In this episode, Dylan Kohnle shares his inspiring journey from a sports novice to a seasoned gymnastics coach. He emphasizes the importance of patience, vulnerability, and authentic connections in coaching, offering lessons that resonate far beyond the gym. Dylan discusses his unconventional path into gymnastics coaching without a traditional background, the significance of building trust with athletes, and overcoming their initial resistance. He also highlights how vulnerability and humor can foster stronger coach-athlete relationships, and shares practical strategies for creating buy-in and motivating young gymnasts. Dylan's insights into continuous learning, overcoming imposter syndrome, and embracing lifelong growth provide valuable takeaways for coaches and athletes alike.

In this episode, Andrew Vetter shares his journey from gymnast and circus performer to a key figure in gymnastics strength and conditioning, emphasizing how tailored training approaches can prevent injuries and improve performance. Whether you're a coach, parent, or athlete, discover strategic ways to integrate strength training into gymnastics safely and effectively.

Join us for a conversation with elite gymnast Toby Liang as he shares what his journey has actually looked like—from getting started to competing at the college level. We get into the ups and downs, what helped him push through tough moments, and why the right environment can make or break your experience in the sport.

Toby also talks about the mental side of gymnastics, how he’s learned to stay resilient, and what it takes to balance high-level training with life outside the gym (including his interest in photography).

If you’re in the gymnastics world, there’s a lot here you’ll relate to.

Highlights:

• How Toby got started and what led him into competitive gymnastics
• What stood out to him about the culture and coaching at Roswell and Nebraska
• The challenge of balancing personal goals with being part of a college team
• How he approaches strength training and staying healthy through injuries
• Why mindset and community have played such a big role in his growth at Flip Fest

Connect with Toby on Instagram: @toby_liang_