It’s shaping up to be a scorching Summer: we are currently experiencing a major heatwave, with wildfires raging across western Europe and record-breaking temperatures expected in Britain. Fortunately, we’ve got some tips to help you beat the heat.

Preparation is key.

Be proactive when aiming to exercise in hot weather. Avoid

STOP RIPPING YOUR BLISTERS WHEN YOU ARE GRIPPING WITH WOD & DONE

It wasn’t long after Eva began the sport of gymnastics that we were told to expect blisters. It’s just supposed to come with the territory. But why? Do blisters somehow prove your level of grit? Are they to be shown off on the gym floor like a badge of honour? If my gymnast blisters more than your gymnast

HOW TO CHOOSE CORRECT SIZE METAL BAR LOOPS

We are often asked questions about the sizing of our metal bar loops. Unfortunately, there is no straight forward answer to these questions, as the correct sizing of metal bar loops depends on numerous factors:

• Circumference of the athlete’s wrist
• The amount of padding used under the loops (gloves, wrist bands or perhaps both)
• If using at home – diameter of bar (as home bars are often produced in various diameters by different manufacturers)

It is crucial to choose the correct size of metal bar loops. Too big or too small loops can lead to serious injury, including broken bones.

We are often asked questions about the sizing of our metal bar loops. Unfortunately, there is no straight forward answer to these questions, as the correct sizing of metal bar loops depends on numerous factors:

• Circumference of the athlete’s wrist
• The amount of padding

GYMNASTIC PLANET HANDGUARD SIZING

Many of our customers often request a help choosing correct size of handguards. Sizing charts of handguards are published on our web site. Please note: each style of handguards has their own sizing chart so please only follow sizing chart of the product you are planning to purchase.

These measurements have been provided as an approximate guide. They in no way guarantee a safe or perfect fit. Only the gymnast and his/her coach can decide on the appropriate size by evaluating the actual handguard once it is on the gymnast's hand. There are dimensions to the hand that cannot be taken into account with a flat measurement and there are several positions on the wrist where the gymnast might decide to settle the wristband and handguard. Therefore, only the gymnast and his/her coach can make the proper judgment as to the correct size for any gymnast.

Women’s

GEORGIA MAE FENTON

This Team GB gymnast doesnt need any introductions. She is famous for her amazing bar work,  artistry and elegance. A value F bar skill, which she performed for the first time was named after her - its one of the most difficult skills on bars! 

Competition Level:

International Team GB gymnast

Competiiton acheivements:

2019 British Bar and Beam Champion

2018 Commonwealth Games Bar Champion, Team England silver

2018 European Floor finalist

2018 English Beam champion

2015 British champion Bars

OAKLEY BANKS

Oakley is a Junior Team GB gymnast. He trains at Pegasus gymnastics club (Maidstone, Kent). Oakley is a very promising Junior gymnast who will no doubt become a future star of British Gymnastics.

Competiiton level:

International Junior Team GB gymnast

Competiiton acheivements:

4 international competitions,

All winning medals,

1st all around at his first international

Favourite apparatus - why do you love it?

My favourite apparatus varies with the new skills I learn, but I really like floor, simply because