Hi Everyone
Finally the Gym Coach journal archive is complete. All the articles from the previous issues of The Gym Press have been transferred to the new article format, and some have been updated against the authors new thoughts on the topic.
I am glad to announce that from now on i can once again get into researching and writing new article, accepting contributions, and working on opening up many of the hopefully features of the The Gym Press, like the Library.
All the best for the new year.
Valentin Uzunov
Editor of The Gym Coach Journal
The Gym Press www.thegympress.net
The Gym Press Coaching Log
Thursday, December 11, 2008
11.12.08 - New article added to journal archive 'Preparation for the handspring vault'
This article was originally published in TheGymPress May 2008 Issue.
Article by Warren Milburn
Abstract
This article provides a series of preparatory and development exercises for teaching the handspring vault. The focus is on developing tight rigid body shapes in motion that will be able to translate into effective vaulting. By dividing the vault into 6 phases : run-up, spring board contact, first flight, repulse, second flight, and landing, the vault can be taught in a progressive way to avoid injury and fear being a problem.
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Article by Warren Milburn
Abstract
This article provides a series of preparatory and development exercises for teaching the handspring vault. The focus is on developing tight rigid body shapes in motion that will be able to translate into effective vaulting. By dividing the vault into 6 phases : run-up, spring board contact, first flight, repulse, second flight, and landing, the vault can be taught in a progressive way to avoid injury and fear being a problem.
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Wednesday, December 10, 2008
11.12.08 - New article added to journal archive 'How to teach a freehip circle to handstand'
This article was originally published in TheGymPress May 2008 Issue.
Article by Lukas Stitt
Abstract
The freehip to handstand is a fundamental skill on uneven bars and high bar, just like the glide, basic long hang swing, and the backhip circle. The are many drills and methodologies to coaching this skill. One common characteristic by all methods however is the great emphasis needed on conditioning and developing of the correct body positions. This is a labor intensive task by the coach and very physical demanding on the gymnast. This article presents just one method to developing the free hip to handstand on uneven and high bar.
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Article by Lukas Stitt
Abstract
The freehip to handstand is a fundamental skill on uneven bars and high bar, just like the glide, basic long hang swing, and the backhip circle. The are many drills and methodologies to coaching this skill. One common characteristic by all methods however is the great emphasis needed on conditioning and developing of the correct body positions. This is a labor intensive task by the coach and very physical demanding on the gymnast. This article presents just one method to developing the free hip to handstand on uneven and high bar.
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11.12.08 - New article added to journal archive ' The Handstand: a four stage training model'
This article was originally published in TheGymPress August 2008 Issue.
Article by Valentin Uzunov
Abstract
The handstand is considered as one of the most important fundamental skills in gymnastic, however currently available gymnastics textbooks and scientific literature fails to provide a systematic and practical approach to training this skill to a beginner with an advanced and progressional focus. The aim of this article is to provide coaches with a progressional model to teaching the handstand to beginner gymnast based on theoretical and contemporary skill training methods available in scientific and textbook literature. This was achieved through an examination of relevant research studies available through Medline, modern gymnastic textbooks/coaching manuals, and the author’s personal knowledge and experience. The model presented suggests 4 stages of development/progression of the handstand, with a unique approach to refining the gymnast’s proprioceptive and kinesthetic awareness for maintaining balance. It is also hypothesized that through improved proprioceptive and kinesthetic awareness the gymnast will be able to master dynamic handstand control much more effectively allowing for the improved learning of advanced gymnastics elements.
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Article by Valentin Uzunov
Abstract
The handstand is considered as one of the most important fundamental skills in gymnastic, however currently available gymnastics textbooks and scientific literature fails to provide a systematic and practical approach to training this skill to a beginner with an advanced and progressional focus. The aim of this article is to provide coaches with a progressional model to teaching the handstand to beginner gymnast based on theoretical and contemporary skill training methods available in scientific and textbook literature. This was achieved through an examination of relevant research studies available through Medline, modern gymnastic textbooks/coaching manuals, and the author’s personal knowledge and experience. The model presented suggests 4 stages of development/progression of the handstand, with a unique approach to refining the gymnast’s proprioceptive and kinesthetic awareness for maintaining balance. It is also hypothesized that through improved proprioceptive and kinesthetic awareness the gymnast will be able to master dynamic handstand control much more effectively allowing for the improved learning of advanced gymnastics elements.
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Tuesday, December 2, 2008
03.12.08 - New article added to journal archive ' Coaching to the learning styles'
This article was originally published in TheGymPress August 2008 Issue.
Article by Beth Gardner
Abstract
It is widely accepted that individuals learn at different rates and through different learning styles. Each individual has a preference towards a preferred style/s that allows them to extract the most amount of information from their surroundings. Through a greater understanding of the different styles of learning, coaches are able to more effectively present their classes, and thus improve the athlete’s rate of learning. Creating lesson plans for groups or individuals, the use of coaching cues, which address the various learning styles, make classes most effective. This article will discuss the various learning styles and how to effectively use them to create more effective gymnastics classes, recreational and or competitive.
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Article by Beth Gardner
Abstract
It is widely accepted that individuals learn at different rates and through different learning styles. Each individual has a preference towards a preferred style/s that allows them to extract the most amount of information from their surroundings. Through a greater understanding of the different styles of learning, coaches are able to more effectively present their classes, and thus improve the athlete’s rate of learning. Creating lesson plans for groups or individuals, the use of coaching cues, which address the various learning styles, make classes most effective. This article will discuss the various learning styles and how to effectively use them to create more effective gymnastics classes, recreational and or competitive.
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Monday, December 1, 2008
02.12.08 - New article added to journal archive 'A Look at the Pathophysiology and Rehabilitation of Osgood-Schlatter Syndrome'
This article was originally published in TheGymPress August 2008 Issue.
Article by Valentin Uzunov.
This article is an abbreviated version of original manuscript by
Valentin Uzunov (2007). An in-depth look at the pathophysiology and treatment of Osgood-Schlatter Disease. Research project submission for Massey University. If you would like a copy of the full unmodified version, contact Valentin Uzunov at
valentin.uzunov@gmail.com
Abstact
Osgood-Schlatter Syndrome is childhood prone condition known as an Osteochondrosis. This condition tends to effect young athletes participating in sports that involve a lot of running and jumping, such as, soccer, track and field, dance and gymnastics. It tends to manifests itself in boys between 10-15yrs and 8-13yr girls, usually a time of peak height velocity. The common signs and symptoms are local pain, swelling and tenderness over the tibial tuberosity on the dominant leg, which makes participation in sport painful. The condition is self-limiting without complication if sporting activity is stopped and conservative treatment sought. However this presents serious limitations for serious athletes who must continue to training. This article aims to educate coaches on the aetiology, diagnosis, and treatment options of the condition, as well as well discuss the injury prevention and rehabilitation recommendations. It is believed that an appropriate understanding of this condition by coaches is important in order to be able to effectively implement preventative measures in their training programs, make appropriate recommendations to athletes, and work closely and effectively with health allies (like physiotherapists, GP, pediatricians) and parentsto be able to reduce losses in training time due to OSS.
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Article by Valentin Uzunov.
This article is an abbreviated version of original manuscript by
Valentin Uzunov (2007). An in-depth look at the pathophysiology and treatment of Osgood-Schlatter Disease. Research project submission for Massey University. If you would like a copy of the full unmodified version, contact Valentin Uzunov at
valentin.uzunov@gmail.com
Abstact
Osgood-Schlatter Syndrome is childhood prone condition known as an Osteochondrosis. This condition tends to effect young athletes participating in sports that involve a lot of running and jumping, such as, soccer, track and field, dance and gymnastics. It tends to manifests itself in boys between 10-15yrs and 8-13yr girls, usually a time of peak height velocity. The common signs and symptoms are local pain, swelling and tenderness over the tibial tuberosity on the dominant leg, which makes participation in sport painful. The condition is self-limiting without complication if sporting activity is stopped and conservative treatment sought. However this presents serious limitations for serious athletes who must continue to training. This article aims to educate coaches on the aetiology, diagnosis, and treatment options of the condition, as well as well discuss the injury prevention and rehabilitation recommendations. It is believed that an appropriate understanding of this condition by coaches is important in order to be able to effectively implement preventative measures in their training programs, make appropriate recommendations to athletes, and work closely and effectively with health allies (like physiotherapists, GP, pediatricians) and parentsto be able to reduce losses in training time due to OSS.
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