BASIC SKILLS IN GYMNASTICS

Tweet If you have passion for gymnastics and want to start learning the sport, then you must know these basic skills:
Handstands
Splits
 Backbend.
  Any other skill in gymnastics, no matter the level, must pass through these ones.
HOW TO DO GYMNASTICS HANDSHANDS

Doing a handstand is a basic gymnastics skill. Once you learn how to do a handstand, doing other skills
will become much easier. The easiestway to start is using a wall. The wall will give u confidence that you can't fall over and also help your body allignment.

in the diagram above,the gymnast has a bad form but will get better with practice.

HOW TO DO GYMNADTICS SPLITS

SIDE SPLIT

CENTER OR MIDDLE SPLIT These are the 2 main types of splits: the side and center split In doing any gymnastics skill must do a few warm ups like:jogging streching etc.. Learning a split requires patience and endurance. It might take days or weeks, depending on the body type.. When learning a side splits, Bend your legs so that you kneel on your back leg. and use your dominant one, usually the right, in front. Tilt your body forward and keep your arms to the side, straight off in the air. You can also stretch your front foot by putting it straight out in front of you and press on it. For all these exercises you only need a floor or a soft surface. Practice everyday and you will feel become more flexible. For center splits. Hunker down into a low squat and place both hands on the floor in front of you. Then, slowly begin to walk or slide both feet outwards, as far apart as you can manage. Your legs should be completely straight and your feet should be parallel as you lower yourself down into the stretch. Hold the stretch for as long as you can, then slowly come back into a squatting position to rest your muscles. When you feel ready, lower yourself back into the splits position again. Alternating between squatting and stretching will help you to get lower down each time you attempt the center splits. As you stretch, remember to keep your back straight and your hips in line with your legs. If your hips are too far forward or too far back, you will not be able to perform a center split correctly. The goal is to lower yourself down until your groin touches the floor. Once you have achieved this, you can try to roll your hips until you are sitting in an upright position, while maintaining a center splits. Remember to move slowly and breathe evenly. Do not push yourself too hard. You should feel a tight stretch in your inner thigh and groin muscles, but it should not feel painful. If you feel any discomfort or tearing sensations, come out of the stretch HOW TO DO BRIDGE AND BACK BENDS BRIDGE

To perform a bridge: 1. Lay on the floor on your back with your legs bent at a 90 degree angle and your feet planted firmly on the ground. 2. Place the palms of your hands by the side of your ears and make sure your fingers face your feet. Your elbows should be pointed towards the ceiling. 3. Gently push your back off the ground while keeping your feet and hands firmly planted on the floor. The goal is to get into a complete backbend with your arms and legs straight. 4. Your arms and legs may not be strong enough, nor is your back flexible enough, to push all the way up at first. Don’t worry. Keep practicing and you will get it. Standing Backbend

Once you have accomplished a solid back press, you are ready to move to the standing backbend. Before starting this move, make sure you have a qualified coach spotting you pr you can practice it against a wall. To perform a standing backbend: 1. While standing, place your arms over your head. Your arms should be straight and tight with hand flat, palms up and fingers pointing behind you. 2. Slowly arch backward and look for the ground. 3. Keep your arms locked as you move closer to the floor. This will ensure that you don’t hit your head when you land. 4. Place your hands on the ground and keep your feet firmly planted. Your head should look back towards the floor while you hold the position.Nb: try working your way against the wall if you are yet to gain confidence. .