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My older dd is one of 5 or 6 girls in her training group that are all 11 and training Level 9 together. It is fun for the most part because they are all the same age and same interests, and in the same place in their lives. Having said that, it is also a bit competitive. I think generally...

So, I was wondering if anybody could tell me about a good diet for gymnasts. I'm not saying I'm trying to lose weight- I'm comfortable with who I am. I am just trying to eat a little healthier. I know that there are certain things athletes should eat to help them perform better, and that a...

i want to know what a healthy weight is for gymnasts

does anyone have any ideas for healthy snacks?? i eat A LOT and i can't get myself to eat healthy because i always think to myself, ''wouldn't chips taste a lot better than that banana?'' and whenever i'm bored i eat.. so like all the time..lol.. but i really need some ideas for healthier...

Hello, I am looking for advice from gym owners/managers on how best to express a concern at our gym. We are fairly new there, just under a year, but now that my 6 yo daughter has made the level 4 team, I have concerns about her, as well as the other childrens, at gym snack options. The gym...

Hi everyone, I was just wondering what is a good healthy diet. Not to lose weight or anything but just to keep you energized and feeling good. Like any type of protein shakes or just daily needs like eat 2 pieces of fish a week, ect. I just think it will be alot easier to do gym and be able to...

Our old gym had a no food rule . . . new gym has a vending machine eeeek! and everyone seems to be always eating or looking to eat. Looking for some suggestions of what I can pack for her to snack on. She has a peanut allergy, so most granola bars and trail mixes are out. At home she eats...

Ever since meet season started I feel like my DD has had a cold, sniffles, sore throat, stuffy nose almost all the time. No fever or anything that required going to the doctor yet. Since our last couple meets have been on Saturday they haven't been practicing as much hours wise but still my DD...

Hi, I'm curious about the spread of illness at the gyms. Does any gym have a tradition of asking the girls to immediately wash hands and feet after training? Also, has anyone had a rule against spitting into grips before getting on bars? Could doing that create hazards for other gymnasts? It...