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Advice for Gymnasts

Motivational and Inspirational Gymnastics Quotes

On a surface level, gymnastics is a complex sport that requires strength, flexibility and agility. But it also requires athletes to have patience, develop perseverance and be open-minded about the sport and opportunities that might come their way. Despite what we see at the Olympics or any other competition, there is a lot of preparation mentally AND physically that goes on behind the scenes. Whether … Continue reading Motivational and Inspirational Gymnastics Quotes

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Tips to Master Your Handstand with Flying Yogis

Are you struggling to do a handstand? Don’t worry! Yogi Amanda & Little Yogi Rani is here to help you. From various strength exercises to drills, the team at Flying Yogis shows us their top 10 tips to help you nail your handstand and improve your balance in no time! To be able to do a handstand, you need to build your core and shoulder strength. Core and … Continue reading Tips to Master Your Handstand with Flying Yogis

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Gymnastics Competition Prep Tips for Parents and Gymnasts

Competitions can be nerve-racking even for the most seasoned competitors (and their parents too) – so we thought we would give some tips and hints for a smooth competition day! Here is a list of competition prep tips for both gymnasts and parents, in order to help make competition time as stress-free as possible. 1. Get up early and have a nutritious breakfast. Ensure that … Continue reading Gymnastics Competition Prep Tips for Parents and Gymnasts

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How To Strap an Ankle using Rigid Tape

According to Nationwide Children’s, a blog written by pediatric experts, most studies show that using tape can significantly decrease the incidence and severity of ankle sprains. Besides the physical support that taping can offer to an ankle, taping can also increase proprioception (the body’s ability to know where it is in space) and helps improve the overall control of the ankle. In the final episode of … Continue reading How To Strap an Ankle using Rigid Tape

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How To Strap a Knee: Rigid vs. Kinesiology Tape

In the second episode of our Strapping Tape Series, we welcome back Bri Ritchie, a Strength and Conditioning Coach and a Level 2 Sports Trainer based in Newcastle, NSW! Today, she will be showing us how to adequately strap a knee, with both rigid and kinesiology tape. To watch our first episode on how to strap a wrist using both tapes, click here.  Kinesiology tape, … Continue reading How To Strap a Knee: Rigid vs. Kinesiology Tape

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Things To Do These Easter School Holidays

With lockdowns now a mere memory and restrictions lifted means that there are more opportunities to get out and have some fun these school holidays. From where you should go to what you should do, these fun activities will sure to keep the kids busy and entertained for hours. Time to recoup before the next school term starts! 1. Easter egg hunt It’s that time … Continue reading Things To Do These Easter School Holidays

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How to Strap a Wrist: Kinesiology vs Rigid Tape

Comp season is well and truly amongst us! It is important for athletes and coaches to understand how to strap adequately and know what type of tape to use for injury or optimal performance. Pulled muscles, tendons, and sprains are some of the most common injuries that arise in the sports of gymnastics, acrobatics and cheerleading. Finding the right tape to suit your needs can … Continue reading How to Strap a Wrist: Kinesiology vs Rigid Tape

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Backward Roll Extension Drills

A back extension roll is an important skill progression. The motion of lifting your body with your shoulders extended is very similar to when you learn how to do a giant on the bars. Whilst mastering the overall movement of a back extension roll can be quite daunting, our friends at Beats Per Minute Performing Arts show us some progressive drills that can assist and … Continue reading Backward Roll Extension Drills

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Exercises to Improve Mobility for Gymnasts

Mobility is the ability to move freely without any additional strain or tension on the joints. It will allow an athlete to achieve a better and much wider range of movement. Mobility is also heavily linked to an individual’s underlining joint health and allows a gymnast or athlete to complete movements in flow without causing any strain or potential joint-related injuries. A large amount of … Continue reading Exercises to Improve Mobility for Gymnasts

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Benefits of Flexibility

Stretching your muscles and joints offers various physical benefits, most especially in the sport of gymnastics. It allows your muscles to loosen up and achieve their full range of motion, helping athletes’ overall performance and functional capabilities. From simple morning stretches to partaking in activities such as yoga, read on as to why you should start including flexibility training as part of your weekly exercise … Continue reading Benefits of Flexibility

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