This drill helps to develop the correct arm action, as well as speed of the arm swing during sprinting. For more information and details about this exercise and its application refer to: Uzunov V. (2009). Sprint training for vault: Off-season training program for 7-12yr old gymnasts.Gym Coach, 3:8-20, Nov. Disclaimer
The gymnast/s in this video have aimed to perform the example exercise to the best of their ability at the time, however its is acknowledged that this exercises may not be technicaly flawless and thus viewers should refer to the article cited above for a correct technical description as well. The Gym Press
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I love this drill and so do my gymnasts, particularly the little ones. It makes them laugh when I demonstrate too! I'm glad this just popped up on my recommendations as I've not used it for a little while. Might be using it tomorrow!
mariec83 9 months ago