Tuesday, October 28, 2008

More gymnastics pics

Here are a few more pictures from the cert. Big thanks to Keith for being such an awesome event photographer.

Introducing myself to the group, with Gilson


My first demo. Hanging from the bar. I can do that.


Knees to elbows, and proper spotting techniques


Skin the cat progression - toes to bar


Support position on rings


L-sit on rings. I had to hold this for like 20 seconds. Kelly Moore said there was a mile of leg just hanging out there. Talk faster, Tucker.


Hollow inversion, leading to back lever progressions


Coaching Alex on the L-sit, with Big Mike

3 people drop some props (leave a comment here):

Dad said...

I can introduce myself to the group. I hang at the bar. I'm off to a good start, eh?

As for the rest of it, all I can say is WOW!

Off topic, why did I spend so much money on toys when all she really needed was a big old tire to play with?

Melissa Byers said...

Hey Dad - Christmas is right around the corner, you know. If Santa dumped a 300# Kubota tire on my front step, I'd be a really happy girl!

PatrickH said...

Gorgeous L-sit, Melissa. Looks like you prepped hard for demogirl duties. That or having a large and distinguished audience there instantly motivated you to better form.

As for the tire, I picked up two from the local tire place. They even sent two guys with a forklift out to help me take them away, since they cost them $50 each to get rid of them. If they'll do that for me, you could probably get them to deliver your tire.

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