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Breathing techniques for Calm and Focus with Dr. Sue Jackson
This week, Dr. Sue Jackson takes a look at the ways breathing techniques can benefit athletes in achieving a calm and focused mind, therefore, achieving their best results. Breathing – for calm & focus While we are always breathing, we are often not aware of how we are breathing. Breathing is the gateway to…
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October 30th-November 6th State Events
Check out the events happening near you this week! Don’t forget to message us if we’ve missed an event you’re attending this week!
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Psychological Imagery and Visualisation for Gymnasts with Dr. Sue Jackson
This week, sports Psychologist Dr. Sue Jackson takes us through the physical and mental benefits of taking time to mentally prepare for routines and performances and the most beneficial ways to master this technique. Imagery Imagery, or Visualisation, is a popular psychological skill used by gymnasts looking for a mental edge. For anyone who…
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From the Vault: Shannon Miller
Shannon Miller performs with unmatched elegance and grace -flying through the air in a seemingly effortless manner. Miller now spends her time partnering with brands that focus on inspiring healthy living in young athletes and supporting struggling women. How do you think this particular routine compares to the routines of today? Leave a comment…
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Insta-famous: Lia
Our new segment “Insta-famous” features one of our Instagram followers every week and takes a close look at how they use social media for their gymnastics journey. Our first insta-famous post features Instagram user @lia._.flipzz ! Lia’s Instagram includes videos she’s filmed at home with the help of her favourite products. Lia says she…
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October 3rd-9th Gymnastics Events
Pretty quiet one around the country this week following National Clubs! Are there any smaller events happening near you? Let us know!
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Find the Perfect Air Track for your Gymnast
Are you (or your child) involved in cheerleading, gymnastics or acrobatics? Chances are you have come across an air track. Air tracks (air floors, air mats, air tumbling runs) let you to perform practice more repetition with less impact, meaning greater success. Add in their fun factor and portability, it’s no wonder they continue…
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Brand Ambassadors
Brand ambassadors offer countless benefits to both businesses, consumers and the ambassadors themselves. As a way of providing positive word of mouth, expanding company-consumer relationships and increasing brand approachability, brand ambassadors are an absolute necessity in the world of social media. This week we’re taking a moment to talk to one of Gymnastics Direct’s…
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Club Focus: Melbourne Acrobatic Gymnastics Academy
With a mission to teach children to thrive through movement and activity, MAGA is an acrobatic and gymnastics club located in Melbourne’s South East that values the “physical, social and emotional competence” that gymnastics can bring to peoples lives. Director and Owner of MAGA, Steph Fuller, has taken the time to answer our Club…
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From the Vault: Svetlana Boginskaya
Arguably the best floor routine of her career, Svetlana Boginskaya dazzles the crowd of the 1989 World Championships with her effortless mix of attitude and elegance. How do you think this routine compares to those of today? Leave a comment and let us know!