Introduction to Gymnastics, History and Nature.pptx

Introduction to Gymnastics

1. Gymnastics Introduction to Gymnastics: Exploring the Art and Science of Gymnastics Lie-sun Rahim T. Ambasing , Lpt

2. History of Gymnastics Originated in ancient Greece as a form of military training. Modern gymnastics developed in the 19th century. Gymnastics was introduced to the Olympics in 1896 for men and 1936 for women. Key Figures: Friedrich Ludwig Jahn (Father of Modern Gymnastics).

3. In ancient Greece all Greek cities had a gymnasium, a courtyard for running, jumping, and wrestling. Greek gymnastics gave way to military training. The Romans, for example, introduced the wooden horse.

4. Gymnastics is a sport that involves performing exercises requiring balance, strength, flexibility, coordination, agility, and endurance. It is characterized by a variety of movements such as flips, twists, and jumps, often performed on apparatus like beams, bars, and mats.

5. The word "gymnastics" comes from the Greek word " gymnazein " ( γυμνάζειν ), which means "to exercise naked", because athletes in ancient Greece trained without clothes. The root " gymnos " ( γυμνός ) means "naked".

6. Types of Gymnastics Artistic Gymnastics: Involves routines on apparatus like the floor, vault, pommel horse, rings, parallel bars, and horizontal bar for men; and the floor, vault, uneven bars, and balance beam for women.

7. Rhythmic Gymnastics: Combines elements of ballet, dance, and gymnastics, performed to music. Athletes use apparatus such as ribbons, hoops, balls, clubs, and ropes.

8. Trampoline Gymnastics Athletes perform acrobatic movements while bouncing on a trampoline. It includes routines with jumps, flips, and twists.

9. Acrobatic Gymnastics: Involves partner-based routines where athletes perform acrobatic moves like throws, catches, and balances. Teams can consist of pairs, trios, or groups, focusing on trust, timing, and teamwork.

10. Basic Skills and Techniques Artistic Gymnastics: Tumbling, handstands, cartwheels. Rhythmic Gymnastics: Manipulation of ribbons, hoops, balls. Trampoline Gymnastics: Front flips, backflips, twists. Acrobatic Gymnastics: Partner lifts, balancing poses.

11. Forward Roll: A basic tumbling skill where the gymnast rolls forward on the floor in a tucked position. Backward Roll: Similar to the forward roll, but the gymnast rolls backward over the shoulders. Handstand: Balancing on the hands with the body in a straight, inverted position. Cartwheel: A sideways tumbling move where the gymnast rotates the body in a wheel motion, placing the hands on the ground followed by the feet. Round-off: Similar to a cartwheel but ends with both feet landing together, allowing momentum to carry into a flip or other move. Bridge: A back-bending position where the gymnast arches the body, supported by the hands and feet. Split: Extending the legs in opposite directions to create a straight line, emphasizing flexibility. Balance Beam Skills: Basic skills include walking forward, backward, and sideways, and performing simple jumps and turns on the beam.

12. Safety and Training Importance of proper warm-up and cool-down routines. Use of protective gear like mats and grips. Supervised training to prevent injuries.

13. Benefits of gymnastics

14. Physical Benefits: Improved Flexibility Increased Strength Better Balance and Coordination Enhanced Agility Overall Fitness

15. Mental Benefits: Discipline and Focus: The precision required in gymnastics helps develop discipline and the ability to concentrate. Confidence and Self-esteem: Mastering new skills and performing routines boosts self-confidence and self-esteem. Resilience and Perseverance: Gymnasts learn to deal with failure and setbacks, fostering resilience and a never-give-up attitude.

16. Social Benefits: Teamwork and Communication: In types like acrobatic gymnastics, gymnasts work in pairs or groups, promoting teamwork and effective communication. Sportsmanship: Participation teaches respect for peers and competitors, fostering a sense of sportsmanship.

17. Lifelong Skills: Goal Setting: Gymnasts learn to set and achieve personal and performance goals. Time Management: Balancing training, school, and other activities helps in developing effective time management skills.

18. Notable Gymnasts Simone Biles: Multiple Olympic and World Champion. Nadia Comaneci: First gymnast to score a perfect 10 in the Olympics. Kohei Uchimura: Renowned for his all-around skills in artistic gymnastics.

19. References Anderson, B. (2021). The History of Gymnastics: From Ancient Times to the Present. Johnson, T. (2020). Gymnastics Training and Techniques: A Comprehensive Guide. International Gymnastics Federation (FIG). (2022). Official Gymnastics Rules and Guidelines.