​Gymnastics is just like other sports, there were ups and downs too. There were bad times and good times that both a gymnast and a coach has to deal with. But the story becomes even sweeter and meaningful when there are championships happen.
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The champs, undoubtedly, would become the happiest person living on Earth. Who are the champs then? And, how was life going before reaching the victory? Today, let’s discover some heartbreaking facts.

​The Coach

Upon giving a warm applause to a winning athlete, there is someone deserves much more appreciation in the corner – the coach. Before the gold, there were tears coming from the trainers. Long before the competition, it’s not just the gymnast preparing for the battle, mentors too.
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They give proper mentoring to flourish a child. If gymnasts consider each other a family, coaches must be their second parents. This is because they’ve been through the journey together, having laughs, bonds, and challenges together. 

​What other people forget about these people are their continuous help and sacrifices. To train someone that commits a lot of mistakes is something very frustrating, but they don’t give up. They continue to share knowledge, experiences and mold a competitive athlete. After all, when everyone is cheering for the winning gymnast, it seems they don’t exist.

The Gymnast

Gymnasts do whatever it takes to be the champ. Spend more hours in the gym, more effort in training and sometimes, more pain to feel while in. Because no matter how experienced you are in gymnastics, it will always be terrifying to balance yourself in the beam, and that safety net will always be your best friend.

​The badges of honor for gymnasts are their calluses. There are constant cuts and bruises. And the pressure of having a perfect body type is high. One other hard thing about being a gymnast is the feeling of not really experiencing life because what you always do is a train of challenges. 

​Wrapping Up

So, you’ve read all the secrets a coach and a gymnast hidden inside. Wonder why I used the word “secret’? This is because almost none of them revealed to the world.

Most people just see their faces, their moves, and laughs. Where in fact, there are certain things they will never tell you unless you take a closer look and ask.

​Does your hair fall out in a matter of seconds while just doing a simple move? A gymnast hair does not! In the middle of all the tumbling, flipping and vaulting, their hair impressively remains intact.
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No matter how complex the moves they’re performing, the crown of glory they’re wearing stay in place throughout the day. How do they keep their hair up? Read on and find out. 

​The Secrets of Making a Winning Hair

Hairspray

There is one common thing in every gymnast’s bag – hairspray. Without it, a gymnast hair won’t stick. It won’t hold up that strong and it will never look really great. Hairspray is a thing that hairstylists can’t live without, and so does gymnasts. 

​Multiple Ties

In gymnastics, using one tie may not be enough. According to ESPN’s 2015 Body Issue magazine, most gymnasts wear up to 15 elastic hairstyles at a time. The more you bond the hair, the bigger the possibility of not losing it until the end.

Strong Elastics

​Using a number of elastics for the hair is like a garbage if they slip out so easily. Use tough elastics and hide them in your hair to secure your hair all the time. When shopping for elastics, choose ones that are strong enough for your hair type. 

Hair Accessories

Adding hair accessories is a personal choice but if you could see how they showcase your personality, they can be a big must-have in your daily routine. Accessories such as hair ribbons are what gymnasts admire the most.

The Goal of Hair Styling

Gymnasts love getting their hair tied up but what’s most important here is that hair should not be distracting. Being creative is good but too much is not anymore pleasing.

Dreaming of going for the gold? Do a gymnast’s hair the best way and flip around freely!

​Every player in gymnastics has to live with confidence, determination, and endurance but there is one thing every sport must live without – injury.

Staying safe in gymnastics is one of the biggest achievements a gymnast could do. So, how would you get your body free from strains, sprains, and breaks? I’ll give you some tips!

#1: Use Proper Protective Equipment

What’s important about personal safety is that you get yourself protected even if others do not. Thus, before jumping off the gym every day, use protective equipment such as:

•    Grips
•    Wrist wraps
•    Powder
•    Tape
•    Gauze
•    Footwear
•    Spotting belts etc.

​#2: Draw on Appropriate Environment Boundaries

Soft mats and other protective apparatus are used to protect the body from getting injuries every time the training occurs. Wherever falls could occur, soft and gentle mats should always be there. Because no matter how good you are in gymnastics, you can’t predict accidents.  

​#3: Consider Physical Conditioning

If you feel your body needs a break, give it. We all need an emotional and physical break especially if you begin gymnastics at a young age. Taking a break will help you recover small tensions you may have to prevent serious injuries in the long run.

​#4: Follow Rules No Matter What

Rules are set to protect you, not to harm you. Whatever rules your gymnastics room has provided, follow it. It is good to practice in a safe environment and one of the best ways to reduce the chance of injuries is to obey rules.

#5: Don’t Force Yourself to Learn

In order to master the sport, you don’t need money – just time. Forcing yourself to master new skills couldn’t help. Take your time and don’t rush about doing moves your body is not yet capable of.

Wrapping it up

It is possible to prevent pains and serious damages once “safety first” comes your mind. Follow these tips and enjoy gymnastics injury-free!

Interested in competing for the gold? Keep your body fit and healthy. The road for the victory will not be easy. In order to make your dreams come true, you have to guard yourself against frustrations your body might provide.
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Whatever the purpose of your gymnastics training, you can’t reach success if you are physically weak. So, keep yourself going!

Tips for Staying Healthy 

Do you wanna flip on the beam and swing on the bars for life? Here are some ways to do it.

•    Pay attention to your nutrition.
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Keep your body strong. One way to do that is to eat healthy meals. Pay attention to what you eat and don’t take drinking water for granted. Avoid junk foods and fried foods; focus on high-carbohydrate, high-calcium and high-protein meals instead. Drink water a lot to avoid dehydration.

​•    Let your rest be good.

A good bedtime is equivalent to a good practice. Sleep well and make your bedtime and wake-up time permanent. Your body will work best if you are well-focused. If you have the chance to nap, do it. Staying healthy for gymnastics is also about getting plenty of rest.

Tips for Staying Fit

Gymnastics nowadays also require gymnasts to stay fit. The best way to do so is to support your practice with intensive strength-training exercises. Below are some of the tricks you could do.

•    Improve your cardiovascular endurance.

​Do walking, swimming, jogging or cycling to keep your cardiovascular endurance up. Don’t just rely on the gym. Do something when off the session. There are other activities you could do. What matters most is that elevating your heart rate is beneficial.

•    Boost your flexibility and control.

Conditioning exercises are essential not just to avoid injuries but also to help strengthen your core, abs, toes and fingers and arm and leg muscles. When you have the strength your leg and arm needs, your flexibility and control will improve. 

Final Words​

Fitness and health are different. In the intense routines of gymnastics, you need them both. Reach your goals by staying fit and healthy and be ready to perform different moves like no other!