Articles for Gymnasts

Xcel Platinum is the fourth level in the Xcel gymnastics levels. To compete gymnastics in the Xcel Platinum Division, the gymnast must be able to do routines that meet these requirements, as stated in the Xcel Code of Points. These requirements are paraphrased for easier comprehension; for precise information always refer to the official book published by USA Gymnastics… Read More →

It's that time of year when you need to start thinking about what to get your gymnast for the holidays! To help you, we've come up with the 25 best gymnastics gifts under $25 so you can get your shopping started. These are gifts that have consistently been purchased and adored throughout this year by… Read More →

Each year we look forward to rounding up the hottest, trendy gymnastics gear of the year. This year is no different. We've rounded up the top 10 gymnastics products of 2023. If you haven't already, make sure to check out our more comprehensive Gymnastics Gift Guide 2023! 1. Mindset & Meet Journal This gymnastics journal… Read More →

When prepping for a gymnastics meet so that you perform your best on competition day, thorough preparation is key. Whether you're a seasoned gymnast or new to the competitive scene, these tips will help you prepare for a gymnastics meet with confidence and poise. We've created a First Meet sign for you to use in… Read More →

It's already October and Halloween will be here before we know it! With all the trick-or-treating and school and gym parties, you're going to need a great costume! Halloween costumes can be super expensive, though, especially if you only plan to wear it the one time -- which is why a little creativity can go… Read More →

Goal setting. You’ve heard the term a million times yet maybe you’ve never actually set goals, or you’ve stopped setting goals because you’ve never achieved the goals you set out to complete. If you’ve never actually set goals it’s probably because you haven’t seen the value in it. And if you’ve never achieved the goals… Read More →

  Do you want to practice and get better at gymnastics this summer? You might think the only time you can practice is when you're in the gym but that's definitely not the case! We've put together a list of creative ways to practice gymnastics skills while on summer break outside in the warmth of the… Read More →

A handstand is one of the most important skills in gymnastics. Not only is it one of the basics on floor, the straight-body handstand position is everywhere in other skills. The handstand position is in a giant on bars, in a front handspring on vault and in handsprings (back and front) on both beam and… Read More →

Here is a list of floor gymnastics skills. It's not a comprehensive list. But we've tried to list the most commonly learned floor skills in the order that most gymnasts learn them. You can use this as a good starting point. Click Here to Download GymnasticsHQ's Skills List: Floor Acro Skills Forward Roll Backward Roll… Read More →