Gymnastics is a great sport for kids, as it helps them develop skills that will benefit them throughout their lives. In fact, according to the National Association for Sport and Physical Education, “Gymnastics is a popular sport among girls and boys, with an estimated 1.6 million students participating in USA gymnastics programs.” However, if you’re like most parents, you probably spend more time worrying about your child’s health than you do watch them practice gymnastics. But there’s no need to worry! By following these exercises, you can make sure your child’s gymnastics practice is safe, effective, and fun.
Spider-Man Against the Wall
The first exercise is called “Spider-Man Against the Wall.” It’s a great way to improve your balance. Stand on the wall with your feet shoulder-width apart. If you don’t have a wall, you can use a sturdy chair or table. Lean forward and place your hands on the wall for support. Then, slowly raise yourself off the wall. When you reach the top, hold for three seconds, then lower back down. Do this exercise for 20 seconds, then rest for 5 minutes.
Squirrel:
Squirrel is a great exercise for improving your core strength. Stand in front of a wall and place both hands on it. Bend over, keeping your back straight and knees slightly bent. Place your heels on the wall. Slowly lift your hips until your body forms a straight line. Squeeze your abs and keep your spine straight as you lower yourself back down. Do this exercise for 10 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds.
Push-ups:
Push-Ups are a great exercise for building muscle and strengthening your core. Stand straight and place your hands on a sturdy table or wall. Step your feet out and bend your knees so that your body is in a straight line. Keep your knees slightly bent and lift your chest up toward the ceiling. Then, lower yourself back down. Do this exercise for 20 seconds, then rest for 5 minutes.
Jumps:
Jumping exercises are a great way to build muscle and improve your cardio. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and place your hands on your hips. Bend your knees and jump as high as you can. Try to jump as high as possible.
Circle:
Stand straight and hold your arms out at your sides. Start by raising one arm up above your head. Bring it back down and repeat with the other arm. Then, bring both arms down to your sides. Repeat this exercise until your arms are tired.
Chair:
It’s a great exercise for improving your balance. Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor and your arms at your sides. Lean forward and place your hands on your thighs. Slowly raise your hips until they are in line with your shoulders. Hold for three seconds, then slowly lower your hips back down. Do this exercise for 10 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds.
In conclusion, I have been training for the past 5 years and I am now a competitive gymnast. It is not an easy sport to master. There are a lot of exercises that you can do at home to improve your gymnastics. The only thing that you need to do is to practice them. I hope you found this post useful.
