Trampoline Insight

Steven and Nuno continue discussing how they build routines for Trampoline, this time at a higher level and degree of difficulty. Routine Progression & Composition - Steven - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rK263CYv8kBdRV0ozV2MuscdL2BQ0LKl/view?usp=sharing Routine Evolution - Nuno L0-L7 - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mmxF78xfJKZvDi073xJFKKsEK_PrjoXc/view?usp=sharing L8-L10 - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_FprTqQAsiOrjRDX-PP3zw1YbT0OUb_x/view?usp=sharing YE-SE -...

Episode 25 - Ulf Andersson (SWE) Steven and Nuno are joined by former Swedish National Team Member & European Champion, FIG Brevet Judge, former FIG TC Member, and Swedish Coach of Euopean medalists and World Champion, Ulf Andersson. Ulf shares his story of how he became involved in the sport as an athlete, as well as his experiences as a FIG judge, FIG employee, and coach. Ulf also shares his insight on the new Code of Points and also his opinions on possible rules & equipment...

Episode 24 - Trampoline Routine Composition - Part 3 Steven and Nuno continue discussing how they build routines for Trampoline, this time at a higher level and degree of difficulty. Routine composition this episode spans from 9.7 to 13.1. Also discussed is why the 821< is taught before the 821/ and why 821< is placed first skill instead of 803<. Routine Progression & Composition - Steven - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rK263CYv8kBdRV0ozV2MuscdL2BQ0LKl/view?usp=sharing Routine...

Episode 23 - USA Gymnastics National Team Coordinators Steven and Nuno are joined by US National Team Coordinators in DMT and TU, Chelsea Rainer and Becky Brown. They discuss the structure here in the United States, along with the changes in the structure/pipeline. Each NT Coordinator discusses their vision and some steps we can take to attain that goal for their specific discipline. Timeline 00:01:25 - USA Gymnastics T&T Clubs Structure 00:03:10 - USA Gymnastics NEW...

Episode 22 - Trampoline Routine Composition - Part 2 Steven and Nuno discuss how they build routines for Trampoline. They dive into the “do’s” and “don’ts” of making a routine, along with some tips on helping find the best fit routine for each athlete. Routine Progression & Composition - Steven - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rK263CYv8kBdRV0ozV2MuscdL2BQ0LKl/view?usp=sharing Routine Evolution - Nuno L0-L7 -...

Episode 21 - Manu Durand (FRA) Steven and Nuno are joined by World Champion and only athlete to score a perfect 10 in execution at the World Championships, Manu Durand! Timeline 00:01:50 - How did you get started on Trampoline and how old were you? 00:05:00 - Who were your mentors, throughout your career? 00:13:05 - How many World Championships and WAGC did you compete in? 00:18:30 - What was the highlight of your career? 00:22:10 - How does it feel to be the only person to ever...

Episode 20 - Trampoline Routine Composition - Part 1 Steven and Nuno discuss how they build routines for Trampoline. They dive into the “do’s” and “don’ts” of making a routine, along with some tips on helping find the best fit routine for each athlete. Timeline 00:00:40 - Should your athletes always compete the hardest routine? 00:03:40 - If an athlete is falling a lot, is it usually the fault of the routine? 00:08:20 - Are your routines built strictly off difficulty? 00:14:00 -...

Episode 19 - Kirsten Lawton-Fournials (GBR) & Nicolas Fournials (FRA) Steven and Nuno are joined by British Olympic Trampolinist Kirsten Lawton Fournials and World Medalist French Tumbler Nico Fournials. The now married couple share their stories about how they got started in the sport, their hardships, peaks of their career, life after retirement! Timeline 00:02:25 - Where you are you guys currently living and you enjoy where you live? 00:04:40 - How did you start in the sport and...

Episode 18 - Are Trampoline Parks Hurting Competitive Trampoline? Steven and Nuno discuss the good and bad side of trampoline parks and garden trampolines. They talk about what kind of athlete attends each facility and why, along with how to help each one. Most importantly, they discuss the statistics of injuries of each facility and how we can possibly help minimize these injuries! Video Timeline 00:00:40 - So what are the good things of Trampoline Parks & Backyard...

Episode 17 - Returning to Training Steven and Nuno discuss the procedures of athletes and coaches returning to the gym. They discuss the importance of putting a plan together and share the outlined plan USA Gymnastics has provided which includes specific times on the trampoline, injury prevention, workloads, and much more! Also discussed is the protocols in place to decrease the risk of exposure to covid-19 in the gym. Video Timeline 00:02:07 - What is the danger physically and mentally...

Episode 16 - Ron Munn (USA) Steven and Nuno are joined by 1959 Pan American Games Ron Munn. Ronn shares his stories of how he got involved in the sport of trampoline, how trampolines evolved during his time, along with rules and regulations of competitions in the 1950s. Ron also shares stories about when he worked for George Nissen promoting trampoline all over the world, including on top of a pyramid in Egypt! This podcast is slammed packed with blasts from the pasts all the way up to...

Episode 15 - Equipment Review & Veriflite Giveaway! Steven and Nuno review the top trampoline, DMT, and tumbling equipment manufacturers. They compare pricing, power, durability, and other pros and cons helpful to athletes, coaches, and gym owners. The highly anticipated winner of the Veriflite contest is also announced!! Timeline 00:01:01 - Presentation of Brands reviewed 00:01:22 - Trampoline 00:23:10 - Double Mini-Trampoline 00:33:20 - Tumbling 00:46:27 - Veriflite...

Episode 14 - Dylan Schmidt (NZL) Steven and Nuno are joined by New Zealand’s first Olympian in trampoline-gymnastics, Dylan Schmidt. We learn about how Dylan started in the sport and how he progressed all the way to the Olympic Games. After the Olympics Dylan underwent knee surgery on his ACL and LCL, and he shares his story on how he came back to making the final at his first competition (World Cup) back after the injury. He also shares his opinion on the new code of points, as well as...

Episode 13 - Dave Ross (CAN) Steven and Nuno are joined by undoubtedly the smartest and most successful coach at the Olympic Games. Dave Ross shares with everyone his story, accomplishments and inventions. From how he started in the sport as an athlete at a later age, to coaching his first World Championships, and all about his Olympic experience. Dave also tells us about why his springs (Rebound Products) are so durable and powerful, as well as the testing necessary to acquire an FIG...

Episode 12 - Competition & Training Tools Nuno & Steven discuss and review FIG Certified, Uncertified and In Developmental Competition and Training Tools. Listen to our opinion on these products and which one give you the most for the money they cost. Equipment discussed in the video ToF - Acrosport TMD 3 (Windows/Android) http://tmd.acrosport.ru https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLjeuHAPH2A-rtPRobiAs2Q - Veriflite...

Episode 11 - Diogo “Vitamina” Ganchinho (POR) Steven and Nuno are joined by 2x Olympian and European Champion Diogo Ganchinho (POR). Diogo shares his history along with his mentality and how it’s changed through his 26 year long career (and still continuing!). We also share laughs over funny stories when all 3 careers overlapped. Diogo tells us his hardest skills, his opinion on the new Code of Points, and his time spent training with the Chinese National Team in...

Trampoline Insight - Episode 10 - Live Q&A Nuno & Steven bring Trampoline Insight to you LIVE! Questions about skills, training, equipment, and many more are asked from emails, youtube, and instagram. Some questions are brought up live as well. Nuno and Steven share their opinions on weight training, teaching and learning skills, trampoline in the X-Games, Garden trampolines, and much more! Timeline 00:00:44 - The two tricks competitions and other that encourages more difficult and...

Description Trampoline Insight - Episode 9 - Ji Wallace (AUS) Nuno & Steven interview 1996 World Champion in DMT & 2000 Olympic Silver Medalist Ji Wallace. Ji walks us through his career and the changes he made to earn his Olympic medal. Ji also shares stories from the Olympic Games that were in is home country of Australia as well as the very first Olympic Games that included Trampoline Gymnastics! Timeline 00:01:25 - How old and how did you got into Trampoline? 00:03:45 - Who was...

Trampoline Insight - Episode 8 - World Age Group Competition Data Analytics Steven and Nuno share and analyze data collected on the World Age Group Competition. Discussed is the change of difficulty and time of flight over the past 15 years, along with explanation for the changes and patterns between the two. The history of attendance and performance at the WAGC by World Championship finalists is analyzed. Steven and Nuno reveal what percent of World Championship finalists made the...

Trampoline Insight - Episode 7 - Dmitri “Dima” Poliaroush (BLR) Nuno & Steven interview 6 time World Champion, 2 time Olympian, FIG Technical Committee Member, and coach of 4 Olympians, Dmitri Poliaroush. Dmitri shares stories of his past including his start in the sport, his training regiment, superstitions, struggles, and even his debut on DMT & TUM! Timeline 00:00:48 - How did Dmitri start in Trampoline & How old was he? 00:06:42 - What accomplishment are you most proud...