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No, because they will teach you to be flexible.
Ummmm well that's true but like GYMNASTS are flexible and are supposed to be. But im guessing that you aren't a gymnast seeing as thought you asked this question. So yes you would have to be flexible if you are a gymnast.
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I am a gymnast myself, and even after many years of training i have not yet mastered my split. No, you do not have to be flexible, but you can't be a stiff board either.
Usually you will get more flexible after years of training, but i believe that if you're not the flexible kind of person, don't start gymnastics because you could seriously hurt yourself.
So no, gymnasts don't need to be flexible, but if you want to be a good gymnast and achieve really anything in the sport then yes you do need to be pretty flexible, though flexibility is not difficult to acheive, just do some light stretches once or twice a week and you'll see a marked improvement.
Gymnasts don't have to be super flexible, but do need to have some sort of flexibility. If is a gymnast is not flexible enough, certain skills cannot be done because to do some skills you must be flexible in certain positions.
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Are boys flexible?
Most of the time they are not but there are boys who are naturally flexible or there are boys such as gymnasts who train to become flexible but still have trouble, which is why most of the guy gymnasts focus on tumbling.
Where can someone see videos of a flexible woman?
A person can see videos of flexible women by watching gymnastic competitions. Gymnasts are highly flexible, especially the female gymnasts. A person can also see videos of flexible women online at video sites such as Youtube.
What kinds of special needs do gymnasts need to follow?
Some needs for gymnasts is that they have to be very balanced to do beam .You have to be very flexible (inorder to do floor and the uneven bars).
Can you begin gymnastics from 14?
Of course you can! You might now be as flexible as the younger gymnasts, but you can always work on your flexibility!
Is it true that real gymnast can do the splits?
Yes, they can. Not just gymnasts can do the splits, anyone who is very flexible can do the splits if they practice hard.
How do rhythmic gymnasts become so flexible?
Well, Rhythmic gymnasts are not just naturally flexible they stretch and stretch and stretch. Some rhythmic gymnasts are more flexible in their legs and to be able to to those amazing split leaps they stretch a lot! And others are way more flexible on their backs. There are also people who are just good at both leg and back flexibility. But remember rhythmic gymnasts have VERY strong core muscles which helps them balance, turn, hold their flexibility skills and jump.
How do you make you self flexible for gymnastics?
u must stretch every day to become flexible. gymnasts arnt born that flexible...they stretch A LOT every day until they r shaking! u must work 2 get ur splits
Can a back injury stunt your growth?
It depends on how the back was injured. For example, gymnasts are normally short because they are flexible at such a young age which does something to their spine. I recommend asking your doctor.
What makes girls more flexible?
Most of the time they are not but there are boys who are naturally flexible or there are boys such as gymnasts who train to become flexible but still have trouble, which is why most of the guy gymnasts focus on tumbling.
Do Chinese gymnasts use grips?
all gymnasts use grips
Who are the women gymnast in the Olympics 2010?
There were no gymnasts in 2010. Gymnasts are in the summer olypics.
Why Do Gymnasts need Math?
Gymnasts need math because math is in are everyday life, and when gymnasts are in their late 20s it is time for us to retire and to get a job.
