Growth and development in gymnastics

(Wachstum und Entwicklung im Turnen)

In order to fully grasp the differences of growth and development in a gymnast, it is crucial to first review normal adolescent growth and development. Puberty is the time in an adolescent`s development marked by rapid skeletal and muscular growth along with the development of secondary sex characteristics and reproductive organs. Rapid brain changes occur, along with psychosocial adjustments. Adolescents also develop increased strength and endurance, a key component for success as a gymnast.
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Notationen:Biowissenschaften und Sportmedizin technische Sportarten
Veröffentlicht in:Gymnastics medicine - evaluation, management and rehabilitation
Sprache:Englisch
Veröffentlicht: Cham Springer 2020
Online-Zugang:https://www.springer.com/gp/book/9783030262877
Seiten:55-73
Dokumentenarten:Artikel
Level:hoch