You know that moment when you sit down, take a deep breath, and suddenly realize how exhausted you are? That’s me right now. Absolutely. Wiped. Out.Between running a club, judging courses, competitions, and keeping up with the endless demands of gymn...

Well, 2025 has arrived—and let me tell you, it didn’t tiptoe in quietly. Nope, it kicked down the door, dumped a pile of work on my desk, and reminded me that those “New Year, New Me” resolutions? Yeah, they don’t happen by themselves. Work: 1, Fran:...

Let me guess—your little gymnast can’t stop pretending the floor is a balance beam. They’re tiptoeing across couch cushions, leaping over imaginary lines, and occasionally crashing into furniture like it’s part of their routine. Sound familiar? I’ve ...

Hello there, gymnastics parents!First off, a warm welcome to Beyond the Mat! I’m Francesca—mum to my little gymnast, Kate, and someone who’s juggled more roles than I care to admit! As a former gymnast myself, an entrepreneur, and the owner of severa...