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10 Exciting Activities to Explore with Your AirTrack

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  10 Exciting Activities to Explore with Your AirTrack The AirTrack is a versatile piece of equipment that opens up a world of possibilities for fitness enthusiasts, gymnasts, and anyone looking to add some excitement to their workout routine....

How to Do a Back Handspring

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  How to Do a Back Handspring The back handspring is a fundamental skill in gymnastics and cheerleading routines. It requires strong upper body strength, especially in the arms and shoulders. Before attempting a back handspring, ensure...

How to Do a Bridge Kickover

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  How to Do a Bridge Kickover A bridge kickover is a type of backbend often performed in gymnastics and cheerleading. It involves getting into a backbend and then using momentum to kick your legs over your...

Gymnastics Safety: Tips and Best Practices

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  Gymnastics Safety: Tips and Best Practices Gymnastics is one of the most rigorous and enjoyable sports, but it involves plenty of risks. Almost every athlete experiences at least one injury during their gymnastic career. Safety, of...

Home Gymnastics Equipment

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  Home Gymnastics Equipment For athletes of all ages, fun and fitness don't have to stop outside the gym. With the right gymnastics equipment for home use, you can safely practice movements in your...

Gymnastics Home Workout Plans

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  Gymnastics Home Workout Plans Introduction Engaging in gymnastics at home is a great way to improve your skills and stay fit. We often receive inquiries about effective home workout plans for gymnasts, so we've...

HOW TO DO A SPLIT: Step-by-Step Guide

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  HOW TO DO A SPLIT: Step-by-Step Guide Have you ever been awed by the flexibility of a ballet dancer or gymnast and thought, "I can't do that?" Have you tried to do a split casually and ended...

How to Do a Gymnastics Handstand

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How to Do a Gymnastics Handstand The handstand is a fundamental skill in the sport of gymnastics. Not only is it an important technique in itself, but it’s also a stepping stone towards unlocking other, more...

FUNDAMENTAL GYMNASTICS SKILLS: TRAMPOLINE, BALANCE BEAM, AND MORE

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  Mastering Basic Gymnastic Movements Flexibility is essential to gymnastics. Enhance your  gymnastic skills  by increasing your flexibility. Learn to properly warm up and stretch to allow your body to become fluid and flexible. Remember, you can master basic gymnastic movements while preventing injury.   Use a soft mat or  AirTrack Mat  to prevent injury.    What is the Easiest Gymnastic Trick to Do? Try a Straddle Sit Technique While this is more of a "skill" than a "trick," it's a simple, beginner-friendly exercise that anyone can master. To do a straddle sit, sit on the ground with your hands flat on the floor and your feet spread apart. Separate your legs as much as you can until you're stretching comfortably.   1.  Forward Splits Start in a Standing Position with One Leg Forward When preparing to get into a split stance, stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Lean forward on your dominant foot, which will be the leg that goes forward in your split.

HOW TO DO A CARTWHEEL

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  The cartwheel is a foundational gymnastics skill that strengthens your upper body and helps you progress to more advanced moves. To master a cartwheel, find a safe practice area and focus on the correct placement of your hands and feet to propel yourself forward and upside down. Always stretch before practicing to avoid injuries. Use a soft mat or  AirTrack Mat  to prevent injury.  Practicing a Cartwheel 1. Picture an Imaginary Line Visualize a straight line extending in front of you. This line will serve as a guide for your cartwheel. You can also use painter’s tape to create a real line across a carpet or  AirTrack Mat .  The line should be at least several feet long. Aim to stay on the line, as if it were a  balance beam , but also focus on maintaining proper form. Ensure the area around your line is clear of obstacles to avoid injuries from bumping into hard objects.   2. Lunge Forward with Your Lead Leg and Raise Your Arms Begin by slightly bending your front leg at the knee whi