Category: Gymnastics

Cinematic Gymnastics Documentary – Casimir Schmidt

Casimir Schmidt is a four-time Dutch national all-around champion (2013, 2019, 2023–24). He represented the Netherlands at the 2024 Summer Olympics. Finishing 13th AA.

Did Casimir retire after Paris? NOPE. He’s training towards 2028 Los Angeles.

The documentary talks about him missing the 2026 and Tokyo Olympic teams.

Like many gymnastics, Casimir suffered from what we now call the “twisties“.

This film was created without the use of AI.

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Skye’s Double Front on Floor

Best I’ve seen in … years.

BEST of the best Vaults at NCAA Nationals

Of many fantastic vaults, College Gym News Judge’s Inquiry likes Lily Pederson‘s best.

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Trent Milligan – Gymnastics Spiderman

Trent Milligan is an elite Canadian gymnast — and Spiderman.

You can hire Spiderman for your child’s birthday — or Bachelorette party. 😀

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Kaliya Lincoln – Double Layout

Best Double Layout in the world? … I won’t argue.

Kaliya is a fantastic tumbler. Great jumps, as well.

Ilia Zaika – Rings

Born in Ukraine, Ring specialist Ilia Zaika competes for AIN.

Incredible strength work.

Recently he won the 2026 Baku World Cup with a score of 14.600, ahead of three-time Olympic medalist Eleftherios Petrounias.

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And at Russian Championships 2026.

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Inside Japanese Gymnastics (3)

zhoxxyy ➙ continued deep dive into WHY the Japanese men have been so successful.

The 3rd part of “Inside Japanese Gymnastics” examines the evolution of Japanese gymnastics, focusing on legendary figures such as Kōhei Uchimura, Kenzō Shirai and Daiki Hashimoto.

It highlights their unique training methods, Dr. Sho Itoh’s coaching insights, and the cultural philosophy of “Shuhari” that guides athletes’ development.

You have to read this for yourself:

Inside Japanese Gymnastics (3)