes her the very best for the future. Jan will be leaving the position of Program Director at end of February. We have received applications and will be conducting phone interviews next week. Hopefully, the new director can be identified as soon as possible.

The discussion from the January 30th RPC meeting regarding qualification to the National Team was revisited concerning having a two day all-around competition at the 2007 Championships in order to help emphasize consistency.

VII. QUALIFICATION TO THE NATIONAL TEAM

Steve Penny has sent a formal invitation to Mde. Abruzzini to conduct

I. OFFICE UPDATE Kathy Kelly apprised the committee about office initiatives. The Coaches Certification Program will begin this fall. The Director

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