Gymnastics Books

Book SynopsisIn the #1 New York Times bestselling book Courage to Soar, US Olympic gymnast Simone Biles presents the story of how she overcame early childhood challenges to become the only female gymnast to ever win three consecutive World Championship titles in her official autobiography.Trade ReviewNineteen-year-old Biles, Olympic gold medalist and the most decorated U.S. gymnast of all time, takes readers along her journey to the podium in this memoir. After spending her early childhood in and out of foster care, Biles was adopted by her biological grandparents. She began her gymnastics training at the age of six after a field trip to Bannon’s Gymnastix, where the coaches quickly discovered that she “had what it took to go all the way.” Biles describes not only her gymnastics training and career but also her personal life, including her grandmother’s death, the difficult decisions she made in order to balance school and gymnastics, her “bratty period” in her early teens, and her love for her car, with its zebra-print interior. In recent years, Biles has won three consecutive world championship titles followed by her team gold and individual wins at the 2016 Olympics. Biles’s narration is effervescent, showing her to be, as her brother says, “a goofy and down-to-earth kid.” The tone is conversational and includes casual phrases such as “if you can’t already tell” and “just kidding.” She expresses appreciation for her family, friends, teammates, and coaches and frequently credits God and her faith for her success. One slight caveat: readers without background knowledge about gymnastics may not find the terminology to be adequately explained. VERDICT Essential for libraries serving tween and teen gymnastics fans.–Magdalena Teske, Naperville Public Library, IL * School Library Journal *

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Book SynopsisBig Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers that together provide a consistent and highly effective approach to teaching phonics.Find out all the fun ways you can enjoy gymnastics in this photographic non-fiction book.Pages 14 and 15 contain an I Spy feature with a specific phoneme focus, which uses visual support to help children embed phonic knowledge.Reading notes within the book provide practical support for reading with children, including a list of all the sounds and words that the book will cover.

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Book SynopsisNile Wilson is known to many as a Great Britain Gymnast who won a Bronze Medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics and who is England's most successful ever gymnast at a Commonwealth Games following his 5 medals in 2018\. Yet, Nile is so much more than just a gymnast. A YouTuber with over a million subscribers, a social media influencer, a successful businessman and entrepeneur, Nile is also an advocate for mental health awareness, and who has been very open about his own personal struggles. Nile Wilson - My Story gives an unprecedented look into Nile's true battle to be fit and ready for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics - throughout the Games and the aftermath. The public perception of Nile Wilson is his humour, openness and how down to earth he is, all of which is true. Due to this perception however, people presume they know everything about him. This book will shatter that perception, and reveal the struggles behind the smiles, from the brutal reality of performing at an elite sporting level, to the mental health battles Nile has had to fight - and continues to fight - every day.

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Book SynopsisLarry Nassar has been called one of the worst sexual predators in history. For years, the families in Lansing, Michigan admired and trusted him. He was a longtime doctor at Michigan State University, while also serving as the physician for the U.S. Olympic gymnastics team. Parents left their daughters in his care, grateful for the attention of this renowned doctor. He became a mentor and confidante to aspiring young gymnasts with big dreams.In the wake of abuse revelations, athletes are asking why they weren't protected. Victims want to know why they weren't believed. Parents are questioning why authorities didn't stop him when they had the chance. How did this happen? And how can we prevent it from occurring again? Drawing on exclusive interviews, this book unveils the behind-the-scenes story on the scandal that riveted and devastated the world of elite sports--and the small community where it all began. This is the narrative of how these women found their voice and came together, refusing to let the abuse of their past define their future. Their experience carries an important message for readers amid the ever-growing #MeToo movement: There is power in your voice.

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Book SynopsisCOMPETITION. PERFECTION. DESTRUCTION.A tight, frightening story of friendship, rivalry and obsession, told in sparse and beautiful prose' Abigail Dean, author of GIRL ABrilliantly observed, beautifully written it's quite simply unforgettable' Alex Michaelides, author of THE SILENT PATIENT and THE MAIDENSA DANGEROUS OBSESSIONMartina wants to be the best gymnast in the world. But so does everyone around her.A TOURNAMENT WITH A DIFFERENCEDuring one week of intense competition, Martina and her teammates are tested to the limit, and any sign of weakness can quickly spell the end.A MURDER IN THE NIGHTBy the end of the week, one of the gymnasts will be dead. Every girl will do anything to winbut at what cost?Compelling, harrowing, and ultimately devastating it's quite simply unforgettable.' ALEX MICHAELIDES, author of THE PATIENTA tight, frightening story of friendship, rivalry and obsession.' ABIGAIL DEAN, Sunday Times bestselling author of GIRL ABrutal and brilliant I read it in one sittTrade Review‘A vivid picture as shocking as it is gripping’ Stylist ‘Spare and claustrophobic … [a] sense of unease and impending doom.’ Shotsmag For fans of the harrowing Netflix documentary Athlete A … comes Ilaria Bernardini’s cautionary tale about what happens when competition goes too far.’ Harper’s Bazaar ‘During an international contest… we see the physical pain, emotional toll, abuse and complicity the competition can foster. Black Swan meets Heathers’ GRAZIA ‘Mesmerising…a richness of psychological and sensual detail that non-fiction could never match’ THE SUNDAY TIMES ‘A tight, frightening story of friendship, rivalry and obsession, told in sparse and beautiful prose. Tense as the space between the uneven bars.' ABIGAIL DEAN, author of GIRL A “The Girls are Good is a compelling, harrowing, and ultimately devastating portrayal of the horrors of being a teenager in the world of competitive gymnastics. Brilliantly observed, beautifully written – it’s quite simply unforgettable.”ALEX MICHAELIDES, author of THE PATIENT ‘What a book! A stunning and revealing look the world of elite gymnastics. An unforgettable debut.’ JO JAKEMAN, author of STICKS AND STONES ‘Brutal and brilliant – I read it in one sitting.’ HARRIET TYCE, author of BLOOD ORANGE ‘Powerful, claustrophobic, shocking and heart-breaking.’ JANE SHEMILT, author of THE PATIENT ‘What a haunting novel. Cruel, barbed, disturbing, poignant – and it opened my eyes to an industry so graceful and effortless, and the intensity of a group of young people.’ LIV MATTHEWS, author of THE PRANK 'Loved this book, it’s such an original & haunting read which has stated with me long after reading'AMANDA REYNOLDS, author of CLOSE TO ME

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Book SynopsisIn Courage to Soar, the official autobiography from US Olympic gymnast Simone Biles, Simone presents the story of how she overcame early childhood challenges to become the most decorated US female gymnast and the only female gymnast to ever win three consecutive World Championship titles.Trade ReviewNineteen-year-old Biles, Olympic gold medalist and the most decorated U.S. gymnast of all time, takes readers along her journey to the podium in this memoir. After spending her early childhood in and out of foster care, Biles was adopted by her biological grandparents. She began her gymnastics training at the age of six after a field trip to Bannon’s Gymnastix, where the coaches quickly discovered that she “had what it took to go all the way.” Biles describes not only her gymnastics training and career but also her personal life, including her grandmother’s death, the difficult decisions she made in order to balance school and gymnastics, her “bratty period” in her early teens, and her love for her car, with its zebra-print interior. In recent years, Biles has won three consecutive world championship titles followed by her team gold and individual wins at the 2016 Olympics. Biles’s narration is effervescent, showing her to be, as her brother says, “a goofy and down-to-earth kid.” The tone is conversational and includes casual phrases such as “if you can’t already tell” and “just kidding.” She expresses appreciation for her family, friends, teammates, and coaches and frequently credits God and her faith for her success. One slight caveat: readers without background knowledge about gymnastics may not find the terminology to be adequately explained. VERDICT Essential for libraries serving tween and teen gymnastics fans.–Magdalena Teske, Naperville Public Library, IL * School Library Journal *Who can forget the radiant smile and inexhaustible energy of four-feet-eight, 19-year-old Simone Biles, Olympian gymnast? This inspiring and humorous memoir details how Simone, with the help and support of her family, coaches, faith, and friends, succeeded in winning five Olympic medals in 2016, four gold and a bronze. After a brief time in foster care, Simone was six when she and her younger sister were adopted by her grandparents (whom she refers to as her mom and dad). Flipping on the family trampoline and an unexpected daycare trip to the local tumbling gym sparked her love of gymnastics. Despite her rookie success, she missed being selected for the USA women’s junior team by one spot and was too young to compete in the 2012 Olympics. But success was in her future, due in part to her incredible support system---her parents even built their own gym. Simone is admirable, but it’s the unwavering support of her family and coaches that will make a lasting impact on readers. -Sharon Rawlins * Booklist *

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Book SynopsisIf there were such a thing as an elder stateswoman in women''s gymnastics today, Nadia Comaneci would win that title as readily as she once won gold medals. Olga Korbut came before her, and many other medalists would follow, but none has ever been as dominant in winning the hearts of millions around the world. With grit and determination, Nadia Comaneci ushered in a new era for women''s sports, one where young girls could vault into the arena of superstardom. Even today, almost thirty years after her greatest triumphs, you need only mention the name Nadia and gymnastics fans know instantly whom you are talking about. In Letters to a Young Gymnast, Nadia shows what it takes to achieve athletic perfection and become the best. With inspiring and dramatic stories from her own experience, she tells us how the young girl that Bela Karolyi discovered in a Romanian elementary school found the inner strength to become a world-class athlete at such a young age. This collection of Nadia''s

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive guide to spotting and safety techniques in the gymnasium.

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Book SynopsisOlympic gymnast and Cirque du Soleil acrobat Mary Sanders shares her incredible story of dedication and personal sacrifice that led to success and reinvention.Mary Sanders was handed an Olympic dream by her father from the moment she was born. Determined to follow in his footsteps, the young gymnast struggled through training setbacks, financial hardships, and personal rivalries, under a cloud of grief, to compete in the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens. But that achievement was only the beginning for a woman determined to reinvent herself and consistently raise her own standards for success.In this revealing memoir, Mary recounts her journey from Olympian to Cirque du Soleil acrobat to entertainment executive working for Shark Tank's Robert Herjavec while balancing life at home with two children. Through it all, no matter what obstacles are thrown in her path, Mary pushes forward, leaning on her faith, her family, and her enduring optimism to suTrade ReviewComing from a sport that is often under the radar and underappreciated, Mary has risen above it all. Time and time again she has shown the world what it means to be a champion. And now, this memoir of courage and perseverance is guaranteed to inspire readers to take ownership of their lives. * Andrea Joyce, NBC Sportscaster *Poise and fortitude have taken Mary from a celebrated athlete to conquering the entertainment world. I am proud of her growth and her willingness to mentor and inspire other women. * Beth Stevenson, Founder and Executive Producer, Brain Power Studio *Mary’s many lives are the result of who she is today, an incredibly humble talent and a fearless leader. * Noah Galloway, bestselling author of Living with No Excuses *Sanders’ resume begs for the memoir treatment. 9 Lives by 35 showcases a high-flying life that readers will find thoroughly inspiring. * Booklist *Table of ContentsForeword 1st Life: Child Gymnast 2nd Life: Rhythmic Gymnast3rd Life: Olympian 4th Life: Acrobat 5th Life: The Soloist 6th Life: Creative Director & Choreographer 7th Life: Entertainment Executive 8th Life: Wife & Mother 9th Life: Writer, Actor, Producer Acknowledgements About the Author

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Book SynopsisMax Whitlock, Team GB's double Olympic gold-medallist, has spent years developing his own fitness regime and now he wants to share his workout secrets with you.The Whitlock Workout gathers together all of Max's user-friendly core strength exercises and quick workout routines that anybody can try, from simple stretches on your sofa, to those using just a cushion or a pillow, through to more advanced total body exercises which can be taken outside to your local park. Along with nutritional tips and his favourite quick and healthy recipes to help fuel your body, Max shares the secrets of his success and teaches us how to be fit for life. QUICK WORKOUTS. HEALTHY RECIPES. TOTAL FITNESS.Max is proof that if you train hard and eat well, you really can achieve amazing results from home. Whether it's a spare 15 minutes in the morning before work, or half an hour at the weekend, The Whitlock WorkoutTrade ReviewIn The Whitlock Workout Max shares his unique exercises that can be done by anyone anywhere, using body-weight rather than expensive equipment. Its pages are filled with images of the handsome young athlete grappling with sofa cushions in a bid to show us all what is possible using everyday objects (even if we don't have anything approaching his athletic physique). * Daily Express *[Max Whitlock] shares his speedy fitness routines with us . . . from simple stretches on the sofa to more advanced total body exercises you can do in the garden or park. He includes nutritional tips and his favourite quick and healthy recipes. * Sunday Express *[The Whitlock Workout] is part sports memoir, part workout plan, part recipe book, with an emphasis on simplicity, time-efficiency and manageable goals . . . Whitlock's plan seems particularly timely . . . his exercise plan is a gym-free, fad-free regime . . . His workout plan is suitable for fitness newbies and gym-goers alike, with practical advice for staying motivated and slotting gymnastics-based fitness into our everyday lives. * iNews *Core strength is at the heart of [Max's] practice, and he would like to pass on his best workouts for us to do at home or anywhere you fancy! Incorporating little elements into your day will transform you from the inside out. Balance is key here, in more ways than one . . . Consider this to be a smart and hugely effective guide towards a better you in 2020! * Magic Radio Book Club *Exercise and enjoyment belong in the same sentence with the help of one of the UK's foremost athletes. [Max] has passed on his extensive knowledge about health, fitness and healthy eating in his new book. * Woman's Own *Whitlock is on a mission to get Britain fit and healthy . . . the book features several series of exercises that target the whole body. And best of all, they can mostly be done without any additional equipment. Just the floor, a sofa, or a cushion is more than enough. * The Telegraph *In The Whitlock Workout, Max Whitlock advocates using things such as a sofa cushion - or a child - rather than high-tech gym equipment to help incorporate fitness into everyday life. * Daily Mail *Looking for healthy dinner ideas - take inspiration from Olympic gymnast Max Whitlock... his new book, The Whitlock Workout, is a surprisingly accessible exercise and recipe manual * Muddy Stilettos *

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Book SynopsisNile Wilson first shot to fame in 2014, when he became the only British gymnast to win five gold medals at the European Junior Gymnastics Championships. The same year, he won four medals as a senior in the Commonwealth Games and is the current Commonwealth Champion on the horizontal bar. In 2016, he won bronze at the Rio Olympics and is tipped to win gold at the next World Championships and Olympics. He has recently won three gold and two silver medals at the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games. Nile is also a YouTube sensation, with over 750,000 subscribers to his channel. His videos are not only educational, but also highly entertaining and to date have been viewed over 45 million times! Nile is very passionate about his sport and works tirelessly to encourage more people to get into gymnastics. His book will be a guide for anyone new to the sport and will show just how easy it is to get and stay fit using gymnastics.

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Book SynopsisEducational gymnastics is a field that differs from traditional gymnastics. Instead of a focus on developing skills in which all students are expected to develop at the same rate, educational gymnastics provides learning experiences that are designed to meet children at their skill level and expand skills within their level of competence. Educational gymnastics centers on balance as a lifelong skill, on self-responsibility, and on respect for self and others.Educational Gymnastics for Children takes a child-centered approach to offering highly applied and safe learning experiences as it provides readers with the theoretical foundation and practical application of educational gymnastics for all elementary students. Written by two physical education professionals who have years of experience providing these learning experiences to children in elementary physical education programs, the text offers the following: Gymnastics learning experiences for elementary physical education, most requiring no gymnastics equipment Detailed safety measures for all learning experiences to ensure a safe environment Assessment strategies to enhance student learning A child-centered approach to engage all students in a noncompetitive environment that encourages variety in student response and success for all students, thus fostering social-emotional learning and self-worth The learning experiences in the text provide a clear understanding of the skills and concepts being taught and come with an easy-to-follow template for teachers. Many of the learning experiences require no equipment; mats are added for safety as the task difficulty increases. A single chapter has been devoted to use of equipment (e.g., boxes, ladders, horizontal bars, climbing frames).Learning ExperiencesThe learning experiences in the text are presented as a progression based on the development of children, both physically and cognitively. Each series of learning experiences is preceded by a cognitive focus, a skill focus, criteria for quality, and information on safety, equipment, and organization to maximize participation and learning. Teaching tips are offered throughout to help teachers develop lesson plans to fit the needs of their students.OrganizationEducational Gymnastics for Children is organized into three parts. Part I presents the theoretical background for educational gymnastics, comparing it to traditional gymnastics. This part explains how educational gymnastics meets children at their skill level and expands their skills within their level of competence. The components of balance are explored, and these chapters explain how to create a learning environment that is student centered, success oriented, and safe.Part II presents learning experiences that will help children develop a functional understanding of the components of educational gymnastics. This part explores the skills of balance, weight transfer, and travel. It offers individual and partner sequences, both with and without equipment.Part III addresses two vital questions for teachers: What is your goal for the children you teach? How do you know they have accomplished that goal? Standards and assessments are examined in this part.Lifelong SkillsEducational Gymnastics for Children provides teachers with the content and teaching strategies they need to provide students a quality program of educational gymnastics—and to acquire some lifelong skills along the way.Table of ContentsPart I. Foundation of Educational GymnasticsChapter 1. Educational GymnasticsChild-Centered GymnasticsLaban’s Movement Analysis FrameworkFoundation of Games, Sports, and DanceSummaryChapter 2. Balance as the Foundation for MovementBalance in GymnasticsBalance in Games and SportsBalance in DanceBalance as a Lifetime SkillSummaryChapter 3. Establishing the Teaching and Learning Environment for Educational GymnasticsChild-Centered ApproachSelf-Responsibility and Student SuccessInstruction Using a Child-Centered ApproachSafe Learning EnvironmentsSummaryPart II. Learning Experiences in Educational GymnasticsChapter 4. Movement Analysis FrameworkTeaching the Concepts and PrerequisitesBody AwarenessSpace AwarenessEffortRelationshipsSummaryAppendix A: ShapesAppendix B: Jumping and LandingChapter 5. The Foundational Skills of BalanceBalance ConceptsBalancing Using Body Shapes and LevelsSummaryAppendix: Counterbalance ChallengesChapter 6. Balance and Weight TransferWeight Transfer RollingInverted BalancesWeight Transference Between BalancesWeight Transference With Levels and ShapesWeight Transference Using In-Flight ActionsEducational Gymnastics SequencesSummaryAppendix: Sequence AssignmentChapter 7. Educational Gymnastics With EquipmentEstablishing a Safe Environment for Gymnastics EquipmentSafe Balances and Travel on EquipmentBalances and Weight Transfer on EquipmentGymnastics Equipment Mounts and DismountsSequences on EquipmentSummaryAppendix A: Traditional Gymnastics Balance BeamAppendix B: Final Gymnastics Sequence AssignmentPart III. Reflection and Assessment in Educational GymnasticsChapter 8. Alignment of Goals, Standards, and Assessments in Educational GymnasticsPhysical Education GoalsNational StandardsAssessmentSummaryEpilogue

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Book SynopsisCoaching Youth Gymnastics is an invaluable resource for both new coaches and also for more experienced teachers. Those who train coaches will also find much of value in the book. The various disciplines of gymnastics are explained, together with how they fit into the framework of international gymnastic competition, and the author discusses various coaching styles and how they might best be applied in different circumstances. Topics covered in this new book include the role of the coach; sports psychology; floor exercise skills; coaching use of apparatus and preparing for competition.

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Book SynopsisCrowood Sports Guides provide sound, practical advice that will make you a better sportsperson, whether you are learning the basic skills, discovering more advanced techniques or reviewing the fundamentals of your sport.

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Book SynopsisWant to be a better gymnast? Want the mental skills needed to stay focused and the physical skills to maximise your success? Then this is the guide to improving your performance potential. Co-authors Karen D Cogan, sport psychologist and Peter Vidmar, Olympic Gold Medalist -- have combined their experience and expertise to create a teaching guide for aspiring gymnasts of all ages. Many gymnasts have the physical attributes, but often lack the mental skills needed for peak performance level. In this book, Olympians Shannon Miller, Amanda Borden, Jaycie Phelps, Kerri Strug, and Tim Daggett discuss how they used mental skills to become champions.

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Book SynopsisTransform cheerleading with this powerful guide to creating a safe, empowering culture. Combining safeguarding, leadership, and culture change, it equips coaches and gym owners with practical tools to prioritise athlete welfare, foster psychological safety, and futureproof the sport. Are you ready to lead the change?

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Book SynopsisPresents the different aspects of this sport for girl. This book is suitable for girls participating in this sport. Presents the different aspects of this sport for girl. This book is suitable for girls participating in this sport.

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Book SynopsisLanguages: Danish, English and Japanese. Niels Bukh and his elite gymnasts from the Academy of Physical Education in Ollerup (Denmark) toured the world during the first half of the 20th century showing their modern gymnastics. On these travels they had an extraordinary ability to arrive right in the middle of the international community''s hot spots: in the Soviet Union during forced collectivisation; in Japan, China and Korea during the Japanese occupation of Manchuria; in Germany shortly after Hitler''s succession to power; and in South Africa amid the eruption of the Second World War and the escalating struggle between white sections of the populations. All this and much more is documented in the photographs and unique film footage contained on this DVD. Approximate running time: 122 minutes.

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