I love the warm-ups posted online by Gymcats Gym Dance Cheer.
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Category: physical preparation
about Foam Rolling
Dave Tilley:
… Foam rolling, lacrosse ball work, stick massages, and other tools are being seen all across practice and competition floors during warm-ups.
… People go crazy with polar opposites on this topic saying foam rolling is either a miracle or completely useless. Spoiler alert, it’s probably somewhere in the middle. I’m clearly more on the pro side …
THE “WHY, WHAT, AND HOW” FOR SOFT TISSUE CARE IN GYMNASTS
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related – A Meta-Analysis of the Effects of Foam Rolling on Performance and Recovery
handstand for beginners
These graphics might be useful for you.
The tutorial itself is for general fitness, not Gymnastics.
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Backflip Box Jumps
A great progression. Excellent challenge.
How FAST can you rotate?
Good leg conditioning. Excellent practice at what to do when under-rotating.
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retired gymnasts v body builders
preseason conditioning
Helen Hu = Artistry
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V-up to V-sit series
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Hamstring Curls
Many gymnasts have weak hamstrings relative to quad strength. Including exercises like this helps reduce the imbalance.
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Bar Muscle-ups
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Laura is a former gymnast, current fitness enthusiast, and full time physical therapist.
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