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Gymnastics

Gymnastics. By Mikenna. Gymnastics. Gymnastics is the most widely watched Olympic sport. It is a practice of athletic exercise for the development of the body. The word gymnastics comes from the Greek word “gymon” which means “naked”. Ancient Greeks used to perform gymnastics in the nude.

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Gymnastics

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  1. Gymnastics By Mikenna

  2. Gymnastics • Gymnastics is the most widely watched Olympic sport. • It is a practice of athletic exercise for the development of the body. • The word gymnastics comes from the Greek word “gymon” which means “naked”. • Ancient Greeks used to perform gymnastics in the nude.

  3. Gymnastics • Ancient romans used gymnastic as a functional sport, which helped in preparation for war. Some of the events were jumping, running, discus throwing, wrestling, and boxing. These activities helped produce strong muscles necessary for hand to hand combat.

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  5. Gymnastics • Greeks viewed the training both the body and mind. Gymnastics became a central component of education.

  6. Why gymnastics is good for you... • Develops coordination, flexibility, strength, and power. • Teaches you to listen and follow directions. • Helps you gain self-esteem and confidence. • Helps you gain social interaction with peers.

  7. Why gymnastics is good for you... • You learn how to set goals. • You learn fundamentals of movement. • Develop skills to enhance other sports. • It teaches you time management. • You become stronger and graceful.

  8. Websites and Videos • http://www.encyclopedia.com/topic/gymnastics.aspx • www.davitasfuntasticgymnastics.com • http:///www.life123.com/sports/team-sports/gymnastics/facts-a

  9. Descriptive paragraph There is a light blue back round. Her foot is in the air and she is warring a red, white, yellow, and black leotard. She is standing on one foot on a balance beam. This girl is focusing on what to do . This girl looks like she's having fun.

  10. Videos • Floor routine • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UdujDWevDUk&feature=fvst • Bars • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TBrIZnpgxcU • Vault • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HwYKEI2M7qM

  11. videos • Rings • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ttBHahUgV7s • Balance beam • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AxzUkebe3AQ

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