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Shoulder Strengthening Exercises for Male Gymnasts

Posted on April 24, 2019 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP

Gymnastics is a sport with large demands on the upper body. Male gymnasts especially rely on the strength and stabilization...
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Common Wrist Injuries in Male Gymnasts

Posted on March 21, 2019 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP

Male gymnasts encounter different stresses on their joints compared to their female counterparts due to differences in the events they...
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Knee Injury Prevention For Gymnasts

Posted on July 31, 2018 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP

Gymnastics is a fun and popular sport for young children and adolescents. As athletes progress in competition, the level and...
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Stretching Safely in Gymnastics

Posted on May 23, 2018 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP

Gymnasts require more flexibility than the general athlete to perform the necessary skills of their sport. Summertime is a great...
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The Importance of Strengthening the Gymnast’s Elbow

Posted on April 2, 2018 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP

Gymnastics offers a unique perspective, even allowing some athletes to see the world upside down!
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Correction of Muscle Imbalances for Gymnasts and Cheerleaders

Posted on June 3, 2015 by Athletico

Most people agree that gymnasts and cheerleaders must be very strong and flexible. Although each athlete is different, patterns of...
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6 Tips for a Healthy High School Gymnastics Season

Posted on December 1, 2014 by Athletico

The gymnastics and cheer seasons’ are underway! Check out our second blog focusing on staying healthy during the gymnastics and cheerleading season....
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Wrist Pain in Gymnasts and Cheerleaders

Posted on November 13, 2014 by Athletico

The gymnastics and cheer seasons’ are picking up intensity! Check out our first of two blogs focusing on staying healthy...
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