Introduction Power training typically involves exercises which apply the maximum amount of force as fast as possible; on the basis that strength + speed = power. Jumping with weights or throwing weights are two examples of power training exercises. Regular weight training exercises such as the clean and jerk and power clean may also be… Read More
Introduction The roots of military training can be traced back to the start of organised physical exercise. It goes back to the days of the ancient Greeks where physical exercise was an integral part of a person’s responsibility to maintain good health. Of course, one key motivation was to produce good infantry soldiers who could… Read More
Introduction Johann Christoph Friedrich GutsMuths, also called Guts Muth or Gutsmuths (09 August 1759 to 21 May 1839), was a teacher and educator in Germany, and is especially known for his role in the development of physical education. He is thought of as the “grandfather of gymnastics” – the “father” being Friedrich Ludwig Jahn. GutsMuths… Read More
Introduction Johann Friedrich Ludwig Christoph Jahn (11 August 1778 to 15 October 1852) was a German gymnastics educator and nationalist whose writing is credited with the founding of the German gymnastics (Turner) movement as well as influencing the German Campaign of 1813, during which a coalition of German states effectively ended the occupation by Napoleon’s… Read More
Introduction Competitive gymnastics is separated into three categories: Women’s artistic gymnastics; Men’s artistic gymnastics; and Women’s rhythmic gymnastics. The events are featured at many competitive events including the Summer Olympic Games, Olympic qualifiers, the US Gymnastics Championships, and also the Gymnastics World Championships. Although artistic gymnastics tend to be far more commonly known to the… Read More
Research Paper Title Role of Gymnastics in the Army School of Physical Training. Background As a result of a single spinal injury seen at Frimley Park Hospital, the researchers reviewed the injuries recorded at the Army School of Physical Training since December 1996. Method This was a retrospective review of all acute accidents and injuries… Read More
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