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
2022 calls for some form of normalcy again! As clubs and facilities start to open back up again, gymnasts are able to go back to competing. Check out the following state events for the month of March. QLD: 5th: MAG SEQ Senior Control Test @ Gold Coast Gymnastics 5th: AER Premier Aerobics Invitational 5th-6th: WAG Premier L7-10 & Int Senior Invitational 6th: AER State Squad … Continue reading Gymnastics State Events for March 2022
There is no doubt that the pandemic has changed our daily routines, and trying to be consistent with our fitness or training regime has been difficult for many. If your motivation to exercise during the pandemic has waned, you’re not alone. Not only getting sick from COVID-19 has impacted people’s level of initiative to get back to their fitness routine, the on and off closure … Continue reading Getting Back into Training After A Long Break
Is your little one looking to start up gymnastics next year? Not entirely sure where to start in regards to preparation, mentally and physically? The Gym Spot has put together a list of things you need to know when your kid starts in the realm of gymnastics. Gymnastics is GREAT for physical health. Not only does it help with flexibility, strength and endurance, it also … Continue reading Starting Gymnastics? Here’s 5 Things You Need to Know
Meet Stevie, a level 4 gymnast and one of Gymnastics Direct’s newest ambassadors! Stevie loves gymnastics and encouraging people to try new skills! We are so excited to watch her work towards her goals. Read on to get to know her more. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Stevie Chmiel (@stevie_chmiel) What do you love most about gymnastics? I love learning new skills … Continue reading Insta- Famous: Stevie
Are you stuck for ideas when it comes to gifts for your little ones this festive season? Gymnastics Direct has a whole range of affordable gymnastics products you can purchase that are bound to make anyone happy! Sleigh your Christmas list and spread some cheer this holiday season with these 10 amazing gift ideas under $100. View this post on Instagram A post shared by … Continue reading 10 Christmas Gifts Ideas Under $100 with Gymnastics Direct
Hayden impressed us with his bubbly and outgoing personality in his ambassador video entry! We are super excited to welcome him to the Gymnastics Direct family and watch him build and grow his gymnastics skills. Continue reading to find out more about Hayden. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gymnastics Direct (@gymnasticsdirect) What do you love most about gymnastics? I love to … Continue reading Insta- Famous: Hayden
Introducing Sports Nutritionist Charli Robinson from Thrive Nutrition Co! Charli specialises in helping athletes of all levels, from your average gym goer, to high level competitive athletes, achieve their goals in terms of feeling good, looking good and performing well in their sport. Charli started working in the fitness industry around 6 years ago in a supplement store. “From day one I loved helping people … Continue reading Recovery Nutrition with Charli Robinson
Parallettes or parallel bars are essential pieces of equipment for gymnastics and calisthenics. They are a versatile tool for building your upper body and core strength, improving stability and balance, and for those training for parallel bar competition in gymnastics. Ready to begin your parallettes journey? The team at Pure MVMT, The Playground takes us through various exercises you can add to your home workout regime. View … Continue reading Parallettes Exercises for Beginners
At Gymnastics Direct, we are lucky to have an amazing group of young gymnasts as part of our Ambassador program. In the past 3 years, we have followed each athletes journey in the world of gymnastics whilst highlighting their achievements and goals within the sport. This week, we introduce you to one of our newest ambassadors, Piper! Piper trains at Niddrie Gymnastics and is currently … Continue reading Insta- Famous: Piper
