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Perfect Balance
A Young Athlete's Guide to the World of Gymnastics
This book is available to read until 4th December, 2025
- 208 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub
Available until 4 Dec |Learn more
About this book
Become a stronger, more informed gymnast with this practical guide for young athletes, filled with unique insights, advice, tips, strategies and more intended for young gymnasts who want to feel heard and understood in one of the toughest, most competitive sports.
Gymnastics is one of the fastest growing sports, particularly for young girls. Yet despite its popularity, many young athletes quit before they reach high school age due to the physical and mental demands.
In Perfect Balance, multiple award-winning former gymnast and mentor to young gymnasts Julia Konner helps young athletes navigate their relationship with gymnastics. With a mix of objective advice, personal stories from the author's years as a gymnast, anecdotes of other gymnasts, and additional insights from a coach's perspective, Perfect Balance will be an invaluable, real-life guide for these young athletes participating in one of the most intense sports out there. Inside this book, young athletes will find:
Whether you’re just starting your gymnastics journey or are a seasoned gymnast with Olympic-sized goals, Perfect Balance will guide you in becoming the best young athlete you can be.
Gymnastics is one of the fastest growing sports, particularly for young girls. Yet despite its popularity, many young athletes quit before they reach high school age due to the physical and mental demands.
In Perfect Balance, multiple award-winning former gymnast and mentor to young gymnasts Julia Konner helps young athletes navigate their relationship with gymnastics. With a mix of objective advice, personal stories from the author's years as a gymnast, anecdotes of other gymnasts, and additional insights from a coach's perspective, Perfect Balance will be an invaluable, real-life guide for these young athletes participating in one of the most intense sports out there. Inside this book, young athletes will find:
- Practical tips for strength building
- Strategies for developing mental toughness
- Advice on dealing with body dysmorphia
- Information on how to choose the best coach and gym for you
- And so much more!
Whether you’re just starting your gymnastics journey or are a seasoned gymnast with Olympic-sized goals, Perfect Balance will guide you in becoming the best young athlete you can be.
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eBook ISBN
9781646046997Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Dedication
- Introduction
- Part I: The Benefits
- Part II: Handling the Hardships of Gymnastics
- Part III: Making a Decision
- Acknowledgments
- About the Author
- Endnotes
- Copyright