Gymnastics and Bodyweight Articles

Round Back Flat Back Hinge – Anchored

Cues: Roll down keeping hips forward to mobilize the middle and upper back Grasp anchor and pull through hips to stretch hamstrings as you flatten back Hinge up to return to standing Hinge down and grasp anchor to pull against hamstrings once again Relax into stretch...
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Round Back Flat Back Hinge

Cues: Hinge forward maintaining lumbar extension and creating anterior pelvic tilt to stretch the hamstrings Pull into the lowest depth to accentuate hamstring stretch Roll back to standing smoothly Roll forward keeping hips forward to emphasize middle and upper back...
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Prone Handstand – Wall

Cues: Create a clean line from hands through feet Actively push through shoulders into wall Brace abs, squeeze glutes, quads and calves, point toes Squeeze legs together Mistakes: Arching the low back and lifting the hips Over emphasizing posterior pelvic tilt and...
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Shoulder Extension Hang

Cues: Step into hang slowly and with straight arms Keep body straight while relaxing through shoulders to stretch through chest and shoulders Breathe deep to accentuate stretch as you hang Start at an angle you feel comfortable with and work gradually towards hanging...
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