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Author George, Gerald S.

Title Biomechanics of women's gymnastics / Gerald S. George
Published Englewood Cliffs, N.J. : Prentice-Hall, [1980]
©1980

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 MELB  796.41 Geo/Bow  DUE 04-03-24
 MELB  796.41 G347B  AVAILABLE
Description xv, 221 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
Contents 1. Introduction to gymnastic movement -- 2. Basic principles for refining gymnastic movement -- 3. The mechanics of swing -- 4. The mechanics of impact -- 5. The mechanics of rotation -- 6. The common denominator : the handstand -- 7. Analysis of core floor exercise skills: Forward moving skills -- Backward moving skills -- Sideward moving skills -- Analysis of the round-off -- Selected backward tumbling sequences -- 8. Analysis of core balance beam skills: Mounts -- Locomotor skills -- Dismounts -- 9. Analysis of core uneven parallel bar skills: Mounts -- On-bar skills -- Dismounts -- 10. Analysis of core vaulting skills: The run and hurdle phases -- 11. Spotting and safety procedures
Notes Includes index
Bibliography Bibliography: page 215
Subject Biomechanics.
Gymnastics for women -- Physiological aspects.
Human mechanics.
LC no. 79018854
ISBN 0130774618