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Gymnastics Scoring for Dummies
What do those numbers even mean?! 🔢 THE BASICS Every gymnast’s score = Start Value (SV) – Deductions 🏆 1. START VALUE (SV) The highest...
Pru McLaughlin
5 days ago6 min read
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Gymnastics Leagues: Explained
At our gym, we proudly participate in three different competitive gymnastics leagues in New Jersey: USAIGC, JOGA, and USAG (which...
Pru McLaughlin
5 days ago5 min read
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Front Split Flexibility Routine (3 Days/Week)
Warm-Up (5–10 minutes): Leg Swings: 10 reps per leg, front to back. Lunges with Arm Reaches: 10 reps per leg. High Knees or Butt Kicks:...
Pru McLaughlin
May 51 min read
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Overcoming Mental Blocks in Gymnastics: The Mindset Behind the Magic
In the world of gymnastics, strength, flexibility, and skill are just the beginning. Behind every high-flying release move or flawless...
Pru McLaughlin
May 54 min read
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Fueling for the Podium: Proper Nutrition for Gymnasts Before a Competition
When it comes to gymnastics, strength, precision, flexibility, and mental focus are essential—but none of those can peak without proper...
Pru McLaughlin
May 53 min read
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Begin Here Go Anywhere: Gymnastics Develops Skills for Other Sports
When you think of gymnastics, you likely picture incredible strength, agility, and seemingly impossible flips. But beyond the...
Pru McLaughlin
May 52 min read
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The Power of Play: Why Keeping Gymnastics Fun and Athlete-Centered Matters at Every Level
Gymnastics is a beautiful blend of strength, grace, discipline, and determination. From tiny tots learning to cartwheel to elite athletes...
Pru McLaughlin
May 42 min read
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