- How useful is parkour?
Parkour, also known as freerunning, is a physical discipline that involves training to overcome obstacles in an efficient and fluid manner. It is a form of training that combines … - Why Do Gymnasts Compete Barefoot? (answered)Gymnastics is unusual compared to most sports because gymnasts usually compete barefoot. Shoes restrict the natural movement of the foot especially the ability to fully point toes which is …
- Is Parkour Hard to Learn?
Learning a new sport will be hard no matter what. Parkour is a particularly hard sport to master as it can involve performing extreme jumps, flips and rolls in … - Gymnastics v Parkour (which is better?)
Many people notice the similarities between gymnastics and parkour and ask which one is better. The straightforward answer is that it depends on personal choice. In this article, I … - Is 30 Too Old to Start Gymnastics?
No, 30 is not too old to start gymnastics! Gymnastics is a sport that can be enjoyed by anyone regardless of age or ability which is easy to forget … - Which Gymnastics Event is the Easiest?
There are lots of different events in gymnastics and each one belongs to a particular discipline. Lots of people wonder which gymnastics event is the easiest, but this is … - Is There a Height Limit for Gymnastics?
Lots of people look at the small and stocky build of elite gymnasts and wonder if there is a height limit for gymnastics. The answer is that there is … - Why Do Gymnasts Use Chalk? (explained!)
Carefully placed chalk bowls at gymnastics training sessions and competitions are a familiar sight, but have you ever wondered why gymnasts use chalk? Chalk can be messy and has … - What Do Gymnasts Do After They Retire? (Where Are They Now)
Gymnasts retire very early compared to athletes in just about every other sport. A childhood full of commitment, long training hours and no social life takes its toll and …What Do Gymnasts Do After They Retire? (Where Are They Now) Read More »
- Power Tumbling: A Complete Guide
In this article, I dive into a discipline competed by both male and female gymnasts – Power Tumbling (TUM). If you are familiar with other gymnastics disciplines you will … - Uneven Bars: A Complete Guide (For Beginners)
In this article, I dive into an event competed by female artistic gymnasts – the Uneven Bars (UB) or (AB). With two bars closely aligned, gymnasts perform visually stunning … - Why Are Gymnasts So Short? (Answered)
Have you ever wondered why gymnasts are so short? Does the long and intense training schedule stunt gymnasts’ growth or does gymnastics just lend itself to people that are … - Guide to the Balance Beam (For Beginners)
In this article, I dive into an event competed by female Artistic gymnasts – the Balance Beam (BB). At less than 4 inches wide, the beam is arguably the … - Guide to the Gymnastics Vault (For Beginners)
In this article, I analyze an event competed by both male and female Artistic gymnasts – the Vault (VT). Vault is the quickest of all the events in Artistic … - The 34 Best Gymnastics Quotes
These are my top quotes to help inspire and push gymnasts to reach their full potential. If you ever hit a mental block or are feeling down I hope … - 37 Gift Ideas for Aspiring Gymnasts
Pick the perfect gift for your aspiring gymnast whether it be a book, game or something to help with extra practice. Let’s dive into the best gift ideas for … - Gymnastics Abbreviations – What Do They Mean?
Gymnastics has lots of abbreviations that are supposed to make things easier. But if you are new to the sport you might not agree! This list will help decode … - 11 Gymnastics Disciplines Explained (For Beginners)
When your child starts out at Gymnastics, they will almost certainly be in a recreational class for an hour or two a week. Enjoyment and being physically active are …11 Gymnastics Disciplines Explained (For Beginners) Read More »
- When Do Gymnasts Actually Retire? (Case Study)
Gymnasts have a reputation for retiring really young compared to other sports but when do they actually retire? And are there any differences between nationality, gender or the type … - The Best Leotards for Gymnastics (buyers guide)
Leotards are an essential piece of kit for gymnasts of all ages and abilities as they are tight-fitting and help coaches support gymnasts safely. Unlike years ago, there are … - What Should My Child Wear to Gymnastics? (parents guide)
Starting gymnastics for the first time will be exciting but it will also create a lot of questions about what’s allowed, what’s not allowed, what to wear and what …What Should My Child Wear to Gymnastics? (parents guide) Read More »
- Is Self-Taught Gymnastics a Good Idea? (answered)
Over the last twenty years as a gymnastics coach I have seen a huge increase in the number of children (and numerous adults) that have taught themselves some element …Is Self-Taught Gymnastics a Good Idea? (answered) Read More »
- Why Is Gymnastics So Expensive?
Gymnastics is one the most expensive sports to take part in mainly due to the high overheads, insurance equipment and coaching costs that have to be covered by gym … - Is Gymnastics Harder Than Football? (answered)
Many people wonder how hard gymnastics really is compared to other sports. In this article, I will analyze different elements of both gymnastics and football in an effort to … - Can You Start Gymnastics at 13?
The sight of young children performing breathtaking gymnastics skills is both amazing and inspiring yet it will often leave spectators thinking am I too old to start gymnastics? In …
