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* What does it take, mentally and physically, to be a successful gymnast? You need to accept that you might injure yourself, along with training hard and doing extra conditioning. * What types of things do gymnasts have to do on a daily basis to keep their strength and ability endurance? You should run every day at least a half mile, and you should create a conditioning list that you do every day and gradually up the numbers. * What are some things you can do to prevent getting injured? Wear a brace and ice it, and if it swells soak it in Epsom salt. * How do you get a faster run? You need to lean forward a bit and stay lower to the ground. * Is there really a difference in your tumbling depending on which hurdle you use? No, Whatever hurdle you use just depends on if you lean more forward or backward. * What exercises help your ability to hold skills? strength and flexibility help to be able to execute a skill.

* What does it take to execute a release move? You have to be very powerful and tight in the air, and you need to be aware of your surroundings. * What should your strength versus weight ratio be? Everyone is different, and only your body knows where it is healthiest at.

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