Category: falling & landing

Amanar – Cheng Fei v Simone Biles

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Before Simone, Cheng Fei was the gymnast to emulate. Clearly Simone Biles further perfected the Amanar, finishing much earlier before landing.

I don’t normally recommend coaches study McKayla Maroney. Her wide arm, hands turned out technique is extreme.

stuck landings on Vault

The most impressive stuck landings — for me — are Vault landings.

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memorable MAG stuck landings

I certainly agree with on this list.

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Kyle Shewfelt’s stuck double double to win Floor at the 2004 Olympics is another highlight.

Shang Chunsong’s fall at Chinese Nationals

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Chase Capps – Floor

She knows how to land.

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Oklahoma as a team tries to mark a safe landing position … then move slowly and gracefully into the College girl salute. OU obviously trains it this way.

Spieth Floor is “bouncy”

I’m worried for the Women’s prelims tomorrow.

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inflatable landing mats

If you need to move or store landing mats regularly, consider this large portable mat from Tumble Air.

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the main downside of inflatable over foam is durability. Foam lasts much longer during average use.

The main advantage is portability.