Gymnastics: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Who Will Make the Olympics?
Predictions for the female gymnasts most likely to qualify for the 2008 Olympic gymnastics team.
Predictions for the female gymnasts most likely to qualify for the 2008 Olympic gymnastics team.
Shawn Johnson
Gymnast Shawn Johnson won the all-around and floor exercise at the 2007 World Gymnastics Championships, and is a 2-time National All-Around Champion. Johnson is one to watch in 2008 and beyond.
Gymnast Shawn Johnson won the all-around and floor exercise at the 2007 World Gymnastics Championships, and is a 2-time National All-Around Champion. Johnson is one to watch in 2008 and beyond.
Shawn Johnson Photo
Gymnast Shawn Johnson smiles to the crowd at the 2008 American Cup in New York City
Gymnast Shawn Johnson smiles to the crowd at the 2008 American Cup in New York City
How to Do a Split
Easy steps and stretches to help you learn how to do the splits
Easy steps and stretches to help you learn how to do the splits
Do a Perfect Handstand
How to do a handstand or improve your handstand.
How to do a handstand or improve your handstand.
Shawn Johnson Photo (2005)
A photograph of gymnast Shawn Johnson on floor at the 2005 US National Championships
A photograph of gymnast Shawn Johnson on floor at the 2005 US National Championships
Ivana Hong UB
A photo of American gymnast Ivana Hong on the uneven bars at the Pan American Games gymnastics competition
A photo of American gymnast Ivana Hong on the uneven bars at the Pan American Games gymnastics competition
Greatest Moments in Gymnastics
From Olga Korbut's back flip on bars to Nadia Comaneci's perfect 10 and Kerri Strug's clutch vault, find out the greatest moments in Olympic gymnastics history
From Olga Korbut's back flip on bars to Nadia Comaneci's perfect 10 and Kerri Strug's clutch vault, find out the greatest moments in Olympic gymnastics history
Update On: Nadia Comaneci
Find out what Olympic Champion gymnast Nadia Comaneci is doing now, after being the star of the 1976 and 1980 Olympics.
Find out what Olympic Champion gymnast Nadia Comaneci is doing now, after being the star of the 1976 and 1980 Olympics.
Update On: Kim Zmeskal
Find out what World Champion American gymnast Kim Zmeskal is doing now
Find out what World Champion American gymnast Kim Zmeskal is doing now
Update On: Shannon Miller
Find out what Olympic Champion gymnast Shannon Miller is doing now, after winning Olympic gold in 1996.
Find out what Olympic Champion gymnast Shannon Miller is doing now, after winning Olympic gold in 1996.
Alicia Sacramone
Find out all about Alicia Sacramone's gymnastics accomplishments, cool skills, and her life outside the gym, and get pictures of Alicia Sacramone.
Find out all about Alicia Sacramone's gymnastics accomplishments, cool skills, and her life outside the gym, and get pictures of Alicia Sacramone.
Beam Dismount Photo
A Chinese gymnast dismounts beam during the 2008 Pacific Rim Competition in San Jose, California
A Chinese gymnast dismounts beam during the 2008 Pacific Rim Competition in San Jose, California
Shawn Johnson Photo 2
Gymnast Shawn Johnson prepares to go at the 2008 American Cup in New York City
Gymnast Shawn Johnson prepares to go at the 2008 American Cup in New York City
Shawn Johnson Photo (2006)
Gymnast Shawn Johnson performs on floor at the 2006 US National Gymnastics Championships
Gymnast Shawn Johnson performs on floor at the 2006 US National Gymnastics Championships
Yang Wei Photo
Chinese gymnast Yang Wei performs a Kovacs release move on the high bar
Chinese gymnast Yang Wei performs a Kovacs release move on the high bar
Update On: Mary Lou Retton
Find out what 1984 Olympic Champion gymnast Mary Lou Retton is doing now.
Find out what 1984 Olympic Champion gymnast Mary Lou Retton is doing now.
Nastia Liukin
A current superstar in the sport, gymnast Nastia Liukin has racked up an amazing number of wins in the all-around, uneven bars and balance beam. She's a 2008 Olympic hopeful.
A current superstar in the sport, gymnast Nastia Liukin has racked up an amazing number of wins in the all-around, uneven bars and balance beam. She's a 2008 Olympic hopeful.
Shawn Johnson Photo (Floor)
Gymnast Shawn Johnson stuck her opening floor pass to win the 2007 Women's World All-Around title
Gymnast Shawn Johnson stuck her opening floor pass to win the 2007 Women's World All-Around title
Shawn Johnson Photo (Beam '06)
A photograph of gymnast Shawn Johnson on beam at the 2005 US National Championships
A photograph of gymnast Shawn Johnson on beam at the 2005 US National Championships
Shawn Johnson 2007 Nationals
Gymnast Shawn Johnson smiles at the 2007 US Gymnastics Nationals
Gymnast Shawn Johnson smiles at the 2007 US Gymnastics Nationals
Shawn Johnson Photo,'06 Awards
A photograph of gymnast Shawn Johnson on the awards podium at the 2006 US National Championships
A photograph of gymnast Shawn Johnson on the awards podium at the 2006 US National Championships
Update On: Carly Patterson
Find out what 2004 Olympic Champion gymnast Carly Patterson is doing now, and more about her singing career.
Find out what 2004 Olympic Champion gymnast Carly Patterson is doing now, and more about her singing career.
Update On: Olga Korbut
Find out what Olympic Champion gymnast Olga Korbut is doing now, after being the star of the 1972 Olympics.
Find out what Olympic Champion gymnast Olga Korbut is doing now, after being the star of the 1972 Olympics.
Shawn Johnson on Beam (2006)
Gymnast Shawn Johnson performs on beam at the 2006 US Nationals
Gymnast Shawn Johnson performs on beam at the 2006 US Nationals
Shawn Johnson on Floor (2006)
Gymnast Shawn Johnson performs on floor on the preliminary day of competition at the 2006 US Nationals
Gymnast Shawn Johnson performs on floor on the preliminary day of competition at the 2006 US Nationals
Shawn Johnson on Beam (2007)
The 2007 National All-Around Champion Shawn Johnson performs on the balance beam
The 2007 National All-Around Champion Shawn Johnson performs on the balance beam
Shawn Johnson 05 Floor Photo
Gymnast Shawn Johnson on the floor at the 2005 US Nationals
Gymnast Shawn Johnson on the floor at the 2005 US Nationals
Shawn Johnson 08 Nationals
Gymnast Shawn Johnson performs on the floor at the 2008 US Nationals (Visa Championships)
Gymnast Shawn Johnson performs on the floor at the 2008 US Nationals (Visa Championships)
Shawn Johnson Photo 08 Trials
Gymnast Shawn Johnson at the 2008 Olympic Gymnastics Trials
Gymnast Shawn Johnson at the 2008 Olympic Gymnastics Trials
2007 Pan American Games Photo
Shawn Johnson, Rebecca Bross and Ivana Hong sweep the all-around medals at the 2007 Pan American Games in gymnastics
Shawn Johnson, Rebecca Bross and Ivana Hong sweep the all-around medals at the 2007 Pan American Games in gymnastics
Shawn Johnson 08 Bars Photo
Gymnast Shawn Johnson performs on bars at the 2008 US Gymnastics Nationals (Visa Championships)
Gymnast Shawn Johnson performs on bars at the 2008 US Gymnastics Nationals (Visa Championships)
2007 Nationals Podium Photo
The top gymnasts in the country: Shayla Worley, Shawn Johnson and Nastia Liukin at the 2007 Visa Championships in gymnastics
The top gymnasts in the country: Shayla Worley, Shawn Johnson and Nastia Liukin at the 2007 Visa Championships in gymnastics
Shawn Johnson (Autographs)
Shawn Johnson signs autographs for fans at the 2008 Tyson American Cup
Shawn Johnson signs autographs for fans at the 2008 Tyson American Cup
Shawn and Nastia Photo
Gymnasts Shawn Johnson and Nastia Liukin get ready to perform at the 2008 US Nationals (Visa Championships)
Gymnasts Shawn Johnson and Nastia Liukin get ready to perform at the 2008 US Nationals (Visa Championships)
Shawn Johnson Trials Photo
Gymnast Shawn Johnson competes at the 2008 Olympic Trials in Philadelphia, PA
Gymnast Shawn Johnson competes at the 2008 Olympic Trials in Philadelphia, PA
Learn a Back Flip
A step-by-step instruction of how to do a back flip -- how to learn a tucked back salto in gymnastics.
A step-by-step instruction of how to do a back flip -- how to learn a tucked back salto in gymnastics.
Update On: Mitch Gaylord
Find out what Olympic Champion gymnast Mitch Gaylord is doing now, after winning gold in the 1984 Olympics
Find out what Olympic Champion gymnast Mitch Gaylord is doing now, after winning gold in the 1984 Olympics
Shawn Johnson Photo (Bars)
World Champion gymnast Shawn Johnson performs on uneven bars at the 2006 US Nationals
World Champion gymnast Shawn Johnson performs on uneven bars at the 2006 US Nationals
Shawn Johnson & Liang Chow
Shawn Johnson and her coach hug after a successful routine at the 2007 US National Gymnastics Championships
Shawn Johnson and her coach hug after a successful routine at the 2007 US National Gymnastics Championships
Shawn Johnson Photo (Floor) 2
Shawn Johnson performs on floor at the 2008 Tyson American Cup
Shawn Johnson performs on floor at the 2008 Tyson American Cup
Shawn Johnson 08 Beam Photo
Gymnast Shawn Johnson performs on the balance beam at the 2008 US Gymnastics Nationals
Gymnast Shawn Johnson performs on the balance beam at the 2008 US Gymnastics Nationals
2008 Nationals Podium Photo
Gymnasts Shawn Johnson, Nastia Liukin and Chellsie Memmel receive their awards at the 2008 US Gymnastics Nationals
Gymnasts Shawn Johnson, Nastia Liukin and Chellsie Memmel receive their awards at the 2008 US Gymnastics Nationals
Shawn Johnson Beam Photo 08
Gymnast Shawn Johnson competes on beam at the 2008 Olympic Gymnastics Trials in Philadelphia, PA
Gymnast Shawn Johnson competes on beam at the 2008 Olympic Gymnastics Trials in Philadelphia, PA
Shawn Johnson Flip
Gymnast Shawn Johnson performs on the beam in this gymnastics photo from the 2008 Olympic Trials
Gymnast Shawn Johnson performs on the beam in this gymnastics photo from the 2008 Olympic Trials
Nastia Liukin Photo (Beam)
Nastia Liukin on the balance beam at a gymnastics competition
Nastia Liukin on the balance beam at a gymnastics competition
Shawn Johnson Pike Jump 08
Gymnast Shawn Johnson does a pike jump on the beam in this gymnastics photo
Gymnast Shawn Johnson does a pike jump on the beam in this gymnastics photo
Shawn Johnson & Nastia Liukin
Shawn Johnson and Nastia Liukin qualify to the 2008 Olympic gymnastics team at the Olympic Trials
Shawn Johnson and Nastia Liukin qualify to the 2008 Olympic gymnastics team at the Olympic Trials
Update On: Bart Conner
Find out what 1984 Olympic Champion gymnast Bart Conner is doing now.
Find out what 1984 Olympic Champion gymnast Bart Conner is doing now.
Chellsie Memmel
Chellsie Memmel won two World gold medals in 2003, and was the 2005 World All-Around Champion. After battling through injuries she's back and hoping to win Olympic gold in the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Find out more about her gymnastics career, her life, and the cool skills she performs.
Chellsie Memmel won two World gold medals in 2003, and was the 2005 World All-Around Champion. After battling through injuries she's back and hoping to win Olympic gold in the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Find out more about her gymnastics career, her life, and the cool skills she performs.
Who's Going to Win in Beijing?
Who will make the Olympic podium in gymnastics in 2008? Find out the Olympic gymnastics medalist predictions.
Who will make the Olympic podium in gymnastics in 2008? Find out the Olympic gymnastics medalist predictions.
Sho Nakamori Photo
Gymnast Sho Nakamori performs on the high bar
Gymnast Sho Nakamori performs on the high bar
Top American Contenders
The top American contenders in gymnastics at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing.
The top American contenders in gymnastics at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing.
1992 Olympic AA Controversy
Gymnasts Shannon Miller, Tatiana Gutsu and Lavinia Milosovici prepare to receive their medals at the 1992 Olympic all-around final in gymnastics. Find out why this all-around competition caused a lot of controversy at the time.
Gymnasts Shannon Miller, Tatiana Gutsu and Lavinia Milosovici prepare to receive their medals at the 1992 Olympic all-around final in gymnastics. Find out why this all-around competition caused a lot of controversy at the time.
Nadia Comaneci
A profile of Olympic and World Champion gymnast Nadia Comaneci
A profile of Olympic and World Champion gymnast Nadia Comaneci
2000 Raducan Drug Scandal
Gymnast Andreea Raducan waves as she stands on the shoulders of her coach Octavian Belu after winning the Olympic gold in the gymnastics all-around competition in 2000. Later she was stripped of the medal, causing one of the biggest controversies in Olympic gymnastics.
Gymnast Andreea Raducan waves as she stands on the shoulders of her coach Octavian Belu after winning the Olympic gold in the gymnastics all-around competition in 2000. Later she was stripped of the medal, causing one of the biggest controversies in Olympic gymnastics.
Shayla Worley Photo (2007)
Gymnast Shayla Worley performs a dive roll at the 2007 US Nationals
Gymnast Shayla Worley performs a dive roll at the 2007 US Nationals
Where to Buy Leotards
The simplest ways to find great gymnastics leotards -- whether you're looking for convenience, a bargain, or the best selection.
The simplest ways to find great gymnastics leotards -- whether you're looking for convenience, a bargain, or the best selection.
Start Your Child in Gymnastics
How to find the right gymnastics club, what to wear, and the equipment you'll need.
How to find the right gymnastics club, what to wear, and the equipment you'll need.
How to Do a Center Split
Step by step stretching instructions for how to do a center split in gymnastics.
Step by step stretching instructions for how to do a center split in gymnastics.
All About Olympic Gymnastics
Everything you want to know about Olympic gymnastics in 2008: the history of gymnastics, the famous gymnasts of the past and present, the rules and scoring, and how to do gymnastics.
Everything you want to know about Olympic gymnastics in 2008: the history of gymnastics, the famous gymnasts of the past and present, the rules and scoring, and how to do gymnastics.
Women's Artistic Gymnastics
All about women's artistic gymnastics -- it's history, the apparatus, competition, and the gymnasts to watch.
All about women's artistic gymnastics -- it's history, the apparatus, competition, and the gymnasts to watch.
Liu Xuan Photo (Floor)
Chinese gymnast Liu Xuan performs on floor at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney
Chinese gymnast Liu Xuan performs on floor at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney
What Should the Age Limit Be?
Dominique Moceanu performs a Shaposhnikova on the uneven bars at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics in the gymnastics team finals. In 1996 she was one of the final gymnasts to compete as a 14-year-old in the Olympics. Afterwards, the age requirement was raised, which caused a lot of controversy. Find out more and vote on what you think the age limit should be.
Dominique Moceanu performs a Shaposhnikova on the uneven bars at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics in the gymnastics team finals. In 1996 she was one of the final gymnasts to compete as a 14-year-old in the Olympics. Afterwards, the age requirement was raised, which caused a lot of controversy. Find out more and vote on what you think the age limit should be.
Vanessa Atler Controversy
Vanessa Atler (USA) competes on the balance beam at the 2000 US National Championships of Gymnastics. Find out why her omission from the 2000 Olympic team was one of the greatest controversies in gymnastics and vote on what you think should have happened.
Vanessa Atler (USA) competes on the balance beam at the 2000 US National Championships of Gymnastics. Find out why her omission from the 2000 Olympic team was one of the greatest controversies in gymnastics and vote on what you think should have happened.
Carly Patterson Photo (Beam)
Carly Patterson stuck her arabian double dismount to win the 2004 Olympic All-Around title. Her stuck landing is one of the best sticks in the last 10 years.
Carly Patterson stuck her arabian double dismount to win the 2004 Olympic All-Around title. Her stuck landing is one of the best sticks in the last 10 years.
Learn Gymnastics
Master how to do gymnastics tricks and skills such as a back flip, handstand, and split.
Master how to do gymnastics tricks and skills such as a back flip, handstand, and split.
Would Khorkina Have Won?
Russian gymnast Svetlana Khorkina falls to the mat on her vault in the gymnastics all-around finals at the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney. The vaulting horse was set to the wrong height, causing many athletes to fall. Find out why Khorkina's fall was one of the biggest controversies in gymnastics.
Russian gymnast Svetlana Khorkina falls to the mat on her vault in the gymnastics all-around finals at the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney. The vaulting horse was set to the wrong height, causing many athletes to fall. Find out why Khorkina's fall was one of the biggest controversies in gymnastics.
Shantessa Pama Photo (Bars)
Shantessa Pama on the uneven bars doing a jam at a gymnastics competition
Shantessa Pama on the uneven bars doing a jam at a gymnastics competition
The Types of Gymnastics
There are seven different types of gymnastics -- do you know them all?
There are seven different types of gymnastics -- do you know them all?
Yvonne Tousek Photo
Yvonne Tousek of Canada performs on beam at the 2000 Olympics
Yvonne Tousek of Canada performs on beam at the 2000 Olympics
2000 Olympic Trampoline Photo
A gymnast performs on the trampoline at the 2000 Sydney Olympics
A gymnast performs on the trampoline at the 2000 Sydney Olympics
Should Jovtchev Have Won Gold?
Gold medal winner Dimosthenis Tampakos performs on the gymnastics rings at the 2004 Athens Olympics. Find out why his victory was one of the most controversial judging decisions in Olympic gymnastics.
Gold medal winner Dimosthenis Tampakos performs on the gymnastics rings at the 2004 Athens Olympics. Find out why his victory was one of the most controversial judging decisions in Olympic gymnastics.
Svetlana Khorkina Photo
Svetlana Khorkina on floor at the Olympic Games
Svetlana Khorkina on floor at the Olympic Games
2004 Olympic AA Controversy
Gymnasts Paul Hamm, Yang Tae Young and Dae Eun Kim receive their medals for the all-around gymnastics competition at the 2004 Athens Olympics. Yang Tae Young and the Korean federation later protested the results, causing one of the biggest controversies in Olympic gymnastics. Find out why and vote on what you think the outcome should have been.
Gymnasts Paul Hamm, Yang Tae Young and Dae Eun Kim receive their medals for the all-around gymnastics competition at the 2004 Athens Olympics. Yang Tae Young and the Korean federation later protested the results, causing one of the biggest controversies in Olympic gymnastics. Find out why and vote on what you think the outcome should have been.
Emma Jay Photo
Emma Jay performs at the 2005 US rhythmic nationals
Emma Jay performs at the 2005 US rhythmic nationals
Alexei Nemov Photo (Floor)
Russian gymnast Alexei Nemov performing on floor in a gymnastics competition
Russian gymnast Alexei Nemov performing on floor in a gymnastics competition
Heather Mann Photo
Rhythmic gymnast Heather Mann (Great Britain) performs her ball routine at the 2006 Commonwealth Games
Rhythmic gymnast Heather Mann (Great Britain) performs her ball routine at the 2006 Commonwealth Games
Xiao Yiming Photo
Xiao Yiming of China competes hoop at the 2008 Olympic Test Event
Xiao Yiming of China competes hoop at the 2008 Olympic Test Event
Spanish Rhythmic Group Photo
The rhythmic group from Spain performs at the 2004 Athens Olympics with the ball and hoop
The rhythmic group from Spain performs at the 2004 Athens Olympics with the ball and hoop
1988: USA Team Loses Medal
A photograph of the gold, silver and bronze medal winning gymnastics teams at the 1988 Olympics. The US team was deducted .5 of a point for a technical violation, causing them to miss out on a medal, and stirring up one of the biggest controversies in Olympic gymnastics.
A photograph of the gold, silver and bronze medal winning gymnastics teams at the 1988 Olympics. The US team was deducted .5 of a point for a technical violation, causing them to miss out on a medal, and stirring up one of the biggest controversies in Olympic gymnastics.
Dominique Moceanu
Gymnast Dominique Moceanu performing a leap on beam at the 1996 Olympics
Gymnast Dominique Moceanu performing a leap on beam at the 1996 Olympics
Rhythmic Gymnastics Apparatus
The equipment used in rhythmics, as well as what to watch in each routine.
The equipment used in rhythmics, as well as what to watch in each routine.
Mary Lou Retton Photo (Bars)
Gymnast Mary Lou Retton, the 1984 Olympic all-around champion competes on bars
Gymnast Mary Lou Retton, the 1984 Olympic all-around champion competes on bars
Shin Soo Ji Photo (Rope)
Shin Soo Ji performs with the rope in a rhythmic gymnastics competition
Shin Soo Ji performs with the rope in a rhythmic gymnastics competition
Alina Kabaeva Photo (Rope)
Alina Kabaeva does a split on toe during her rope routine in a rhythmic gymnastics competition
Alina Kabaeva does a split on toe during her rope routine in a rhythmic gymnastics competition
Terin Humphrey Tattoo
2004 Olympic gymnast Terin Humphrey shows her Olympic rings tattoo while on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
2004 Olympic gymnast Terin Humphrey shows her Olympic rings tattoo while on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
Sasha Artemev Photo (Pommels)
A gymnastics photo of Alexander (Sasha) Artemev on the pommel horse
A gymnastics photo of Alexander (Sasha) Artemev on the pommel horse
Jason Gatson Photo
Gymnast Jason Gatson performs on the parallel bars at the 2005 World Championships
Gymnast Jason Gatson performs on the parallel bars at the 2005 World Championships
2004 Olympic Team Premiere
Mohini Bhardwaj, Annia Hatch, Terin Humphrey, Courtney McCool and Courtney Kupets at the movie premiere of National Treasure
Mohini Bhardwaj, Annia Hatch, Terin Humphrey, Courtney McCool and Courtney Kupets at the movie premiere of National Treasure
All About Vault
The phases of a gymnastics vault, the types of vaults being performed competitively, and the gymnasts proven to be the best vaulters in the world.
The phases of a gymnastics vault, the types of vaults being performed competitively, and the gymnasts proven to be the best vaulters in the world.
Rhythmic Gymnastics
Rhythmic gymnastics is a form of gymnastics in which the gymnasts use equipment such as hoops, balls, ropes, clubs and ribbons to perform leaps, jumps and other moves.
Rhythmic gymnastics is a form of gymnastics in which the gymnasts use equipment such as hoops, balls, ropes, clubs and ribbons to perform leaps, jumps and other moves.
The Top Medal Contenders
The best 2008 Olympic gymnasts -- the top medal contenders in 2008 Olympic gymnasts.
The best 2008 Olympic gymnasts -- the top medal contenders in 2008 Olympic gymnasts.
Svetlana Boguinskaia Photo
Belarussian gymnast Svetlana Boguinskaya on the balance beam in a gymnastics competition
Belarussian gymnast Svetlana Boguinskaya on the balance beam in a gymnastics competition
Trampoline Rules & Judging
All about the complex scoring system of Olympic trampoline. Here's how to understand the rules and enjoy watching the sport.
All about the complex scoring system of Olympic trampoline. Here's how to understand the rules and enjoy watching the sport.
Yekaterina Serebrianskaya
Yekaterina Serebrianskaya performing a club routine in a rhythmic gymnastics competition
Yekaterina Serebrianskaya performing a club routine in a rhythmic gymnastics competition
Fabian Hambuechen Photo
Gymnast Fabian Hambuechen stuck his layout double double dismount to win the high bar gold at the 2007 Stuttgart World Championships. His stick was one of the best in the last 10 years.
Gymnast Fabian Hambuechen stuck his layout double double dismount to win the high bar gold at the 2007 Stuttgart World Championships. His stick was one of the best in the last 10 years.
Terin Humphrey Photo (Beam)
Gymnast Terin Humphrey of the USA competes on beam at the 2004 Athens Olympics
Gymnast Terin Humphrey of the USA competes on beam at the 2004 Athens Olympics
1896: Vaulting Without Mats
Gymnast Carl Schuhmann performs on the vault in the first Olympic games in Athens, Greece
Gymnast Carl Schuhmann performs on the vault in the first Olympic games in Athens, Greece
Cheng Fei Photo (Vault)
Cheng Fei, a Chinese gymnast, vaults in a gymnastics competition
Cheng Fei, a Chinese gymnast, vaults in a gymnastics competition
Monette Russo Photo (Beam)
Australian gymnast Monette Russo on the balance beam performing a Rulfova flip
Australian gymnast Monette Russo on the balance beam performing a Rulfova flip
Hiroyuki Tomita Photo
Gymnast Hiroyuki Tomita dismounts from the high bar in this gymnastics photograph
Gymnast Hiroyuki Tomita dismounts from the high bar in this gymnastics photograph
Picking the Best Grips for You
Find out if you need gymnastics grips, how to break them in and care for them, and the most popular grip brands.
Find out if you need gymnastics grips, how to break them in and care for them, and the most popular grip brands.
Nadia Comaneci Scores a 10.0
A photograph of 1976 Olympic all-around champion Nadia Comaneci on floor at the gymnastics competition in Montreal
A photograph of 1976 Olympic all-around champion Nadia Comaneci on floor at the gymnastics competition in Montreal
The Junior Olympic Program
The basics of the Junior Olympic gymnastics system -- the most popular competitive gymnastics program in the United States.
The basics of the Junior Olympic gymnastics system -- the most popular competitive gymnastics program in the United States.
Bulgarian Group Photo (Ball)
The Bulgarian group performs a rhythmic gymnastics routine with balls and hoops
The Bulgarian group performs a rhythmic gymnastics routine with balls and hoops
Marian Dragulescu Photo
A photograph ofMarian Dragulescu in a gymnastics competition
A photograph ofMarian Dragulescu in a gymnastics competition
Daisuke Nakano Photo (Floor)
Japanese gymnast Daisuke Nakano begins a flip on floor in a gymnastics competition
Japanese gymnast Daisuke Nakano begins a flip on floor in a gymnastics competition
Ivana Hong Photo (Bars)
A photo of American gymnast Ivana Hong on the uneven bars at the Pan American Games gymnastics competition
A photo of American gymnast Ivana Hong on the uneven bars at the Pan American Games gymnastics competition
2000 Balance Beam Medalists
Elena Produnova, Liu Xuan and Ekaterina Lobaznyuk receive their balance beam medals at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. Elena Produnova had one of the best sticks in the last 10 years on her beam routine -- watch it here.
Elena Produnova, Liu Xuan and Ekaterina Lobaznyuk receive their balance beam medals at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. Elena Produnova had one of the best sticks in the last 10 years on her beam routine -- watch it here.
Marian Dragulescu Vault Photo
Marian Dragulescu stuck one of the best vaults of all time at the 2004 Athens Olympics.
Marian Dragulescu stuck one of the best vaults of all time at the 2004 Athens Olympics.
Amanda Bailey Photo
Trampolinist Amanda Bailey doing a flip on the gymnastics trampoline
Trampolinist Amanda Bailey doing a flip on the gymnastics trampoline
David Eaton Photo (High Bar)
A photograph of British gymnast David Eaton competing on the high bar
A photograph of British gymnast David Eaton competing on the high bar
Maria Petrova
Rhythmic gymnast Maria Petrova doing a leap with the rope in rhythmic gymnastics
Rhythmic gymnast Maria Petrova doing a leap with the rope in rhythmic gymnastics
Russian Group Photo (Ribbon)
The Russian group performing their ribbon routine in a rhythmic gymnastics competition
The Russian group performing their ribbon routine in a rhythmic gymnastics competition
Beth Tweddle Photo (Bars)
British gymnast Beth Tweddle stuck her uneven bars dismount at the 2006 World Championships to become Britain's first world champion on any event.
British gymnast Beth Tweddle stuck her uneven bars dismount at the 2006 World Championships to become Britain's first world champion on any event.
Ludmilla Ezhova Photo (Bars)
Russian gymnast Ludmilla Ezhova competes on the uneven bars at the Athens Olympics in 2004
Russian gymnast Ludmilla Ezhova competes on the uneven bars at the Athens Olympics in 2004
Nastia Liukin Photo (Bars)
Nastia Liukin on the uneven bars on one arm at a gymnastics competition
Nastia Liukin on the uneven bars on one arm at a gymnastics competition
Nastia Liukin bars
American gymnast Nastia Liukin performs an Ono pirouette on the uneven bars
American gymnast Nastia Liukin performs an Ono pirouette on the uneven bars
Wang Lijia Photo (Rope)
A photograph of Wang Lijia, a Chinese rhythmic gymnast, on the rope event in a gymnastics competition
A photograph of Wang Lijia, a Chinese rhythmic gymnast, on the rope event in a gymnastics competition
Nastia Liukin Twisting Photo
American gymnast Nastia Liukin performs a twisting back flip on floor
American gymnast Nastia Liukin performs a twisting back flip on floor
Jennifer Parilla Photo
Jennifer Parilla performs on the trampoline at a gymnastics competition
Jennifer Parilla performs on the trampoline at a gymnastics competition
Men's Artistic Gymnastics
The basics of men's artistic gymnastics: the apparatus used, who to watch, and the scoring and history of the sport.
The basics of men's artistic gymnastics: the apparatus used, who to watch, and the scoring and history of the sport.
Cheng Yibing Photo (Vault)
Chinese gymnast Chen Yibing vaults high above the landing mat
Chinese gymnast Chen Yibing vaults high above the landing mat
Vera Caslavska: Wooden Beam
Czechoslovakian gymnast Vera Caslavska on the balance beam
Czechoslovakian gymnast Vera Caslavska on the balance beam
Alexei Nemov Photo
Gymnast Alexei Nemov performs on the parallel bars at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. His stuck landing on his double pike dismount gave him the all-around gold and was one of the best sticks in the last 10 years.
Gymnast Alexei Nemov performs on the parallel bars at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. His stuck landing on his double pike dismount gave him the all-around gold and was one of the best sticks in the last 10 years.
Anna Pavlova on Beam
Gymnast Anna Pavlova performing a split leap on beam
Gymnast Anna Pavlova performing a split leap on beam
Lori Fung: 1984 Rhythmic Champ
Lori Fung of Canada wins the first Olympic gold medal in rhythmic gymnastics at the 1984 Olympics
Lori Fung of Canada wins the first Olympic gold medal in rhythmic gymnastics at the 1984 Olympics
Blaine Wilson Photo (Vault)
A photograph of 3-time Olympian Blaine Wilson on the vault at the 2000 Sydney Olympics
A photograph of 3-time Olympian Blaine Wilson on the vault at the 2000 Sydney Olympics
1896: Rope-Climbing Photo
A photograph of the rope-climbing event at the 1896 Olympic Games in Athens, Greece
A photograph of the rope-climbing event at the 1896 Olympic Games in Athens, Greece
Paul Hamm
In 2003, gymnast Paul Hamm became the first US man to become World All-Around Champion. In 2004, he won the Olympic all-around title as well. Hamm has done it all in the sport of gymnastics, and is now training for more glory in 2008.
In 2003, gymnast Paul Hamm became the first US man to become World All-Around Champion. In 2004, he won the Olympic all-around title as well. Hamm has done it all in the sport of gymnastics, and is now training for more glory in 2008.
Svetlana Boguinskaia
Gymnast Svetlana Boguinskaya performs a leap on balance beam
Gymnast Svetlana Boguinskaya performs a leap on balance beam
1928: Team Event in Gymnastics
The Yugoslavian gymnastics team in the team combined event at the 1928 Olympics in Amsterdam, Netherlands
The Yugoslavian gymnastics team in the team combined event at the 1928 Olympics in Amsterdam, Netherlands
Chellsie Memmel Photo
American gymnast Chellsie Memmel in the middle of a layour step-out on balance beam.
American gymnast Chellsie Memmel in the middle of a layour step-out on balance beam.
Fan Ye Photo (Beam)
Fan Ye hit one of the best balance beam routines of all time at the 2003 World Championships. She stuck her double tuck dismount and won the event.
Fan Ye hit one of the best balance beam routines of all time at the 2003 World Championships. She stuck her double tuck dismount and won the event.
1932: Olympics High Bar Photo
A gymnast performs on the high bar at the 1932 Olympics in Los Angeles, California
A gymnast performs on the high bar at the 1932 Olympics in Los Angeles, California
ShinSooJi Roop
Shin Soo Ji performs with the rope in a rhythmic gymnastics competition
Shin Soo Ji performs with the rope in a rhythmic gymnastics competition
Women's Team Medalists
The Olympic team medalists in women's gymnastics from 1928 (Amsterdam) to 2004 (Athens).
The Olympic team medalists in women's gymnastics from 1928 (Amsterdam) to 2004 (Athens).
1912 Olympics: Parallel Bars
A Finnish Gymnast Competes on the Parallel Bars at the 1912 Olympic Games in Stockholm, Sweden
A Finnish Gymnast Competes on the Parallel Bars at the 1912 Olympic Games in Stockholm, Sweden
Lu Huang Photo (Vault)
Lu Huang of China competes on the vault at the American Cup gymnastics meet in 2005
Lu Huang of China competes on the vault at the American Cup gymnastics meet in 2005
Cheng Fei
Cheng Fei is a Chinese superstar in the sport of gymnastics. Find out all about her gymnastics career, her accomplishments, and her personal life.
Cheng Fei is a Chinese superstar in the sport of gymnastics. Find out all about her gymnastics career, her accomplishments, and her personal life.
Elise Ray Photo (Vault)
American gymnast Elise Ray on the Vault at the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney
American gymnast Elise Ray on the Vault at the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney
Igors Vihrovs Photo
Igors Vihrovs stuck his double-double dismount on floor to win the floor exercise gold at the Sydney Olympics. His stuck landing was one of the best in the last 10 years.
Igors Vihrovs stuck his double-double dismount on floor to win the floor exercise gold at the Sydney Olympics. His stuck landing was one of the best in the last 10 years.
1912 Olympics: Pommel Horse
British gymnasts compete on the pommel horse in the Team event at the 1912 Olympic Games in Stockholm
British gymnasts compete on the pommel horse in the Team event at the 1912 Olympic Games in Stockholm
Tessa Pama Photo 2006, Beam 2
Tessa Pama performs her balance beam routine at the 2006 U.S. Gymnastics Nationals
Tessa Pama performs her balance beam routine at the 2006 U.S. Gymnastics Nationals
The New Scoring System
The scores under the new gymnastics scoring system, at About.com Gymnastics
The scores under the new gymnastics scoring system, at About.com Gymnastics
Xiao Yiming
Xiao Yiming of China competes hoop at the 2008 Olympic Test Event
Xiao Yiming of China competes hoop at the 2008 Olympic Test Event
Should You Buy Beam Shoes?
Find out if gymnastics beam shoes are for you, as well as which brands are best.
Find out if gymnastics beam shoes are for you, as well as which brands are best.
Hollie Dykes beam
Gymnast Hollie Dykes performs a leap on the balance beam
Gymnast Hollie Dykes performs a leap on the balance beam