You can walk onto the mat like Tracy with your head down saying , “ There's no way I'll make this double full ( or double back or full - in ) ; I know I'll come up short . ” Or you can keep your head up and walk tall like Gina saying ...
Provides information for young gymnasts on training and fitness, as well as advice on how to maneuver on such gymnastic apparatus as the parallel bars, the uneven bars, the vault, and the balance beam.
Joanne Mattern. Tuck Jump To do a tuck jump : 1. Start with your feet together . As you jump straight up , drop your head forward , bend your knees , and bring them close to your face . 2. Swing your arms high and back . 3.
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Introduces the sport of gymnastics and describes the clothing, equipment, skills, and health benefits of the activity.
Dan Gutman's insider look at gymnastics has been fully updated to include the 1996 Olympics and is sure to enthrall aspiring gymnasts and devoted fans alike.
Provides information for young gymnasts on training and fitness, as well as advice on how to maneuver on such gymnastic apparatus as the parallel bars, the uneven bars, the vault, and the balance beam.
As Gymnastics continues to grow in popularity, there are many opportunities to participate as a gymnast, coach, judge or official. This book will be of interest to gymnasts in general and in artistic gymnastics in particular.
Whether you're just starting your tricks in the gym or an experienced gymnast looking to brush up on some skills before a big competition, these books will help you take your routine to the next level.
Gives a basic introduction to gymnastics, including a brief history of the sport and descriptions of essential exercises.
Describes basic and advanced maneuvers on parallel bars, horizontal bar, and rings as well as side horse and long horse vaulting.
This exciting new series explores different sports, describing how and where you play them as well as the equipment and kit you'll need. In this book you can find out all about gymnastics and learn how to develop your skills as a gymnast.
Gymnastics: Rules, Equipment and Key Routine Tips
Read More Carmichael, L. E. The Science Behind Gymnastics. Science of the Summer Olympics. North Mankato, MN: Capstone Press, 2016. Maurer, Tracy. First Source to Gymnastics: Rules, Equipment, and Key Routine Tips. First Sports Source.
Cartwheeling across the sofa, swinging from the banister, balancing perfectly on top of the neighbor's porch railing . . . is the next Nadia, Bart, Mary Lou, or Shannon a...
Young Readers Will Learn About Gymnastics Through Simple Sentences And Highly Supportive Pictures.
Pedagogical biomechanics has two overriding tasks – direct and reverse. The direct task consists of determining the biomechanical consequences of pedagogical actions, while the reverse task determines the pedagogical consequences of ...
Every gymnastics coach will want to add this book to his or her personal gymnastics library. Online course sold separately.
Gymnastics Require Dedication And Skill. See What Goes Into This Exceptional Sport. High Interest Informational Text To Support Rigor And Text Complexity.