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Gymnastics

Gymnastics involves strength, balance and flexibility on events like floor, beam, bars and vault. Judges score routines for difficulty and execution.

๐Ÿ’ก Fun fact

A perfect 10 was first scored by Nadia Comaneci in 1976.

All about Gymnastics

Gymnastics combines strength, balance, flexibility and control. Common events include the floor exercise, balance beam, uneven bars and vault. Gymnasts perform routines that combine skills, tumbling and dance elements.

Judges score routines based on difficulty and execution. Gymnastics takes years of training and careful progression, and it builds strength and body awareness that help in many other sports.

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Real-life uses of Gymnastics

  • Building core strength and flexibility
  • Learning balance on a beam or mat
  • Taking part in a school gymnastics club

Frequently asked questions about Gymnastics

What is a vault?

A gymnastics event where the athlete runs, jumps off a springboard, and pushes off a table-like apparatus.

Is gymnastics safe for children?

Yes, when taught by qualified coaches in a safe environment with proper equipment and progressions.

Why do gymnasts chalk their hands?

Chalk absorbs sweat and improves grip on bars and rings.