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The gold medalist, who also has a bronze medal in the high bar came with approximately twenty therapists who also counsel and coach athletes. Most of the gymnasts I have counseled have been females. And these frequently experience significant amounts of stress. The stress comes from a number of sources. First, many gymnasts get frightened after they have been injured while trying a new move or while pushing themselves during a competition. They present with symptoms that are very much like post traumatic stress disorder. Many gymnasts who I have counseled report concerns about significant and multiple injuries which can frighten them and impair their ability to perform to their potential. Also, if they pressured to compete while they are injured, they can be at risk for an additional injury. You can’t do well in gymnastics if an injury or a fear of being injured in clouding your mind and your thinking. Second, many female gymnasts report tremendous pressure to maintain a low body weig …

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