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Join us for an insightful episode of the Game of Gymnastics podcast as we sit down with David Hart, the Performance Director at British Gymnastics. With three years of experience leading the world-class program across all Olympic and non-Olympic disciplines, David shares his vision for the future of gymnastics in the UK.

In this episode, we discuss:

• David's journey from healthcare to gymnastics leadership
• The evolution of the performance pathway and its current state
• The importance of balance in training, recovery, and life outside the gym
• Strategies for supporting gymnasts and coaches in a changing environment
• The impact of recent cultural shifts in gymnastics and how they shape the sport's future
• Insights into the new Olympic cycle and the focus on collaboration and collective accountability

Whether you're a gymnast, coach, or simply a fan of the sport, this episode offers valuable perspectives on the challenges and opportunities within gymnastics today. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation!

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Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction
 00:39 - David Hart's background and role
 02:40 - Key learnings from his role
 04:23 - What makes gymnastics unique
 05:29 - Current state of British gymnastics performance pathway
 07:08 - Challenges in the pathway
 09:32 - Preparing for the new Olympic cycle
 12:16 - Importance of collaboration and accountability
 16:04 - Supporting gymnasts in their journey
 20:03 - Balancing support and challenge in coaching
 25:08 - Differences between disciplines
 27:08 - Role of national coaches
 29:00 - Development of non-Olympic disciplines
 32:12 - Balancing short-term and long-term goals
 33:37 - Metrics for success beyond medals
 37:06 - Addressing recent challenges in gymnastics
 40:56 - Funding allocation and priorities
 46:59 - What sets British gymnastics apart

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• 00:01:00 - David Hart discusses his role as Performance Director for British Gymnastics.
• 00:05:15 - David shares what he loves about gymnastics compared to other sports.
• 00:09:32 - The importance of balancing training, recovery, and life outside gymnastics.
• 00:12:16 - The concept of collective accountability and its significance in gymnastics.
• 00:40:22 - The impact of the white report on British gymnastics and the focus on reform.

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.

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