The Game of Gymnastics
Welcome to The Game of Gymnastics podcast, where we dive deep into the world of elite gymnastics. Join us as we explore how top gymnasts, coaches, and judges optimize training and performance to achieve peak results. We'll look into the scoring system, revealing how athletes strategically use the Code of Points to their advantage. Discover how gymnasts manage recovery and cope with the inevitable injuries that come with the sport. We’ll also explore how these athletes handle the intense pressure of competing at the highest levels, from the Olympics to the Commonwealth Games and beyond. Whether you're a gymnast, coach, or fan, this podcast offers valuable insights into how the best in the world play the game to win when it matters most.
Episodes
August 11, 2025 • 47 mins
Winston sits down with Yanni Chronopoulos, a talented Canadian gymnast who recently contributed to his team's silver medal win at the World University Games. Yanni shares his journey into gymnastics, starting at a young age and evolving through the competitive landscape in Canada and the NCAA system at Nebraska. He discusses the challenges and rewards of being an Olympic reserve, the intense competition within NCAA gymnastics, and ...
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August 4, 2025 • 43 mins
In this episode Winston welcomes South African gymnast Luke James, who recently competed at the African Championships in 2024, securing gold medals on floor and vault, as well as a bronze in the all-around and high bar. Luke shares his journey from training in Durban, South Africa, to competing in the NCAA at Nebraska, discussing the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way.
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July 28, 2025 • 71 mins
Winston interviews Kevin Penev, an accomplished gymnast who recently transitioned from competing for the USA to representing Bulgaria. Kevin shares insights into his gymnastics journey, which began in a family deeply rooted in the sport, with both parents as gymnasts and his brother also competing
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July 22, 2025 • 30 mins
Today I go over through my experience at the Men's London Open 2025, reflecting on the unique challenges faced during the competition. With temperatures soaring and a notably quick rotation between apparatus, the host discusses their routines on floor, pommel horse, vault, parallel bars, and high bar, providing insights into their performance and the mental hurdles encountered.
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July 14, 2025 • 61 mins
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In this episode of the Game of Gymnastics podcast, host Winston Powell is joined by David Shamah, a talented gymnast from Stanford University and a member of the U.S. national teams for junior competitions. David shares his journey in gymnastics, starting from his early days at a hometown gym influenced by his family's his...
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July 8, 2025 • 41 mins
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In this episode of the Game of Gymnastics Podcast, Winston delves into a detailed comparison of gymnastics scores between Great Britain (GB), Europe, and Asia, particularly focusing on recent competitions.
The discussion begins with an analysis of the European Championships, highlighting GB's impressive performance, incl...
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June 30, 2025 • 54 mins
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In this episode of the Games Gymnastics Podcast, Winston provides an in-depth recap of the British Team Championships, highlighting both the competition and the challenging build-up leading to it. With a team facing injuries and limited members, the host discusses the performances of teammates Jacob, Romel, and Fraz, as we...
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June 23, 2025 • 67 mins
In this episode of the Game of Gymnastics podcast, host Winston Powell talks to Jamie Lewis, the current English and British all-around champion, as shares his journey through gymnastics, including his early beginnings, the challenges of transitioning from junior to senior levels, and the impact of injuries on his career. Jamie reflects on his recent successes, including his impressive performances at the English and British Champi...
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June 16, 2025 • 59 mins
In this episode of the Game of Gymnastics podcast, host Winston is joined by Tejal Patel, the Pathway Support Lead at British Gymnastics, who holds a PhD in training load, injury, growth, and maturation in gymnastics. Tejal shares insights into her role, emphasizing the importance of developing gymnasts not just as athletes but as well-rounded individuals. The conversation delves into the performance pathway in gymnastics, the sign...
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June 9, 2025 • 48 mins
In this episode of the Game of Gymnastics Podcast, host Winston engages in a lively Q&A session, answering a variety of questions submitted by listeners via Instagram. He shares insights into his personal experiences with injuries in gymnastics, discussing the frequency and recovery times associated with various injuries. Winston also reveals his favorite skills, the fun aspects of gymnastics, and the impact of joint strain over ti...
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June 2, 2025 • 81 mins
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In this episode of the Game of Gymnastics podcast, Winston interviews Frank Baines, a former international gymnast who represented Great Britain and Scotland for over 15 years. Frank shares his journey from a late starter in gymnastics to becoming the junior European champion in 2012 and competing at the Commonwealth Game...
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May 26, 2025 • 66 mins
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In this episode of the Game of Gymnastics podcast, host Winston Powell sits down with Scott Hann, a seasoned personal coach with 25 years of experience in gymnastics. Scott has coached notable gymnasts like Max Whitlock and Bryn Bevan and serves as the director of South Essex Gymnastics Club. The conversation delves into ...
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May 19, 2025 • 43 mins
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In this episode of The Game of Gymnastics Podcast, host Winston Powell shares an in-depth analysis of his routines from the recent British Championships. He discusses his experiences on various apparatus, including pommel horse, rings, vault, parallel bars, and horizontal bar, providing insights into his performance, challenges faced, and areas for improvement. Wi...
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May 12, 2025 • 55 mins
In this episode of the Gamer Gymnastics Podcast, host Winston sits down with Dan Keatings, a former GB gymnast and Olympian who competed in the 2008 Beijing Games. Dan shares highlights from his impressive career, including his journey through injuries, his silver medal at the 2009 World Championships, and his gold medal win at the 2014 Commonwealth Games. The conversation delves into Dan's early beginnings in gymnastics, the inten...
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May 5, 2025 • 45 mins
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Join us in this exciting episode of the Game of Gymnastics podcast as we sit down with Lee Woolls, the newly appointed national coach for men's artistic gymnastics at British Gymnastics. With 29 years of coaching experience and 17 years as the head coach of Birmingham Gymnastics Club, Lee shares his insights on what makes a ...
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April 28, 2025 • 49 mins
In this episode of the Game of Gymnastics podcast, host Winston Powell talks to Trigg Dudley, a Division 1 gymnast from the University of California, Berkeley, shares his journey from England to the U.S. and his transition to senior gymnastics. Trigg discusses the differences between training and competition environments in England and the States, highlighting the unique pressures of team competitions in the NCAA. He reflects on hi...
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April 21, 2025 • 75 mins
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In this episode of the Game of Gymnastics podcast, Felix Coomber, an ex-English National Squad member and two-time British champion, shares his unique journey in gymnastics and his experiences training in Japan. He discusses his early beginnings in the sport, the transition to elite competition, and the cultural differences ...
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April 14, 2025 • 69 mins
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Join us for an insightful episode of the Game of Gymnastics podcast as we sit down with David Hart, the Performance Director at British Gymnastics. With three years of experience leading the world-class program across all Olympic and non-Olympic disciplines, David shares his vision for the future of gymnastics in the UK.
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April 7, 2025 • 26 mins
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In this episode of the Gaming Gymnastics Podcast, host Winston Powell shares an in-depth account of his experience at the Welsh Championships, detailing his performance across all six apparatus in men's artistic gymnastics. He reflects on the highs and lows of his routines, including a standout floo...
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March 24, 2025 • 86 mins
In this episode of the Gamer Gymnastics Podcast, host Winston is joined by Daniel Purvis, an Olympic bronze medalist who played a pivotal role in the London 2012 Olympic team. Daniel shares his journey from a hyperactive child in Liverpool to a successful gymnast and now the owner of his own gymnastics club. He discusses the challenges he faced, including self-doubt and injuries, and how he overcame them through resilience and pass...
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