It is possible to go to college gymnastics with xcel. They would have to transfer to DP but they could probably get into decently high level. I've heard of people who go from Platinum to Level 7. If you are Diamond/Sapphire you could probably go to Level 9 or 10.
I am unfortunately not likely to get very far in artistic gymnastics, would it be better to switch? I did a practice class and I did okay, but it was entirely stretching, we did not practice any of the apparatuses. My biggest issue is flexibility. I'm considered flexible for artistic gymnastics...
I was just at practice yesterday and one of the biggest things I noticed was my hesitation. I would always stop a little which would kill any momentum I had built. Even for skills without momentum I would do this. What should I do to be more confident in my skills? I think my biggest fear is...
I struggle a lot with not falling forwards in a handstand. I'm just afraid of handstands in general unfortunately. I need a vault front handspring by next week ideally. Problem is I go forward and put my feet on the table instead of going up and over. What can I practice to fix this?
I am a 13, almost 14 year old gymnast with a decade of experience but is still about level 2.
I am looking to progress though all levels of the DP/JO program before fall of 2028 so I could go to college. I know my battle will be impossible, but I am going to do my absolute best to make my...
I have been struggling a lot with what bra I should wear underneath my leotard. I am 34DD so finding bras is difficult enough anyway, but finding one that doesn't fall off my shoulders, compresses my breasts and doesn't show too much (like a zipper, crossed straps or dark color do) feels like...
Hi I have a question. I am 13, 4' 10" and 140 lbs. I have been having a lot of body image problems lately. I feel like if I weigh 140 lbs, I'm never going to be able to do any skills (I can't do a pullover) and people are going to look at me and think I'm way too fat. I also am worried about my...