MAG Equipment advice

[skschlag]

So, D has started working 1 1/4 on pbars, and apparently needs something for his upper arms. What might this something be?

Also, for heel protection for release moves, I believe I have heard hockey elbow pads? Looking to pick up more equipment this weekend..lol

I used to love how we needed very little for gymnastics compared to other sports. now, in his gym bag, he has:
2 sets of HB grips
2 sets of rings grips
1 set wristbands
1 pair pommel pants
1 set skidz
2 ankle braces
2 knee braces
tape
kt tape
pre wrap
foam roller
and now needs these other things!

Pray a locker opens up at the gym soon! LOL!

 

[gymmomx2]

Would neoprene knee braces work for his arms?

 

[dancemom]

http://www.gymsupply.com/upperarmbandforp-bars.aspx

 

[dancemom]

Compression sleeves for runners may also work.
Our coach told the boys just to cut the lower arm off of an old sweatshirt & wear the sweatshirt for pbars.

 

[dancemom]

None of our boys wear heel protection, other than an occasional a pair of socks.

 

[skschlag]

Yeah. I have heard bad stories about slamming heels on the bars learning releases.....his old gym had some that everyone used, but he has to get his own now.

 

[MAmom]

My son says he and the older boys at the gym use their wristbands sometimes for protection.