WALL workout challenge

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stretching the front of the ankle

Of course there are some risks overdoing these kinds of drills.

Ortho resident physician here:

Although I love a gorgeous toe-extension line in artistic activities, this sort of technique, commonly used with gymnastis coaches can be quite destructive to the extensor tendons and stabilizing ligaments of the foot and ankle.

Often, relying on this method can easily lead to ankle and foot instability, premature osteoarthritis, and what is known colloquially as “turf toe” in athletes.

This method discussed by Ms. Mary-Lee Tracy relies on brute force, ergo passive plantar flexion as opposed to active plantar flexion (which athletes are using mid-maneuver).

I encourage techniques that involve active extension and strengthening, rather than brute force, to avoid unnecessary damage to athletes’ feet and ankles.

World Record Vertical Jump – Darius Clark

A NEW record (I believe) on a Mr. Beast VIDEO.

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Climber Magnus Midtbø tries Gymnastics 😀

Magnus Midtbø was a competitive climber. Very fit.,

Today he’s best known for his popular YouTube channel. Like many good athletes before him — Magnus was surprised at just how difficult it is to do simple Gymnastics skills.

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Jackie Bender on Beam

Still legendary after decades, Canada’s Jackie Bender did the most advanced 1-arm handstand work ever competed on Beam.

A new article by Sarah Firth links to details of her career and videos.

The Round-off Roundup: Jackie Bender and her handstands

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related – The Medal Count – Jackie Bender

Tate McRae challenge

Many on the interwebs are trying this dance sequence. Including Ellie and Will Black.

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How to Save Youth Sports: A Manifesto

Parents in 2025 are worried about peer pressure, teen mental health, teen addiction to screens, and even childhood obesity.

As coaches, our goal is that kids get hooked on fitness and achievement through sport. Being an athlete is one of the best ways to grow up.

Here’s a terrific article by Steve Magness for your parents:

How to Save Youth Sports: A Manifesto

Sports are a great way to establish basic psychological needs: autonomy; mastery and skill development; mattering and belonging

Nobody remembers (or cares) if you won your first-grade league championship.

Youth sports should be about having a space for kids to challenge themselves healthily and explore their interests and limits.

Youth sports should be a place where kids can learn how to be a good teammate, navigate conflict, and develop tools to regulate their emotions.

Perhaps most of all, youth sports should be about developing a positive relationship with physical health and fitness. …

Have you heard of Hyrox Fitness competitions?

I like it better than CrossFit.

HYROX is an indoor fitness competition that combines 8 kilometres (5.0 mi) of running and 8 workout stations, alternating between running and functional exercises.

It bills itself as “The World Series of Fitness Racing” and “A sport for Everybody”

Launched in Germany 2018.

Lauren Weeks is a multiple World Champion.

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