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    Parents Repeating Level 4?

    My dd competed level 4 as a 7 year old and did okay. She and several of her teammates were made to repeat level 4 which IMO, was really a waste of time. She had a solid kip, jump to high bar, etc. and all other level 5 skills. She was bored stiff her 2nd year as a 4 even though she had a lot of...
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    Parents anyone's dd training twice a day?

    For those of you that have a gymnast training twice a day or contemplating training twice a day, is this through invitation only at your gym or when the gymnast reaches a certain level, twice a day training is available to all who desire it?
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    Parents Stress Fractures

    I just wanted to report back that my dd's MRI was normal and did not show any stress fractures in her back. I'm so relieved yet we still need an explanation for her back pain. She is following up with a well known doctor around here who specializes in treating gymnasts - Dr. Nassar from...
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    when to wear grips... And when to join team

    At my dd's gym, the policy on grips seems to be once the kip is mastered, the gymnast is expected to start using grips. My dd was 7 and a level 4 when she got her first set of grips. I know this policy varies from gym to gym. Some gymnasts don't start using grips until they are level 7 or...
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    Parents Stress Fractures

    I just wanted to thank you all for your supportive words or information about stress fractures. My dd had her MRI on Friday and we are waiting for the results. I'm hoping to hear something Monday or Tuesday. Any more words of advice from anyone experienced with this type of injury are...
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    Parents Stress Fractures

    Hello all - I'm new to this forum after stumbling upon it a few months ago. I've been lurking since but would like to join in. I'm not sure if this is the best place to present this question but thought I'd start here with the parents. I have an 11 year old DD who is competing level 7...

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