KJ Kindler - Univeristy of Oklahoma Women's Gymnastics Coach

When Hard Work Beats Talent

Summary Coach KJ Kindler shares insights into her life, career, and personal experiences. From her hidden talents to her impactful encounters, she provides a glimpse into her journey. The conversation also delves into the challenges of gymnastics and the importance of resilience and positivity. KJ Kindler shares her journey from growing up in Minnesota to becoming a successful gymnastics coach. She discusses her early exposure to gymnastics, the evolution of her coaching style, and the importance of work ethic over talent. KJ also talks about her unique approach to motivating and inspiring her team through themed hashtags and pre-meet rituals.

Keywords gymnastics, coaching, resilience, positivity, personal experiences, overcoming challenges, hidden talents, impactful encounters, gymnastics, coaching, work ethic, talent, motivation, themed hashtags, pre-meet rituals

Takeaways

  • Resilience and positivity are crucial in overcoming challenges, both in gymnastics and in life.
  • Coach KJ Kindler's surprising person who had an impact on her life was a DJ from Minneapolis, highlighting the unexpected sources of influence.
  • The conversation sheds light on the challenges faced by high-functioning athletes and the importance of maintaining a positive attitude and effort.
  • The discussion also touches on the significance of loyalty, culture, and the impact of leaving a long-standing team.
  • Coach KJ Kindler's insights into her personal experiences and career provide valuable lessons in perseverance and dedication. The importance of work ethic over talent in achieving success
  • The evolution of coaching style and the impact of learning from mistakes
  • The use of themed hashtags and pre-meet rituals to motivate and inspire the team

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