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So, what is Men's Artistic Gymnastics?
Pommel Horse

...round and round
Routines
on this apparatus are characterised by circular movements of the body
with legs together (circles) and pendulous swings with the legs separated
(scissors). Gymnasts also show a spectacular combination of these skills
called flairs. Throughout the routine the gymnast performs smooth combinations
of these movements, turning and travelling along the horse. Utilising
all parts of the horse, while maintaining an extended body line and
straight legs .
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by Tony Hilton. Last Updated
15/4/2001.
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