Category: physical preparation

USA TOPs Testing

tops-gymnasticsTOPs (Talent Opportunity Program) is a talent search and educational program for female gymnasts ages 7-10 and their coaches.

The TOPs Gymnastics Program: All the Details

TOPS is a good program for some girls, but not all girls. There are many “talented” children who do not score highest. Especially those lacking flexibility, but with plenty of power.

The article does discuss the pros and cons of participating in testing competitions.

physical preparation for young gymnasts

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Kate Foster – Good Morning America

Kate Foster lost her leg to a leukemia-related infection when she was 12, but she didn’t let that stop her from becoming a competitive gymnast.

“I’ve never really found anything that I’ve loved more,” Foster, now 16, told ABC News. …

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Helen Hu’s unique skills

She’s very well spoken for her age. 🙂

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Floor routine at Nastia Cup. (VIDEO)

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Simone Biles – Muscle Beach

California, baby. 🙂

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