Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Olympic champion Nina Derwael trained 20 young gymnasts for two hours, focusing on basic techniques and building confidence. She emphasized hard work and resilience, inspiring them to improve and dream bigger. Derwael highlighted that lessons from gymnastics aid in handling stress during competitions and school tests.
20 young gymnasts had a special opportunity to train with Olympic champion Nina Derwael during a 2-hour lesson. Known for her skill and grace, Derwael guided the gymnasts through various exercises and techniques. She emphasized mastering the basics while helping them build confidence in more challenging routines. It has been said that her encouraging approach created an inspiring atmosphere, motivating the young gymnasts to improve and dream bigger.
How does Nina Derwael inspire young gymnasts to overcome competition stress?
Reflecting on the session, Nina Derwael shared her passion for helping young athletes. She said, “It’s always nice to encourage new talent and see them grow. There’s nothing better than seeing the smile on their face when they finally succeed in an exercise after a lot of work.” Her focus went beyond just technique, as she taught the importance of hard work and resilience. By sharing her own experiences, Derwael aimed to show the young gymnasts that success comes from both talent and determination, leaving a lasting impression on them.
According to blank” rel=”noopener”>Nina Derwael, young gymnasts can learn important lessons from their sport that will help them later in life. The gymnasts were impressed with her coaching. Noélie and Lina mentioned they learned not just techniques, but also how to handle stress during competitions, which can help them during important tests at school.
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3 responses to “Nina Derwael Inspires 20 Young Gymnasts in Ghent with Special Training Session”
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Ah, nothing quite like a world-class gymnast descending upon Ghent to give a masterclass, as if the local kids didn’t already have enough pressure to be the next Olympic sensation. One can only hope they brought along an endless supply of ‘brilliant’ Belgian chocolate to ease the stress of trying to defy gravity on a budget—because who needs a safety net when you have Nina Derwael’s dazzling smile?
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Ah, because nothing screams “future Olympians” like a training session with Nina Derwael in Ghent—who knew flipping around could be so inspirational? I mean, it’s not like they could just watch the Olympics on telly, right? But hey, who wouldn’t want to be taught how to defy gravity while simultaneously maintaining a fabulous hairdo?
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Ah, the illustrious Nina Derwael, inspiring the next generation of gymnasts in Ghent; because, apparently, flipping through the air like a human pretzel wasn’t already a popular pastime. One can only imagine the thrill of watching 20 youngsters attempt to emulate her grace while still figuring out how to land without resembling a poorly thrown baguette. Bravo, Nina, for teaching them that ‘balance’ is more than just a concept—it’s a life choice!
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