Pullover help ?

[gymnastbaby15]

So, I was a level 6 going to 7. Competitive, and progressing. Then stupid me quit gymnastics for dance, which was the worst decision of my life. Anyway, I lost all my bars, and most of my beam and vault. Floor is okay but lost some. Now I'm back, and I'm taking like a little refresher's kinda thing, I'm starting back at the level one rock bottom basics. The only thing I need to go to level two is my pullover. (Not the two feet, the one where you take two steps and then kick over). I keep dropping my arms in the middle of it when my thighs hit and I can't get my hips over the bar. Any extra conditioning I can do? Or what? Does anyone know what muscles the skill uses?

 

[fliptwisttwirl]

Arms and abs. Do some L holds while hanging on the bar. And chin ups if you can.
You could also put a panel mat (or spotting block depending on how much help you need) in front of you and kick off that, it'll be considerably easier.

 

[barsgirl]

how long did you quit for? just curious

 

[gymnastbaby15]

how long did you quit for? just curious

2 1/2 years

 

[Foxy's Leos]

wow! very impressive that you are going back after 2 and 1/2 years!! I went back after 3 once and it takes a lot of determination! good luck with you pullovers!