Month: May 2020
Adult Gymnastics: What You Need to Know
Have you heard of adult gymnastics? I’ll be the first to admit, I had no idea it was a thing for quite some time. After watching gymnastics on TV, you might think it’s a sport that’s only for young people. However, adult gymnastics seems to be getting more press these days. Maybe it’s because of […]
How to Perfect Your Level 4 Bar Routine
This post has been updated to reflect changes to the 2021 compulsory routines. The Level 4 bar routine comes with some big changes, compared to Level 3. Kips! Jumping to the high bar! These new, big skills can present quite a challenge to a new Level 4 gymnast. When I first competed at this level, […]
Book Review: “I Got This”
How to Perfect Your Level 3 Bar Routine 2022
This post has been updated to reflect the 2021 compulsory updates, and the updates from the 2022 minutes. Where I live in Ohio, Level 3 is often the first level gymnasts compete. For many Level 3 gymnasts, learning to swing bars can be really tough! Bars requires a lot of upper-body strength along with good […]
Monday Motivation: What is Courage?
This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. “Courage is not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it.” -Nelson Mandela When I was a gymnast, I absolutely loved flipping. But eventually, as I progressed in the levels, some of the skills started to seem downright scary […]
Home Gymnastics Equipment You Need to Have
This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Stuck at home and can’t go to the gym? Want to supplement your practices with some gymnastics homework? Love gymnastics and just can’t get enough? If this describes you, you might be thinking about purchasing some home gymnastics equipment. I […]
