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
This week, we’ve asked Ellie a few questions to get to know her a little bit more! Read through to find out why she loves gymnastics, who her biggest inspirations are and the things that make her happy. https://www.instagram.com/tv/CUPZltzhd7-/ What do you love most about gymnastics? I love everything about gymnastics especially getting new skills and having fun with my friends. Where and how often … Continue reading Insta- Famous: Ellie
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
A horizontal bar is an apparatus used within various elements of artistic gymnastics. Examples of such are Uneven Bar (WAG), High Bar and Parallel Bar (MAG). Whilst competition bar units need to conform to FIG specifications, home use bars are made in smaller sizes (width and length) to suit the needs and space limitations of the home environment. Most of these bar units are portable … Continue reading Best Gymnastics Bar For Your Gymnast
The Gym Spot looks at retired artistic gymnast Mykayla Skinner, who took home the silver medal in vault at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo. Born in 1994, Skinner started in the sport of gymnastics in 2000. Her reason for starting was that she was heavily influenced by her sisters. She made her first debut in 2012, where she joined the US Senior National Team. … Continue reading From The Vault: MyKayla Skinner
