Since 1972, two predominant sequences have defined pommel horse routines and, over time, have become fundamental for gymnasts. The Magyar and Sivado sequences also demand technical perfection when executing the skills across five double circles. Unfortunately, years ago, the FIG MTC equalized both forward and backward travels, performed in three circles, despite their significant technical differences. These three-circle travels are notably easier to perform, and they should not be categorized as such. Vid HIDVEGI (HUN) – filmed in 2011 at Carnegie RGC, Leeds, Great Britain. The 3/3 forward a ..read more

Frequently, the margins between medal winners are incredibly narrow, underscoring the importance of providing judges with clear guidance and tools to distinguish between gymnasts. This includes considering even the slightest technical and execution errors. In order to increase the amplitude of their skills, gymnasts employ a technique of utilising extra “slide” on their upper arms prior to front somersaults and double front dismounts. This technique allows them to maximize their momentum during take-off, resulting in a more vertical trajectory. Gymnast “A” incurs two separate deductions of -0 ..read more

Gymnastics Coaching.com The former FIG MTC will leave his job in Switzerland, returning to take a position with the Powers Gymnastics group in Houston. Steve will definitely be missed at international meets. But we thank him for his endless energy and enthusiasm in the FIG spotlight over his tenure at FIG. View original post ..read more

Ever since the fast track appeared in training halls, has been a significant support for coaches and utilising its advantages for the benefit of gymnasts. The fast track is a result of the continuous apparatus development.   CHN and RUS have already integrated fast track preparation into their development programme and the Chinese WAG and MAG programme already using it in their competition programme as an additional apparatus. Recently fast track used in the Chinese youth championships in 2022 for girls and boys. Chinese MAG National Youth Championships – 2022 Incorporating fast-tr ..read more

You Hao’s and others’ routines would be indirectly disadvantaged at the highest international stages as they do not use the “flat hands’ false grip” which is just a double improper grip used in strength skills. You Hao QF SR：6.5+8.450 pic.twitter.com/vintRIz3t4 — TXJ AND DAIKI STAN (@RosieYuan01) September 4, 2022 The FIG MTC should consider revising the rule of such grips based upon basic physics, the Law of the Lever. Maltese performed with flet hands and correct grips. Cross performed with flat hands and correct grips ..read more

FIG has published the working order for the Gymnastics World Championships in Livepool ..read more

Y Kamoto posted a perfectly executed under sommersault with 1/1 on one arm. He is a member of the Japanese National Squad. Kamoto, is the 2010 Youth Olympics all-around gold medallist and he won gold medals in AA and in the PBars final in 2014 in the Asian Games. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 神本雄也 (@kamotoyuya186 ..read more

Artistic Gymnastics World Championships, 18-24 Oct 2021, KITAKYUSHU (JPN) Event Programme MAG and WAG Drawing of Lots Nominative Entries – MAG and WAG https://www.gymnastics.sport/site/events/detail.php?id=16634#loaded MAG Nominative Entries, Artistic Gymnastics World Championships, 18-24 Oct 2021 WAG Nominative Entries, World Championships, 18-24 Oct 2021 ..read more

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FIG has published the WAG qualifications working order for the Tokyo Olympics ..read more