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  1. oohannah19oo

    Ankle Pain

    I have been experiencing some pain in my ankles lately, and I was wondering if anyone has experienced or knows what the issue is. This has always been an issue for me, but recently it has felt worse. When I land a jump or tumbling move, I feel an aching sting in my ankle. Sometimes I feel it in...
  2. oohannah19oo

    knees??

    It depends where the pain is. If the pain is around the patella in the front, you may have Osgood Shlatters. Osgood Shlatters is very common among gymnasts, and tends to occur between the ages of 10-15, so you are in the target age range. It is when there is inflammation where the tibia meets...
  3. oohannah19oo

    Grips???

    All grips come in numerous sizes. Each brand has their own set of measurements and sizes. Start by choosing the brand you want. Maybe ask your gym for one that their gymnasts use commonly, I use Reisport and find them to be very good quality. Once you select the brand, pick a style. There are...
  4. oohannah19oo

    Purchasing a Trampoline

    I am planning on buying a trampoline for my backyard (finally!), and was looking for suggestions regarding brands. I am completely overwhelmed by all the choices, and could really use some advice. I want a large rectangular trampoline with a lot of bounce. If you have a good trampoline, please...
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    knee problem

    I have a similar knee pain. I feel mine in a stretched out position rather than bent, but it is the same idea. My doctor said I have Patella Femoral Syndrome. It is a common problem, especially in athletic girls like gymnasts. The ratio between quadricep-hamstring strength in girls is 4-1...
  6. oohannah19oo

    Does anybody know how to get rid of bruises fast ?

    Ouch! That sounds like a painful bruise incident! I hope it heals soon :) Unfortunately, I don't know any ways to speed up bruise fading. The suggestions that people have made sound interesting, please post a message saying if you find any of them effective. I have a giant bruise on my ankle...
  7. oohannah19oo

    Back handspring

    There are a few possible reasons as to why you go slightly to the side. Looking to the side is definitely one of them. Your body will follow where your head is leaning, so if your head is even to the side the slightest bit, you will go in that direction. Make sure to keep your head in a relaxed...
  8. oohannah19oo

    Sweatpants Syndrom

    I love sweatpants! They are so comfy! I have a pair from Hollister that are the most comfortable pants I have ever owned- I actually wear them as pjs :). The trick with enjoying sweatpants is to wear other pants as well. I wear jeans most days to school, and sweats occasionally. Make sure to...
  9. oohannah19oo

    My weight and my coach.

    Your weight is perfectly fine! As a gymnast, a huge percentage of that weight is muscle. I am 5'2 and 120 lbs. I took a body fat percentage test, and the amount of fat in my weight was 16%. Healthy women have a percentage of 18-24%, while athletic women are closer to 12-18%. Also, remember that...
  10. oohannah19oo

    too late to begin?

    It is definitely not too late for you to start! I started at exactly the same age, which was about 5 months ago. I am now working level 5 and 6 skills (and a few 7s). I have not been competing, though I have been training a lot. I'm planning on joining the high school team next year to...
  11. oohannah19oo

    Lake Owen

    I hope you have an awesome time! Lake Owen sounds fantastic. I was considering going this summer if I don't get the job I applied for, and in that case, you and I could possibly train together! I'm 14 and am in Prep-Op Intermediate (I'm training level 5 and 6 skills). I just started gymnastics...
  12. oohannah19oo

    Dancing With The Stars Promo Pics

    I hope she does well! Though I also hope she goes back to training soon, I really want to see her compete this season. I used to do ballroom dance; the whole fake tan thing is really popular. I never did it myself, but the vast majority of female dancers did. Some of their partners did as...
  13. oohannah19oo

    Sad news

    The same thing happened to my town's high school team a few years ago. They said there was a lack of interest, so they cut the team. This year they brought the team back due to a burst of interest among freshmen gymnasts. You should try working with the team and the parent support system at your...

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