Perfect 10.0 PT Enlightenment
Stay ahead in your recovery and performance with the Perfect 10.0 Physical Therapy Weekly Newsletter! Every week, we bring you expert tips on injury prevention, rehab strategies, mobility exercises, and performance optimization. Whether you're an athlete striving for peak performance or someone looking to move pain-free, we’ve got you covered.
Unlocking the Pyramid of Performance
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Welcome back to another edition of Perfect 10.0 PT Enlightenment! I’m Brandi Smith — physical therapist, performance coach, and former two-time National Championship collegiate gymnast. Whether you’re a parent, coach, or athlete, I’m so glad you’re here.
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This Week’s AMA: The Pyramid of Perfo...
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May 02, 2025
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Building Confidence & Safety for Peak Performance in Competition
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This weeks Perfect 10.0 PT Enlightenment we will wrap up our discussion on Peaking at the Right Time.
As we progress through the competitive season, one of the key elements for success is maintaining stability—both physically and mentally—throughout each meet.
Athletes must continuously refine...
by Brandi Smith —
Apr 24, 2025
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How to Peak at the Right Time and Regulate Stress for Success
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This month’s Perfect 10.0 PT Enlightenment newsletter focuses on one of my favorite subjects: Peaking Your Gymnast When It Counts.
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In the world of competitive sports, managing mental and emotional stress is just as critical as physical training. As stressors and triggers increase, athletes, ...
Apr 18, 2025
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Building Mental and Emotional Resilience in Competition
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This month’s Perfect 10.0 PT Enlightenment newsletter we continue to focus on: Peaking Your Gymnast When It Counts.
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As we move deeper into the season, it’s time to lock in our purpose. Success isn’t just about performing routines—it’s about understanding the journey. Each phase of competitio...
Apr 11, 2025
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Why Your Gymnast’s Training Changes Throughout the Season
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This month’s Perfect 10.0 PT Enlightenment newsletter focuses on one of my favorite subjects: Peaking Your Gymnast When It Counts.
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When it comes to athletic performance, timing is everything. Athletes train tirelessly, but the key to true success lies in reaching peak performance at the righ...
by Brandi Smith —
Apr 04, 2025
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Mastering Landing Mechanics & Preventing Injuries
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We are wrapping up this month's Perfect 10.0 PT Enlightenment newsletter with one of my all time favorite topics… LANDING MECHANICS!
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I could talk till pigs fly on landing mechanics. It was one of mine and Dr. Georges favorite topics! Â
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Landing is one of the most high-impact moments in gym...
by Brandi Smith —
Mar 27, 2025
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The Role of Flexibility: Finding the Perfect Balance
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This week in our Perfect 10.0 PT Enlightenment newsletter we go even deeper in the world of gymnastics and biomechanics!Â
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This last few week's discussions hold a special place in my heart as they are dedicated to the memory of my esteemed mentor, Dr. Gerald George.
His contributions to the f...
Mar 20, 2025
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The Science Behind Performance
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Welcome to this week's special edition of our Perfect 10.0 PT Enlightenment newsletter!
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This week we continue to dive deeper into Biomechanics in Gymnastics
In gymnastics, force transfer is the secret behind higher jumps, faster sprints, and precise landings. Mastering this concept can eleva...
Mar 13, 2025
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Unlocking Peak Performance: The Power of Gymnastics Biomechanics
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Welcome to this week's special edition of our Perfect 10.0 PT Enlightenment newsletter! I'm incredibly excited to have you join us as we dive deep into one of my all-time favorite topics—Gymnastics Biomechanics.
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This week's discussions hold a special place in my heart as they are dedicated t...
by Brandi Smith —
Mar 06, 2025
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