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Jimmy Cox's Articles in Gymnastics

  • Tumbling Techniques For The Classroom
    Just as for any other sport, there should be a short warm-up before strenuous action begins. This may consist of general class calisthenics or specific limbering exercises (simple tumbling stunts) for the unit in progress. Performers cannot be depended upon to warm up individually.
  • Safety Techniques For Teaching Tumbling
    Safety cues for teaching tumbling include knowing how to prepare for teaching a stunt and the active protective techniques during the performance of the stunt.
  • Easing Into A Handspring With A Neck Spring
    The arched-back landing for the handspring series is impossible for the beginner because he does not attain the necessary height until he has practiced for a considerable length of time. However, learning to land other tricks, such as a neck spring, will help the beginner progress toward the handspring.
  • Safety Techniques For Teaching Tumbling
    Safety cues for teaching tumbling include knowing how to prepare for teaching a stunt and the active protective techniques during the performance of the stunt. Many hazards are eliminated entirely if the proper progressions and knowledge of fundamentals are used.

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