Finding Joy & Confidence after Injury with Rebekah Bean Ripley

There is nothing more heartbreaking than watching an athlete lose the sport they love to injury. The pain is not only physical but also emotional. For many gymnasts, it can feel like their confidence disappears right along with their routines.In this week’s episode of the PerformHappy Podcast, I sit down with former BYU gymnast Rebekah Bean Ripley, known for her viral Barbie Girl floor routine. Rebekah shares her journey through back and ACL injuries, the long and emotional rehab process, and how she found her way back to joy in gymnastics.She opens up about the mindset shift that helped her release the pressure of outcomes and reconnect with the fun of performing. Rebekah’s story is full of hope and real tools for athletes working through fear and for parents trying to support them through tough seasons.We also talk about how Rebekah is now mentoring young athletes and giving back the encouragement she received during her own recovery. Her story shows that setbacks can lead to strength and that joy can return even after heartbreak.In this episode, you will hear• How Rebekah worked through back and ACL injuries • The mindset shift that helped her find joy again • Simple tools for fear and rebuilding confidence • Support tips for parents of injured athletes • How Rebekah is mentoring the next generation of gymnastsWith resilience, you can do anything. You just keep showing up, keep putting one foot in front of the other. - Rebekah Bean RipleyLearn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through Mental Blocks" Order your copy today: https://a.co/d/g990BurFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/complete_performance/Join my FaceBook page: https://www.facebook.com/completeperformancecoaching/Check out my website: https://completeperformancecoaching.com/Write to me! Email: [email protected] to help your athlete overcome fears and mental blocks while gaining unstoppable confidence? Discover the transformative power of PerformHappy now. If your athlete is struggling or feeling left behind, it's time for a change. Are you ready? For more info and to sign up: PerformHappy.com