This article was originally published in TheGymPress March 2008 Issue.
Article by Nick Blanton.
Abstract
The artistic and physical preparation requirements of male and female gymnasts are relatively similar, even though they share so many common traits, there are areas where each code has specific needs. Male gymnasts like female gymnast benefit greatly from dance, or ballet training. The effects of such training of the postural alignment are undeniable. However the requirements and demands of male gymnast’s differs substantially from that of female gymnasts. MAG specific choreographed routines help to develop the postural control (especially in the shoulders and pelvis) and grooming (tension, leg shape, arm shape, presentation) that is required in the performance of gymnastics. Proper postural alignment is also fundamental to the learning and performing of gymnastics skills. Basic arm and body positions need to be learned and understood in order for the gymnast to execute postural corrections during skill performance. The following article outlines basic guidelines and suggestions for the development of choreographed sequences specific to MAG with emphasis on arm and body positions.
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