Gymnastics

Gregory S. Kolt, Dennis J. Caine

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    Abstract

    ![CDATA[Gymnastics is a broad term used to describe a range of physical activities dating back to the Egyptians in 2000 B.C. Several other ancient societies have also documented various types of gymnastics in relation to conditioning and health. The more modern competitive gymnastics is based on the work of Freidrich Jahn, who developed apparatus including rings, parallel bars, pommel horse, and horizontal bar, with the primary purpose of developing and training strength.]]
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationEpidemiology of Injury in Olympic Sports
    EditorsDennis J. Caine, Peter A. Harmer, Melissa A. Schiff
    Place of PublicationU.K.
    PublisherBlackwell
    Pages144-160
    Number of pages17
    ISBN (Print)9781405173643
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2009

    Keywords

    • gymnastics
    • sports injuries

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