Gymnastics

Gymnastics

Gymnastics (/dʒɪmˈnæstɪks/; from Greek γυμναστική, gymnastike, 'to exercise naked') is a sport that includes physical exercises requiring balance, strength, flexibility, agility, coordination, and endurance. The movements involved in gymnastics contribute to the development of the arms, legs, shoulders, back, chest, and abdominal muscle groups.

Etymology

The word gymnastics derives from the common Greek adjective γυμνός (gymnos), by way of the related verb γυμνάζω (gymnazo), whose meaning is to train naked, train in gymnastic exercise, generally to train, to exercise. The verb had this meaning because one undressed for exercise.

History

Gymnastics developed in ancient Greece, in Sparta and Athens, and was used as a method to prepare men for warfare. In Sparta, among the activities introduced into the training program was the Agoge, a rigorous athletic training and education program.

Types of Gymnastics

There are several types of gymnastics, including artistic gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics, trampoline gymnastics, acrobatic gymnastics, aerobic gymnastics, and Parkour.

Artistic Gymnastics

Artistic gymnastics is a discipline of gymnastics where gymnasts perform short routines on different apparatus, with less time for vaulting.

Rhythmic Gymnastics

Rhythmic gymnastics is a women-only event in which gymnasts perform on a floor with a rope, hoop, ball, clubs, or ribbon.

Trampoline Gymnastics

Trampoline gymnastics involves athletes performing acrobatics while bouncing on a trampoline.

Acrobatic Gymnastics

Acrobatic gymnastics involves the performance of routines by pairs of gymnasts.

Aerobic Gymnastics

Aerobic gymnastics involves the performance of routines by individuals, pairs, trios, or groups up to 6 people, emphasizing strength, flexibility, and aerobic fitness rather than acrobatic or balance skills.

Parkour

Parkour is a training discipline using movement that developed from military obstacle course training.

Related Terms

• Balance beam
• Vault (gymnastics)
• Uneven bars
• Parallel bars
• Pommel horse
• Floor (gymnastics)
• Rings (gymnastics)

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Gymnastics
• Wikipedia's article - Gymnastics

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