Download or read book Gymnastics Events written by Jen Jones and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2007 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides a guide for children and pre-teens on the events held at a gymnastics competition, and the skills needed to excel in each event.
Download or read book Gymnastics Events written by Margaret J. Goldstein and published by Lerner Publications TM. This book was released on 2024-01-01 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gymnasts compete in many thrilling events that push their bodies to their limits. Each event takes specialized training and practice. From the balance beam to the high bar, readers will learn about the past and present events in professional gymnastics.
Download or read book Gymnastics Events written by Jason Page and published by Crabtree Publishing Company. This book was released on 2008 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The balance beam, floor rings, team events, & a whole lot more"--Cover.
Download or read book Gymnastics written by Rita Brown and published by Rjc Publishing. This book was released on 2013-04-01 with total page 167 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this book is to help the beginning to Intermediate level competitive gymnast focus on making each competition the best possible. Advanced level competitors may also benefit from this book by way of reviewing the basics and providing focus on critical elements before, during, and after the competition. Coaches will want to recommend this book as a great reference and reminder for all gymnasts. Unwarranted fears (or butterflies in the stomach) are a major cause of poor performance. If the gymnast is able to face each fear or worry and take a specific action to either eliminate or minimize its effect on her performance, she will have taken a giant step toward winning in the sport of gymnastics and life in general. Preparation is the base that supports you, and the ability to adapt to new and changing competition scenarios is the key to competitive success
Download or read book Teaching Fundamental Gymnastics Skills written by Debby Mitchell and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2002 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This manual provides guidance on gymnastics instruction for physical education teachers. The authors explore different teaching strategies, body awareness, and the foundational movements and postures, then describe the basic skills of floor exercise, balance beam, springboard and vault, and bars. Black and white drawings illustrate correct body positions. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Download or read book Gymnastics for Fun written by Beth Gruber and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2003-07 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the sport of gymnastics and presents information on the basic equipment, practice, coaching, and competition.
Download or read book Olympic Gymnastics written by Adam Hofstetter and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2007-01-01 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A look at olympic gymnastics including it's history and some of the great participants in the sport.
Download or read book Gymnastics Mastering the Art of Flexibility written by Karen S. Roberts and published by Speedy Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2014-03-01 with total page 27 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many kids dream of being professional gymnasts, even from an early age. But they simply do not know what it really takes to get to that level. The elite gymnasts that they see participating in competitions may seem glamorous and may make the sport look easy. But success comes from a lot of hard work and intense training. This introduction to gymnastics explains many of the aspects of training and exercise that are needed to become good at the sport. A young person who uses this information to become stronger and more flexible should be more likely to acquire the skills necessary to advance in gymnastics. If your child seems truly interested, you as the parent can let him or her read "Gymnastics: Mastering the Art of Flexibility." Or read it yourself so you can explain the types and level of training that is required and the dedication that it takes to succeed in the sport. Topics covered include these: - What Is Gymnastics- A Brief History - What Are the Types of Apparatus Used In Gymnastics? - What Are the Basics of Gymnastics Training? - What Is Physical Gymnastics Training? - What Is Gymnastics Strength Training? - What Is Endurance Training for Physical Gymnastics? - What Are the Best Foods to Optimize a Gymnast's Performance?
Download or read book Scientific Aspects of Women s Gymnastics written by and published by Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers. This book was released on 2003 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Modern sport relies heavily on science in order to enhance performance, maintain safety, and ensure long-term health. By combining the best of both scientific/medical and gymnastics-related literature, the authors of this book enable scientists, physicians, parents, coaches and gymnasts to understand how gymnastics works. They provide a unique and systematic presentation of the scientific aspects of training and performance while incorporating some of the 'culture' of gymnastics. Their very close ties to gymnastics guarantee that the subject becomes intelligible to anyone as it provides an encyclopedic overview of the scientific/medical research in womens gymnastics, including new information that will not be found in typical computer databases. 'Scientific Aspects of Womens Gymnastics' provides the most up-to-date information on gymnastics by covering all relevant topics such as biomechanics, physiology, injury epidemiology, growth and injury, and kinanthropometry.
Download or read book Gymnastics written by Allan Morey and published by Amicus Ink. This book was released on 2016-02-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Once every four years, the best athletes gather at the Summer Olympic Games in tests of speed, strength, and teamwork. Learn about the most popular events and how they captivate audiences around the world. High-imapct photography will engage readers, while the carefully leveled text will help struggling readers be successful. Presents information about gymnastics in the Olympics, including different kinds of gymnastic events, well-known gymnasts such as Gabrielle Douglas, and how gymnastics in the Olympics works today.
Download or read book Gymnastics written by Leonid Arkaev and published by Meyer & Meyer Verlag. This book was released on 2004 with total page 410 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book answers in detail the many unanswered questions relating to high performance. Written by the world's leading gymnastics coach and his scientific advisor it explains the essential components for planning and preparation for high level results.
Download or read book Gymnastics Girls Rocking It written by Glen F. Stanley and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2015-12-15 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This informative resource explores some of the basic principles of gymnastics and the factors that motivate girls who dedicate themselves to perfecting the sport’s skills. It analyzes body types and sizes, age, and building gymnastic strength and flexibility. Some beneficial exercises and stretches are described as well as basic skills. Common ailments and injuries and how to avoid them are discussed, as are nutrition and eating disorders. Equipment required for basic events––balance beam, floor exercise, uneven bars, and vault––is explained as well as the ways to perform safely. This indispensable volume offers girls an interesting and instructional guide.
Download or read book The History of Gymnastics written by Blythe Lawrence and published by ABDO. This book was released on 2020-08-01 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title introduces fans to the history of gymnastics. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Download or read book Gymnastics written by Lloyd Readhead and published by Crowood. This book was released on 2013-03-01 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Crowood Sports Guides provide sound, practical advice that will make you a better sportsperson, whether you are learning the basic skills, discovering more advanced techniques or reviewing the fundamentals of your sport.Contents include: The rules and regulations that govern the sport and the roles and responsibilities of gymnasts, coaches and officials during an event. The technical skills in women's gymnastics [vaulting, asymmetric bars, balance beam and floor exercises] and men's gymnastics [floor exercises, pommel horse, rings, vaulting, parallel bars and horizontal bar]. Detailed 'key points' for the gymnstic skills and elements covered. The content and structure of the training regimes, together with the methods and techniques used to teach and perform some important core skills and a range of more advanced skills. The ways in which coaches develop the high levels of skill and physical fitness required by gymnasts. Psychology, nutrition, preventing under-performance, and injury prevention and treatment. 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. Covers the technical skills in women's and men's gymnastics and provides the 'key point's for the gymnastic skills and elements covered. Superbly illustrated with 106 colour photographs. Lloyd Readhead have over forty years' experience as a gymnastics coach and has represented Greath Britain in men's artistic gymnastics. Another title in the highly successful Crowood Sports Guides series.
Download or read book College Gymnastics written by Janie Scheffer and published by Lerner Publications TM. This book was released on 2024-01-01 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every year student athletes compete in sold-out stadiums to see who can score a perfect ten. With striking photos and cool facts, readers will learn what sets college gymnastics apart, how competitions are scored, and which college gymnasts dominate competition.
Download or read book Gymnastics in Action written by Bobbie Kalman and published by Crabtree Publishing Company. This book was released on 2003 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Budding gymnasts will be attracted to the engaging text and bright illustrations of Gymnastics in Action. The book provides a basic overview of this multi-activity sport featuring warm-up exercises, basic techniques on the bars, rings, and pommel horse, the components of a floor routine, rhythmic gymnastics, and competitions.
Download or read book Best Gymnastics Teams written by Janie Scheffer and published by Lerner Publications TM. This book was released on 2024-01-01 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At many men's and women's gymnastics competitions, teams work together to overcome obstacles and win gold. Take a look at some of the best gymnastics teams in history and learn about the accomplishments they made.
