147K views · 422 reactions | Wayback Wednesday... I like using these drills to get gymnasts to think of a backhandspring as a stretched/tight arch position and not an archy/bridgy lower back affair. Good for also focusing on controlling the head. It also gets beginners comfortable and relaxed with not rushing the back handspring but feeling the hips and shoulders fully stretch open- not worry about going over. -Michael | Gymnastics World | Facebook

✨ MONDAY BASICS ✨ This back handspring drill is focusing on: 1. The hips back, flat back start position 2. Falling off balance before the jump 3. Jumping THEN following the hands back 4. Shape change from closed hip to a tight open 5. Seeing the hands and being ready to hit the upcoming surface Spotting Tip: place one hand between the shoulders/neck. This helps prevent the head throw and always allows the coach to feel if the athlete is fully extending through the shoulders (which also helps the

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