Gymnastics

There are two main branches of gymnastics- artistic and rhythmic. In artistic gymnastics, the gymnasts perform on fixed apparatus, such as bars and beams. In rhythmic gymnastics, that performs routines with apparatus such as hoops and balls. Other gymnastic sports include sports aerobatics and trampolining. In major artistic gymnastic competitions, the apparatus is set out on a large platform, or podium and several events take place together.

Trampolining is a fantastic exercise routring for practicing moves such as twists and somersaults, and it is also sport in itself. It is quite difficult to perform but very interest to watch. Sports aerobics comprises tumbling, pairs, and group events. Tumbling is like the floor exercise, but performed on a straight, sprung track. The routines in pass (men, women or mixed), the trio (women) and fours (men) are like those of circus acrobats. This type of gymnastics can be amiable by all.

Rhythmic gymnastics can perform only by women and girls, rhythmic gymnastics consists of five individual exercises with the help of ribbon, clubs, ball, hoop and rope. There are also done by groups as team, usually with two different pieces of apparatus.

Gymnastics is completely different exercises to men and women. They cannot perform other sex’s portion. There are six events in men’s competitions. They are the floor, pommel horse, vault, rings, parallel bars, and high bar. Boys and men usually wear a singlet with shorts or white trousers. Men’s gymnastics is known for strength as well as balance and dynamic movement.

There are four women’s events-the floor, beam, asymmetric (uneven) bars and vault. In performance, there is also an overall championship. Women and girls usually wear one-pie leotards with shot or long sleeves. Women’s exercise known for balance and agility, and floor exercise include elements of dance. The clothes must be very comfortable to perform gymnastics without any huddles.

Physical fitness is very close to the program of gymnastics. This type of program restricts the excess food thoroughly. Too much of fat is reduced by this session. This can keep the body fit and healthy. It also reduces some type of diseases. The body is supple and flexible to the most by both men and women. Gymnastics can be performed at stage to amuse the people and great delight fro their eyes.

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