The cartwheel is a way of moving in and out of a handstand. Certain requirements should be learned and practiced before attempting the handstand alone. Be sure you can support your body weight with your arms and without help. Start in a push-up position and move your strongest leg forward near your hands so the … Read more

Gymnastics began in ancient Greece as a formalized way for athletes to train their body for participation on many sports. It was also a social outlet for Greek men who participated in gymnastics in conjunction with other activities, such as massage. The connection and inter-relation of the body and mind (pyscho-soma) was an important Greek … Read more

Gavity is probably the least appreciated and understood aspect of gymnastics training and performance. Gymnasts put gravity to use in almost everthing they do. Balance is critical for a gymnast and it is affected by gravity as well as the gymnasts body position and movement. In gymnastids there are two basic types of balance - … Read more