Raising the knee is as difficult as you make it. There is a slight increase in difficulty with the knee up, but there...
Gymnastics and Bodyweight Articles
Single Leg Balance
Standing on one leg is simple way to assess and develop balance. This is a great drill for anyone coming back from...
Pullover
The pull over develops anterior chain strength by having the athlete raise their legs and pull themselves over the...
Split Stance – Bottom Hold
Cues: Start from the bottom Align shoulders, hips and back knee in vertical and straight line Raise up 1-2" and hold...
Ab Roller – Knees
Cues: Keep lumbar spine in flexion Keep elbows locked Extend out based upon your skill level Work smoothly and under...
Sumo Good Morning – Super Wide
Cues: Adopt a wide stance based upon your skill level Place hands behind head and hinge forward maintaining your...
Split Stance – Top Reps
Cues: Start by aligning shoulders, hips and back knee vertically Weight should be on heel of front foot and ball of...
The Diagonal Stretch
Diagonal Stretch – Advanced
Cues: Keep the front leg straight Everything else with the diagonal stretch Mistakes: Bending back knee excessively...
Diagonal Stretch
Cues: Start with heels together and toes turned out 45 degrees Step back from the heel into your diagonal stretch...
Protracted Push-up
Cues: Maintain protraction and depress of scaps throughout push-up Touch the nose to the floor Keep elbows close to...
Wushu Stretch – 45 Degrees
Cues: Get the heel very close to the brace point Hinge with flat back Keep hips square to the stretch Mistakes:...
