What Are the 3 Main Types of Splits in Gymnastics?
In the current FIG Women’s Code of Points (2025–2028), splits are far…
The 7 Types of Gymnastics: A Complete Beginner’s Guide
When most people think of gymnastics, they picture athletes flipping on the…
What Is a Twist in Gymnastics? Explained with Examples
In gymnastics, a twist refers to rotation around the gymnast’s vertical (longitudinal)…
What Is a Full Twist in Gymnastics? A Clear Guide for Beginners
In gymnastics, a full twist is a skill where the gymnast performs…
How to Qualify as an Elite Gymnast: Step-by-Step Guide
Becoming an elite gymnast means entering a highly selective track where you…
Level 10 vs. Elite: What’s the True Highest Level in Gymnastics?
Many U.S. gymnastics fans hear that “Level 10 is the top,” only…
FIG-Approved Vault Equipment: Standards Every Coach Should Know
The Fédération Internationale de Gymnastique (FIG) only certifies vault equipment that passes…
Braids vs. Buns: Which Holds Better for Tumbling Days?
When a round-off back handspring flips you upside down, even one loose…
The Layout Position: The Last and Most Advanced Gymnastics Shape
Gymnasts learn three fundamental flipping shapes—tuck, pike, and layout—each one more challenging…
The Pike Position: Where Clean Lines Meet Power
Few shapes in gymnastics are as instantly recognizable—or as deceptively difficult—as the…
What Injuries Are Most Common in Female Gymnasts— and Why?
Women’s gymnastics is one of the most physically demanding sports, and the…
How to Choose Floor Music for Optional Gymnastics Levels 6–10
In the USAG Development Program, Levels 1 to 5 use the same…