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Coaching Youth Gymnastics is an invaluable resource for both new coaches and also for more experienced teachers. Those who train coaches will also find much of value in the book. The various disciplines of gymnastics are explained, together with how they fit into the framework of international gymnastic competition, and the author discusses various coaching styles and how they might best be applied in different circumstances. Topics covered in this new book include the role of the coach; sports psychology; floor exercise skills; coaching use of apparatus and preparing for competition. Fully illustrated with 21 colour photographs and 200 diagrams.
Gymnastics Psychology takes a comprehensive look at the factors that are necessary for training champions while emphasizing concern for the athlete’s psychological status, regardless of the level of achievement. The easy-to-follow articles cover the interpersonal relationships of coaches and athletes, psychological issues pertaining to motivation and fear management, meet preparation and goal setting, as well as vital family, school and peer relationships. The authors provide definitive insight in the areas of psychological development and competitive behaviors that are critical to success.
The Science of Gymnastics provides the most comprehensive and accessible introduction available to the fundamental physiological, biomechanical and psychological principles underpinning performance in artistic gymnastics. The second edition introduces three new sections: applied coaching, motor learning and injury prevention and safety, and features contributions from leading international sport scientists and gymnastics coaches and instructors. With case studies and review questions included in each chapter, the book examines every key aspect of gymnastic training and performance, including: physiological assessment diet and nutrition energetics kinetics and kinematics spatial orientation a...
Introduces the sport of artistic gymnastics.
Show your love with our "World's Best Gymnastics Coach" notebook! With it's "A Truly Amazing Gymnastics Coach Is Hard To Find, Difficult To Part With And Impossible To Forget" quote, it's the perfect gift to show how much you appreciate your amazing gymnastics coach. Give it as a gift from you, or the whole class! This sweet sentiment will show your coach how much you enjoyed the season and can be a specific reminder of the time spent with you and your amazing team! This notebook is a helpful tool and an excellent gift for any gymnastics coach! Its standard 8 1/2" x 11" size fits easily into a backpack or laptop case and is great for that coach that's on the go. Its simple, easy to use desig...
Crowood Sports Guides provide sound, practical advice that will make you a better sportsperson, whether you are learning the basic skills, discovering more advanced techniques or reviewing the fundamentals of your sport.Contents include: The rules and regulations that govern the sport and the roles and responsibilities of gymnasts, coaches and officials during an event. The technical skills in women's gymnastics [vaulting, asymmetric bars, balance beam and floor exercises] and men's gymnastics [floor exercises, pommel horse, rings, vaulting, parallel bars and horizontal bar]. Detailed 'key points' for the gymnstic skills and elements covered. The content and structure of the training regimes...
This manual represents the first comprehensive overview of all the techniques and aspects of gymnastics coaching for both men and boys. The book is fully illustrated throughout and makes an excellent ongoing reference for anyone involved in coaching.
The GYMCERT Skills & Drills for the Level 1, 2 & 3 Coach & Gymnast covers most aspects of gymnastics elements needed for the level 1, 2 & 3 competitive gymnast and coach. Gain a better understanding of how to prepare your gymnast's for compulsory competitions. Would you like to have an edge for your compulsory competitive team members? GYMCERT's new Skills and Drills for the Level 1, 2 & 3 Coach and Gymnast is an excellent reference for suggesting alternate: lead-up skills; drills; coaching and spotting tips; and, safety notes for each skill presented. Techniques, drills, and complementary skill guidelines are provided to make the training of each skill as specific to the individual gymnast'...
This manual provides guidance on gymnastics instruction for physical education teachers. The authors explore different teaching strategies, body awareness, and the foundational movements and postures, then describe the basic skills of floor exercise, balance beam, springboard and vault, and bars. Black and white drawings illustrate correct body positions. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Lauren goes with her friend to the new gymnastics club in town and finds that she likes the sport.