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Together We Can Leotard Means More

Together We Can Leotard Means More

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Written by Janine Winters
Together we can give back to every gymnast in the US. It starts right here with our limited-edition Together We Can leotard, offered for a limited time to celebrate our resilient gymnastics community, and raise funds for USAG Regional Education programs.
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Guest Post: Anna Kojac, Mental Toughness Coach for Gymnasts

Guest Post: Anna Kojac, Mental Toughness Coach for Gymnasts

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Written by Janine Winters
Self-love is an important aspect of gymnastics training. Read this Guest Post from Anna Kojac, M.Ed, about why self love is important and  how can parents and coaches foster self-love in gymnasts for resiliency and determination for a lifetime.
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Female Empowerment Leotard Collection

Female Empowerment Leotard Collection

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Written by Janine Winters
We know — and we want all girls to know — that when we embrace our authentic selves and show up for one other, there is no limit to what we can achieve.
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Custom Gymnastics Apparel for Your Team or Group, Now Easier than Ever

Custom Gymnastics Apparel for Your Team or Group, Now Easier than Ever

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Written by Janine Winters
We'll host your pre-sale of custom gymnastics apparel on our website, selling on your behalf 24/7. We handle all of the ordering, payment processing, and individual fulfillment, so you don't have to.
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Guest Post: Gena + Jennalyn

Guest Post: Gena + Jennalyn

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Written by Janine Winters
In this guest post, Gena Abong shares the story of her daughter's introduction to gymnastics at ...
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Guest Post: Gymnastics is 90% Mental

Guest Post: Gymnastics is 90% Mental

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Written by Janine Winters
Guest writer and gymnastics coach Mary Reiss Farias shares why she believes not all coaches give ample time and care in instruction around mental aspects of gymnastics training, and offers resources for coaches who want to bring more mental training into their practices.
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Give Confidence with these Sophisticated Leotards

Give Confidence with these Sophisticated Leotards

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Written by Janine Winters
Confidence never goes out of style. We’re shining a light on some of the best confidence-inspiring gymnastics apparel for a more sophisticated mood. ive her a new leotard that will remind her of her strength, natural beauty, and endurance to see it through.
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Black Friday Sale, 2020

Black Friday Sale, 2020

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Written by Janine Winters
30% off site-wide!  Shop New styles, Gymnast Gift Sets, Activewear, and Masks. Support this women-owned small business and get them gifts that inspire confidence and fun.
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Give Activewear

Give Activewear

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Written by Janine Winters
We focused on gymnasts and the way they move when we created Destira activewear sports bras and shorts. Designed by former gymnasts to be worn in tandem with our super comfortable leotards, our activewear provides a complementary fit she’ll appreciate during her workouts and beyond.
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Holiday Gifts for your Gymnast, Coach, Teacher, and Family

Holiday Gifts for your Gymnast, Coach, Teacher, and Family

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Written by Janine Winters
2020 Holidays may look different this year, but they are not canceled! Check out Destira's gift ideas for your Gymnast, Coaches, Teachers, Family, and Friends -- including our curated Gymnast Gift Sets and Gifts Under $25. 💙🎁
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Guest Post: Have Fun and Be Strong

Guest Post: Have Fun and Be Strong

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Written by Janine Winters
Destira Star Stella shared this with us at the end of July 2020. Stella’s writing is a perfect reminder of why we are here — passion for gymnastics and desire to support and empower youth is at the heart of what we do at Destira. Our work is for the young athletes who love the experience of being a gymnast.  Thank you for sharing, Stella!
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Guest Post: Never Quit on a Bad Day

Guest Post: Never Quit on a Bad Day

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Written by Janine Winters
Off-days — when you can't believe you ever loved this sport that is so mentally and physically challenging, and think you might be better suited to badminton instead — are part of gymnastics. Quit, if that's right for you, but not when you're down.
Today Guest Contributor Laura Battle shares her story about encouraging her gymnast to persevere after a bad day at practice.
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Guest Post: Becoming the Best Gym Parent for Your Athlete

Guest Post: Becoming the Best Gym Parent for Your Athlete

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Written by Janine Winters
Guest writer Anna shares her story of a big perspective shift in how she shows up for her 10-year-old gymnast.
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Donation 2019-2020 Snapshot

Donation 2019-2020 Snapshot

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Written by Janine Winters
When you purchase a leotard or accessory from Destira, you're helping us to do good in our community. Here's a snapshot of how we've been giving and who we have been giving to in 2019 and 2020.
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Please help me find my kids' face masks

Please help me find my kids' face masks

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Written by Janine Winters

Our Project Manager Janine’s face masks are disappearing faster than single socks in a clothes dryer and she needs your advice. Read our latest blog post for what she’s tried already and share your strategies for family face mask storage, while she looks under the kids’ beds…again!

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Team Halloween Costume Favorites

Team Halloween Costume Favorites

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Written by Janine Winters
Halloween is such a favorite time at Destira that it’s a whole season, not just a single day. From initial brainstorming in Spring and Summer, to launching the Costume Shop in early fall, we really love creating Halloween Leotards and wearing costumes of our own.
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Guest Post: Overcoming the Odds

Guest Post: Overcoming the Odds

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Written by Janine Winters
Kaelyn is a ten-year-old level 4 gymnast in the JO program at Virginia Elite Gymnastics Academy. She loves gymnastics even though she has some atypical challenges in building strength and skills. We love your positive attitude and determined spirit, Kaeyln!
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Introducing Destira's New Never Stop Dreaming Gymnastics Leotard Collection

Introducing Destira's New Never Stop Dreaming Gymnastics Leotard Collection

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Written by Janine Winters
The best gymnastics leotards now available in three new, whimsical styles to put a smile on your face. The Never Stop Dreaming collection features sparkling unicorns, friendly robots, tropical-toned dinosaurs,  leaping kitties, and tripe-stacked ice cream cones to make your gymnast smile.
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gymSAFE Healthy Gymnast Symposium Recap

gymSAFE Healthy Gymnast Symposium Recap

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Written by Janine Winters
Do you know about gymSAFE yet? Read on about all of the incredible speakers at their 4th annual Healthy Gymnast Symposium, and then get to know the organization better by visiting their website and social media. gymSAFE’s mission is to provide gymnastics professionals and athletes with the tools and knowledge to prevent gymnastics-related injuries, increasing safety in the sport of gymnastics.
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Donating Masks to Youth Empowerment Organizations

Donating Masks to Youth Empowerment Organizations

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Written by Janine Winters
Your face mask purchase makes a difference. For every 3-pack of masks purchased, we donate one mask to an organization working to empower and uplift youth. Our first two donation partners are Project Avary in CA and Cool Girls in GA. Who should we donate to next?
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Guest Post: Back to Gym after 83 Days Away

Guest Post: Back to Gym after 83 Days Away

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Written by Janine Winters
Guest post by Kyleigh Giraldo, a ten-year-old competitive gymnast living in Virginia. Kyleigh shares about her experience participating in weekly video workouts with her teammates and coaches, and working through a mental block when in-person practice resumed. Thank you, Kyleigh!
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Caring for Your Reusable Cloth Face Mask

Caring for Your Reusable Cloth Face Mask

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Written by Janine Winters
When and how should you take your face mask off? How should reusable cloth face masks be washed? How many face masks should you own? Following advice from Johns Hopkins Medicine, here are our recommendations about the wear and care of your reusable face masks.
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At-Home Challenges for Gymnasts

At-Home Challenges for Gymnasts

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Written by Janine Winters
Whether or not you’re back to the gym this summer, there are plenty of hours in a day to keep building strength and stamina while having fun. Try these activities with a sibling, parent, or friend. Create a leader board and track your progress over time for some friendly competition!
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Why We Wear Face Masks for Coronavirus

Why We Wear Face Masks for Coronavirus

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Written by Janine Winters
A properly-fitted cotton mask will, when worn correctly, contain most of those potentially-infectious droplets, so that we can say it, but not spray it. Here's some science about that, and what makes Destira face masks so great.
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We Want YOU to Write for Destira!

We Want YOU to Write for Destira!

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Written by Janine Winters
We're adding new voices to our blog! Do you want to be a featured contributor? Destira is especially interested in submissions including underrepresented perspectives in gymnastics. Read on to learn more and get in touch.
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Ideas for Time Capsules and Journals

Ideas for Time Capsules and Journals

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Written by Janine Winters
You’re living through history right now, and whether you want to document your experience for posterity or add another tool to your kit to think things through, creating a time capsule or a journal can do both! Download our time capsule printables and find lots of tips on creating all kinds of journals.
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Adapting Through These Unique Times

Adapting Through These Unique Times

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Written by Janine Winters
Since we have the pleasure to work with clients and customers nationwide, we wanted to be sure to provide needed products and services to our all customers, in whichever phase of staying home or reopening they are in.
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We are here. We are working to do better. We are listening and learning.

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Written by Janine Winters
There are no words we can write to make this better, but we are dedicated to being stronger advocates for change.  We know we can only grow from the discomfort of hard conversations, learning, and understanding.
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Destira is a Proud Beam Queen Boot Camp Partner

Destira is a Proud Beam Queen Boot Camp Partner

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Written by Janine Winters
Have you seen the 2020 BQBC leo yet?! With our shared missions of empowerment and love for the sport of gymnastics, Beam Queen Boot Camp and Destira make strong partners in designing and producing bold and modern BQBC custom leotards for four years and counting!
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United 2020 Fundraising Leotard

United 2020 Fundraising Leotard

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Written by Janine Winters
The major events of 2020 haven’t gone as we expected, but we’re still here to stand strong with our gym partners, athletes, and the national gymnastics community. Clubs across the country are showing their community spirit by customizing our iconic Defy Gravity leotard.
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Introducing Our Sun Rising Collection with a BOGO 50% Sale!

Introducing Our Sun Rising Collection with a BOGO 50% Sale!

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Written by Janine Winters
Our Sun Rising collection is about optimism, calm, and strength. These perfect-fitting gymnastics leotards celebrate new beginnings and your confidence in facing them.
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Mother's Day, 2020

Mother's Day, 2020

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Written by Janine Winters
We’re all really earning that Mother of The Year Award this year, aren’t we? Fellow Mothers, we see you, we appreciate you, we salute you. For adapting to whatever your “new normal” looks like today. We're so grateful to be on your team.
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Creative Coloring Calisthenics

Creative Coloring Calisthenics

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Written by Janine Winters
Download and print these free coloring pages and leotard design templates and enjoy an easy crafternoon with Destira!
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Fresh Air Workout for Gymnasts

Fresh Air Workout for Gymnasts

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Written by Janine Winters
Take your strength-building, cardio-pumping, balance-refining awesome-gymnast moves out of doors with yoga in the grass, hill sprints, and jump ropes! 
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Visualization for Gymnasts

Visualization for Gymnasts

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Written by Janine Winters
Effective visualization can help gymnasts learn, gain confidence, and even improve your coordination. We'll walk you through it. Plus, an invitation to join Valorie Kondos Field and Jill Hicks at their Success Summit for Gymnasts and Parents. Register here!
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Stay Connected, Share Your Wins

Stay Connected, Share Your Wins

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Written by Janine Winters
Our 500th custom leotard design, new Digital Pro Shop Program, and some beautiful bread. We're celebrating our wins online—how do you stay connected and share your good news?
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