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Beginners trying handstands inevitably arch. After much training, most competitive gymnasts end up in positions something like this.
Dr. Dave Tilley looks at why most gymnasts don’t have great line in handstand – Assessing and Fixing The Dreaded “Pike Arch” Handstand: 6 Issues To Consider
The most complete coaching resource is the Handstand Homework Book. ($20)
Stefanie Gatin, 7, trains with the Panthers Gymnastics Club (Winnipeg) …
She got the opportunity through Barbie’s You Can Be Anything Campaign to become a CFL coach for the day. …
Click PLAY or watch the boys STRETCH on Facebook.
(via Marian Gymnastics)
If you want to compete with the Team USA, you’d best be VERY strong.
Strength to weight ratio is critical.
related – WHY OLYMPIC GYMNASTS DON’T HAVE TO BE SUPER SKINNY ANYMORE
via Gymternet Clan
Heart this photo on Instagram. 🙂
Click PLAY or watch it on YouTube. LOTS of physical preparation in this edit.
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Thanks Mary.
Todd Gardiner designed these to fit kids. Many of the commercially available alternatives are too heavy and bulky.
Click PLAY or watch it on YouTube.
You could pick up a set at Congress in San Jose. Or order a set online. ($75)
Click PLAY or watch it on Facebook. Gulp.
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