#3 – The Couch Gymnast magazine

CONTENTS

Question of the Month: Defining Gymnastics Moments

The Return of Russian Artistry- An Interview with Anastasia Grishina by Chris

The problem with F.I.G- World Gym Rank creator, Matt Esler, tells the Couch Gymnast his candid opinion of the state of gymnastics.

A New Gymnastics Star- the story of Jennifer Khwela

Doing it “the Russian Way”-The life and philosophy of Leonid Arkaev by Ashlyn.

Romania: Improving with Age- Some delicious insight, analysis and funny anecdotes from the Romanian International by Bea.

Snapshots of Jesolo- Some impressions of the Italian performance at Jesolo and what it means for Italy’s future prospects. by Giuly.

A New Era for Portugal- The story of Portugal’s attempts at qualifying an Olympic team, by Ines.

China Learns to Shine- A brief history of the evolution of China on floor from Suna Sekioglu.

Amy’s Gym Diary- Amy is still plugging away in the gym and getting flown around the countryside to film for Gymnastike!

The List: Lost Girls Part 2- The remainder of Bea’s list of Romanian talents who never got to truly shine.

Photo Album- Some pictures from Jesolo, some more Grishina Photos and Bea’s snaps from the Romanian International

The Quiz- test your gym knowledge.

PHOTO FUN- More laughs from this months Pac Rims.

check it out – #3 – The Couch Gymnast magazine