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Arabian Definition

Posted on January 19, 2011 by American Gymnast
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This entry is part 1 of 4 in the series: Arabian

An arabian can be defined as a somersault that begins backwards completes a half twist before the gymnast feet reach the vertical and then continues rotating forward. /On a layout half the 180 degree twist can still be incomplete through the vertical. The main difference then between a true arabian and a back somersault with a half twist is determined by the moment the half twist is accomplished.

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Arabian Tuck

Posted on January 19, 2011 by American Gymnast
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This entry is part 2 of 4 in the series: Arabian

This is a very good example of a well executed arabian tuck showing full body extension before the tuck. Rushing early to tuck is a common mistake that detracts from the skill beauty and presentation.

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Arabian Drills

Posted on January 19, 2011 by American Gymnast
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This entry is part 3 of 4 in the series: Arabian

Before the gymnasts attempt arabian sommersaults they should learn to perform round off half turns to a handstand onto stacked mats. It is an excellent drill to master how to show a full body extension before rushing into the tuck position. After the drill to a handstand is understood fairly well the gymnasts can begin to add a roll to mimic the tuck position.

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Arabian Layouts

Posted on January 19, 2011 by American Gymnast
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This entry is part 4 of 4 in the series: Arabian

This is a nice arabian layout example. Notice how the twist is completed early. A twist after the vertical is a back lay out with a half. It belongs with the acrobatic element backwards and will not be considered part of the arabian element group IV like this example does.

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