Still Rings Gymnastics

Rings, also known as still rings, are a gymnastics apparatus composed of two small circles suspended by straps from an overhead support and grasped by the gymnast while performing various exercises.

Still Rings Gymnastics

The apparatus is made up of two rings that hang freely from a rigid metal frame. Each ring is held up by a strap, which connects to a steel cable suspended from the metal frame. The gymnast, who grips one ring with each hand, must keep the rings and his or her body movements under control at all times.

They were invented in the early nineteenth century by the father of gymnastics, the German Friedrich Jahn.

Rings exercises include swing, strength, and hold components. Gymnasts must generally complete various requirements such as a swing to held handstand, a static strength hold, and an aerial dismount. More experienced gymnasts will frequently perform more than one strength element, sometimes swinging into hold positions or performing different holds in succession.

The Iron Cross is one of the most well-known skills performed on the rings, and it is performed by extending both arms straight out from the sides of the body while suspended in midair for at least two seconds. The inverted cross and the Maltese cross are two other common strength moves in which the gymnast holds his or her body parallel to the ground at ring height with arms extended laterally. Giant swings from handstand to handstand in both front and back directions, similar to giants performed on the horizontal bar, are among the swing elements. The Code of Points governs the elements on the rings.

Still Rings Gymnastics

Gymnasts will be penalized for poor form, just like on other apparatus. Gymnasts on rings will also be penalized for performing nearly all elements with bent arms or for using the straps/cables to support or balance themselves. Gymnasts who are unable to maintain a neutral head position during holds, a neutral face or grunting receive additional deductions. There are also deductions for each extraneous cable swinging during the routine. Bonus points on the still rings are earned by performing consecutive distinct static hold elements, which are based on the letter value of both moves as listed in the point code.

See also:- Aerial silk, Pommel Horse