Behind the Scenes Gymnastics

By Blythe Lawrence

Learn what it takes to become a professional gymnast

Being a gymnast is hard work. Most start training when they're young. They want to work their way up to the elite level of gymnastics. The best elite gymnasts compete at the Olympics. Even elite gymnasts are always working to stay healthy and in shape. They keep practicing their skills and create new routines. Gymnasts hope to one day win Olympic gold medals.

This book takes a look at what it's like to be a gymnast. You'll learn about:

How gymnasts work their way up to the elite level How gymnasts prepare on the day of a competition What gymnasts do to train and relax outside of competition

Go inside the sport and see what it's like to be a pro athlete

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1541574370
• ISBN13: 9781541574373
• Release Date: August 2019
• Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.5" x 8.9"
• Age Range: 7 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 6