training strap Bars from mini-tramp

Ana Ocolisan

Don’t use any mini-tramp with a metal bar under the gymnast. There’s a risk they’ll land on metal, sooner or later.

Tkachev release drill

Drop the feet to generate counter rotation.

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Tamayo on Floor

Named for Charles León Tamayo, one of the 3 Cuban gymnasts who defected during the 2003 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships held in California.

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Hardest Skills – Cheng Fei

In many ways, Cheng Fei is my favourite Chinese gymnast all-time.

So unique!

A World Champion on Floor and Vault. Even in 2025, China is most competitive on Bars and Beam. They need the next Cheng Fei.

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Amari Celestine – Floor

This went 9.975, which led Missouri to the highest team score in program HISTORY.

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Bars – Back-in Double Full-out

Interesting. Very late initiation of twist.

Full – Full is easier IMHO.

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