Month: June 2025

The Highest Difficulty Scores in Artistic Gymnastics (WAG & MAG)

In elite gymnastics, the difficulty score, or D-score tells us how hard…

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The Complete Gymnastics Vault Moves List: From Basics to Big Skills

Vault is the fastest event in artistic gymnastics and often the most…

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FIG-Approved Vault Equipment: Standards Every Coach Should Know

The Fédération Internationale de Gymnastique (FIG) only certifies vault equipment that passes…

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How to Do a Front Walkover (Beginner-Friendly Guide)

A front walkover often looks like a big, advanced gymnastics skill, but…

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Back Walkover for Beginners: A Step-by-Step Guide

A back walkover is a foundational gymnastics skill where a gymnast begins…

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Unitard vs. Leotard in Gymnastics: What’s the Difference (and Which to Choose)?

For many years, the high-cut leotard has been the traditional look of…

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What Counts as a Penalty in Gymnastics? A Complete Overview

When people think of gymnastics scoring, they usually imagine judges deducting tenths…

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Artistry Deductions in Gymnastics: What Judges Are Really Looking For

In women’s artistic gymnastics, artistry deductions apply on balance beam and floor…

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Train Like a Gymnast: 8 Core Exercises for Strong, Defined Abs

Gymnasts are known for their lean, sculpted abs and incredible core strength.…

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Back-to-Wall vs. Chest-to-Wall: Which Handstand Should Beginners Learn First?

Wall-assisted handstands come in two main flavors: back-to-wall (BTW) and chest-to-wall (CTW).…

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