gymnastics

"A survey of the highlights and legendary athletes--such as Romanian Nadia Comaneci--of the Olympic sport of gymnastics, which has been part of the modern Summer Games since 1896"--Provided by publisher.

Presents volume nine in a seventeen-volume series on how to prevent, diagnose, and treat sports injuries and focuses specifically on gymnastics with additional information on its history and possible career opportunities.

Provides a brief introduction to gymnastics including various gymnastic events in the Olympic games and record breaking Olympic gymnasts.

"An introduction to women's and men's gymnastics events held at the summer Olympics, including the floor exercise, vault, balance beam, parallel bars, and more. Also explains rules, records, and famous Olympic gymnasts."--Provided by publisher.

This book examines gymnastics skills, including techniques for the floor exercise, vault, bars, rings, balance beam, and pommel horse, and provides tips and tricks for young aspiring gymnasts.

Provides information about participating in gymnastics, including the history, equipment, skills, and practice necessary.

Describes a gymnast's training and preparation, and life as a top competitor. Names and achievements of champions are recorded.

Photographs and text describe Jenny's first day in a gymnastics class.