The internet makes it very obtainable to look at a gymnastics video. If you miss watching your favorite US Women's Gymnastics on television you can most than likely locate the video from several different area's on the internet. I remember in 1984 Mary Lou Retton was competing and the evening that she took the gold, I was at the hospital giving birth to my oldest son. I asked for a television in the room but this alerted the nurse. For some...more
When you begin to start doing gymnastics its alright to start learning in shorts and a t-shirt. Soon you will have to go looking for a leotard for gymnastics. You can buy this item from several locations. If you are taking gymnastic lessons you might want to talk with your gymnastics coach before deciding on this purchase. Sometimes they sell them inside the facility or the gym itself may have a supplier that may be giving discounts or bulk rate...more
Athleticism (athletic gymnastics)- A system of exercises with free weights or with their own weight.Athleticism without iron, only the horizontal bar and BARS. In recent years the movement has begun to develop "horizontal bar and parallel bars," "Bandit training"., where power and beauty of the body is achieved only through the exercises on the horizontal bar and parallel bars.The museum of ancient Greek city of Olympia is kept stone weighing 143.5 kilograms with the inscription: "Bibon lifted me over the head with one hand." This achievement is attributed to the strongman IV century BC. Even then, exercises with heavy objects as members of the natural movements like running, jumping, throwing. The right to participate in the competitions received, only those athletes who were able to raise a massive cargo lying on the main square of Athens.The ancient Romans there were special exercises with the objects for training muscles. From them come down to us in its original form circus genre - power tumbling.In medical books of II century BC, described the recommendations on the use of strength training for the development of...more
As has been pointed out by many authorities, Salaat which is the Arabic word for Namaz can also be said to have been derived from SILAA which is a noun of the verb WASAL, denoting meeting. This meaning is quite appropriate as, in Namaz, the process it to lose oneself in the oneness of...more
Gymnasts have rock-hard physiques that can make any body-builder squirm with envy. Protein diet has a track record of giving them performance boost while attuning their bodies to rigorous gymnastic routines. "I used to think it was all about carbs, carbs, carbs to get the energy," said...more
Children love to have a positive release for all of their energy. Often, it is difficult for parents to find a positive outlet for energetic children. A gymnastics training program might just be exactly what an active child needs in order to provide a positive release for his or her energy. The fact of the matter is that while gymnastics training will serve as an outlet for energy, it does several other positive things for children also. One very positive aspect that comes from getting children involved with gymnastics would be improved social skills. Children who are provided the opportunity to engage with other children socially are children who will learn the necessary social skills they need to get them through life. When children are not provided with social opportunities, it is much harder for them to learn social skills. Self esteem is an important quality that every child should learn to obtain. Many children get increased self esteem when they excel at something they enjoy, like gymnastics. Children who are able to improve themselves physically and socially while excelling in gymnastics will undoubtedly experience a self-esteem boost that will help them to have a better...more
One of the biggest misconceptions, when it comes to rolling within the Ninja's self defense arts, is the belief that Ninja rolling is the same as that found in sport gymnastics. And, while many of the skills are indeed similar, the reality is that...more
At the start of our discussion, we have a situation where you are considering getting a gymnastics tutor for your kids. Several factors could be motivating you in this direction. It...more
Gymnastics is an individual and a group sport that mainly uses balance, flexibility, strength, coordination and concentration while executing floor exercises with grace. Here are some key gymnastics moves to practice to enhance skills and develop...more
Gymnastics is an individual and a group sport that mainly uses balance, flexibility, strength, coordination and concentration while executing floor exercises with grace. Here are some...more
Gymnastics in a unique sport to develop a proper strength training plan for. Gymnasts have incredible neuromuscular connections. Gymnastics requires, strength, power, flexibility, speed, and complete control over the...more
If you've been watching the Olympics, and who hasn't, than you're sure to have witnessed a least some of the various gymnastic events. There is no question about the strength and skill...more