According to JACA, however, many gymnasts place just as much pressure on themselves as the coaches do. They may be subtly picking up on what the coaches or parents want, but they love the sport. When I talk to them alone and tell them that gymnastics is really hurting them, that maybe they should consider another sport, many kids will say no, they want to stay. As awareness about the potential for lasting injuries from gymnastics has grown, schools and communities have taken steps to limit training. But again, their efforts are hampered by the participants' driving determination.
Proper nutrition helps the body respond to and recover from injury.
They need to be encouraged to help their children follow the guidelines you set forth. In order to remain competitive, the young athletes keep at their rigorous training. But reducing the number of training hours can help avoid a lot of their injuries. JACA points out that some gymnasts never get hurt, but they are certainly the minority. Inc. Other trademarks property of their respective holders.