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Bela Karolyi, legendary and controversial gymnastics coach, dies at 82

Bela Karolyi was a transformative gymnastics coach whose legacy is overshadowed by allegations of abusive training practices.

"Your Gymnastics Stay the Same:" What Simone Biles has taught me about my mountain biking.

Simone Biles' return to the Olympics highlights the significance of mental health and the pressures faced by athletes.

Everything Simone Biles did at the Paris Olympics was amplified. She thrived in the spotlight

Simone Biles' impact goes beyond sports achievements to shaping social narratives and advocating for mental health.

Simone Biles finishes off Olympic return with a silver on floor exercise, Jordan Chiles takes bronze

Simone Biles earns silver in floor exercise finals, securing her 11th Olympic medal, with Brazil's Rebeca Andrade taking gold and Jordan Chiles winning bronze.

The oldest living Olympic gold medallist has died aged 103, after surviving the Holocaust. Here are two things that may have helped her live so long.

Ágnes Keleti, the oldest living Olympic gold medallist, died at 103, celebrated for her passion for gymnastics and tenacity despite life's challenges.

Simone Biles, Jordan Chiles and Rebeca Andrade summed up the incredible spirit of the Olympics. Now, it's been tainted

Three black gymnasts made history at the Olympics by winning gold, silver, and bronze, showcasing unprecedented sportsmanship and mutual respect.

Bela Karolyi, legendary and controversial gymnastics coach, dies at 82

Bela Karolyi was a transformative gymnastics coach whose legacy is overshadowed by allegations of abusive training practices.

"Your Gymnastics Stay the Same:" What Simone Biles has taught me about my mountain biking.

Simone Biles' return to the Olympics highlights the significance of mental health and the pressures faced by athletes.

Everything Simone Biles did at the Paris Olympics was amplified. She thrived in the spotlight

Simone Biles' impact goes beyond sports achievements to shaping social narratives and advocating for mental health.

Simone Biles finishes off Olympic return with a silver on floor exercise, Jordan Chiles takes bronze

Simone Biles earns silver in floor exercise finals, securing her 11th Olympic medal, with Brazil's Rebeca Andrade taking gold and Jordan Chiles winning bronze.

The oldest living Olympic gold medallist has died aged 103, after surviving the Holocaust. Here are two things that may have helped her live so long.

Ágnes Keleti, the oldest living Olympic gold medallist, died at 103, celebrated for her passion for gymnastics and tenacity despite life's challenges.

Simone Biles, Jordan Chiles and Rebeca Andrade summed up the incredible spirit of the Olympics. Now, it's been tainted

Three black gymnasts made history at the Olympics by winning gold, silver, and bronze, showcasing unprecedented sportsmanship and mutual respect.
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#abuse

German gymnastics officials to probe Tabea Alt's abuse claim DW 12/29/2024

Tabea Alt accused the German gymnastics federation of systemic physical and mental abuse, claiming her health was at risk due to pressure to compete despite injuries.

Germany's gymnastics abuse scandal: What you need to know DW 01/03/2025

Systematic abuse and neglect in German women's gymnastics has been exposed by former athletes, indicating a need for effective reform and support.

German gymnastics officials to probe Tabea Alt's abuse claim DW 12/29/2024

Tabea Alt accused the German gymnastics federation of systemic physical and mental abuse, claiming her health was at risk due to pressure to compete despite injuries.

Germany's gymnastics abuse scandal: What you need to know DW 01/03/2025

Systematic abuse and neglect in German women's gymnastics has been exposed by former athletes, indicating a need for effective reform and support.
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#resilience

Gymnast Suni Lee Reflects on Navigating Paris Olympics With Kidney Disease and What the Future Holds

Suni Lee's journey to the 2024 Olympics highlighted resilience and determination amidst health challenges and previous Olympic redemption.

Agnes Keleti, Holocaust survivor who became Olympic gymnast, dies at 103

Agnes Keleti, a Holocaust survivor, won 10 Olympic medals, becoming the oldest living Olympic champion before her passing at age 103.

How 'Grey's Anatomy' and recipes psyched Rebeca Andrade up to best Simone Biles

Rebeca Andrade bested Simone Biles for gold in gymnastics, showcasing resilience and sportsmanship.

Gymnast Suni Lee Reflects on Navigating Paris Olympics With Kidney Disease and What the Future Holds

Suni Lee's journey to the 2024 Olympics highlighted resilience and determination amidst health challenges and previous Olympic redemption.

Agnes Keleti, Holocaust survivor who became Olympic gymnast, dies at 103

Agnes Keleti, a Holocaust survivor, won 10 Olympic medals, becoming the oldest living Olympic champion before her passing at age 103.

How 'Grey's Anatomy' and recipes psyched Rebeca Andrade up to best Simone Biles

Rebeca Andrade bested Simone Biles for gold in gymnastics, showcasing resilience and sportsmanship.
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#investigation

German gymnastics launches probe over abuse allegations DW 12/29/2024

Tabea Alt alleges systemic abuse within the German gymnastics federation regarding coercion to compete despite serious injuries.

Abuse allegations prompt Rutgers gym probe

Rutgers University is investigating allegations of bullying and mistreatment in its gymnastics program following concerns raised by athletes.

Rutgers orders investigation of gymnastics program following allegations of abuse by coach

Rutgers University is investigating serious allegations against gymnastics coach Umme Salim-Beasley, including bullying and a toxic climate within the program.

German gymnastics launches probe over abuse allegations DW 12/29/2024

Tabea Alt alleges systemic abuse within the German gymnastics federation regarding coercion to compete despite serious injuries.

Abuse allegations prompt Rutgers gym probe

Rutgers University is investigating allegations of bullying and mistreatment in its gymnastics program following concerns raised by athletes.

Rutgers orders investigation of gymnastics program following allegations of abuse by coach

Rutgers University is investigating serious allegations against gymnastics coach Umme Salim-Beasley, including bullying and a toxic climate within the program.
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#simone-biles

Bilesmania, gender row: Five viral moments that define Paris Olympics 2024

Tom Cruise's involvement marked a dramatic ending to the Paris 2024 Olympics.

In her 1st of 2 gymnastic events on her last Olympic day, Biles misses out on a medal

The balance beam final at the 2024 Olympics was challenging for even top gymnasts like Simone Biles.

Simone Biles Workout Routine: Get In Gold Medal Shape

Simone Biles is a dominant force in gymnastics, noted for her incredible achievements and rigorous training regimen.

Simone Biles to embark on the "Gold Over America Tour"

Simone Biles is headlining the 'Gold Over America' tour, showcasing top gymnasts and their performances from the 2024 Olympics.

Simone Biles leads star-studded cast of US gymnasts headlining 'victory lap' Gold Over America Tour

Olympic athletes, led by Simone Biles, are touring the U.S. to celebrate their Olympic achievements through a gymnastic-pop concert blend.

Simone Biles Will "Never" Perform 1 Of Her Signature Skills Again

Simone Biles is permanently retiring her triple-double move, prioritizing her well-being after an illustrious gymnastics career.

Bilesmania, gender row: Five viral moments that define Paris Olympics 2024

Tom Cruise's involvement marked a dramatic ending to the Paris 2024 Olympics.

In her 1st of 2 gymnastic events on her last Olympic day, Biles misses out on a medal

The balance beam final at the 2024 Olympics was challenging for even top gymnasts like Simone Biles.

Simone Biles Workout Routine: Get In Gold Medal Shape

Simone Biles is a dominant force in gymnastics, noted for her incredible achievements and rigorous training regimen.

Simone Biles to embark on the "Gold Over America Tour"

Simone Biles is headlining the 'Gold Over America' tour, showcasing top gymnasts and their performances from the 2024 Olympics.

Simone Biles leads star-studded cast of US gymnasts headlining 'victory lap' Gold Over America Tour

Olympic athletes, led by Simone Biles, are touring the U.S. to celebrate their Olympic achievements through a gymnastic-pop concert blend.

Simone Biles Will "Never" Perform 1 Of Her Signature Skills Again

Simone Biles is permanently retiring her triple-double move, prioritizing her well-being after an illustrious gymnastics career.
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#sora

Disturbing clip reveals shocking flaws in Open AI's Sora video generator: 'Looks downright horrifying'

OpenAI's Sora AI video maker struggles with simulating realistic movements, highlighting the ongoing challenges in generative AI's understanding of human mechanics.

OpenAI's Super-Hyped Sora Goes Absolutely Freakshow If You Ask It to Generate Gymnastics Videos

Sora's video generation struggles with realistic animations, especially in complex movements like gymnastics, leading to uncanny results.
Despite some successes, Sora's output often includes basic errors, such as misspellings, indicating limitations in AI-generated content.

Disturbing clip reveals shocking flaws in Open AI's Sora video generator: 'Looks downright horrifying'

OpenAI's Sora AI video maker struggles with simulating realistic movements, highlighting the ongoing challenges in generative AI's understanding of human mechanics.

OpenAI's Super-Hyped Sora Goes Absolutely Freakshow If You Ask It to Generate Gymnastics Videos

Sora's video generation struggles with realistic animations, especially in complex movements like gymnastics, leading to uncanny results.
Despite some successes, Sora's output often includes basic errors, such as misspellings, indicating limitations in AI-generated content.
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#strength-training

2-8 December, 2024 - Invictus Gymnastics Level Two - Invictus Fitness

Key exercises for strength and balance include Pistol Squats, Pull-Ups, L-Sits, and Handstand Walks, focusing on progressive training methods.

25 November-1 December, 2024 - Invictus Gymnastics Level Two - Invictus Fitness

Structured workout sessions focus on skill progression in gymnastics fundamentals.
Emphasis on technique over speed for improving advanced movement skills.

2-8 December, 2024 - Invictus Gymnastics Level Two - Invictus Fitness

Key exercises for strength and balance include Pistol Squats, Pull-Ups, L-Sits, and Handstand Walks, focusing on progressive training methods.

25 November-1 December, 2024 - Invictus Gymnastics Level Two - Invictus Fitness

Structured workout sessions focus on skill progression in gymnastics fundamentals.
Emphasis on technique over speed for improving advanced movement skills.
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9-15 December, 2024 - Invictus Gymnastics Level Three - Invictus Fitness

Focused training aids skill development in gymnastics.
Progressive intervals enhance strength and technique.
Tutorials provide essential guidance for improvement.
#bela-karolyi

Bela Karolyi, gymnastics coach of Olympic gold medalists who courted controversy, dies at 82

Bela Karolyi profoundly impacted U.S. gymnastics, training champions but facing serious accusations regarding his coaching practices and the culture within the sport.

Karolyi, famed U.S. gymnastics coach, dies at 82

Bela Karolyi, influential gymnastics coach, passed away at 82, leaving behind a legacy of both champions and controversy.

Gymnastics coach and controversial figure Bela Karolyi dies at 82

Bela Karolyi, influential gymnastics coach, passed away at 82, shaping U.S. gymnastics while also facing criticism for his controversial coaching methods.

Bela Karolyi, gymnastics coach of Olympic gold medalists who courted controversy, dies at 82

Bela Karolyi profoundly impacted U.S. gymnastics, training champions but facing serious accusations regarding his coaching practices and the culture within the sport.

Karolyi, famed U.S. gymnastics coach, dies at 82

Bela Karolyi, influential gymnastics coach, passed away at 82, leaving behind a legacy of both champions and controversy.

Gymnastics coach and controversial figure Bela Karolyi dies at 82

Bela Karolyi, influential gymnastics coach, passed away at 82, shaping U.S. gymnastics while also facing criticism for his controversial coaching methods.
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#friendship

Nastia Liukin decided to 'fix' rift with Shawn Johnson after not being invited to her wedding

Shawn Johnson's heartfelt email prompted reconciliation with Nastia Liukin after years of estrangement, reviving their long-lost friendship.

Flavia Saraiva Remains A Star | Defector

The Brazilian women's gymnastics team's charisma and friendship shine as brightly as their athletic prowess, exemplified by Barbosa and Saraiva's recent wedding celebration video.

Nastia Liukin decided to 'fix' rift with Shawn Johnson after not being invited to her wedding

Shawn Johnson's heartfelt email prompted reconciliation with Nastia Liukin after years of estrangement, reviving their long-lost friendship.

Flavia Saraiva Remains A Star | Defector

The Brazilian women's gymnastics team's charisma and friendship shine as brightly as their athletic prowess, exemplified by Barbosa and Saraiva's recent wedding celebration video.
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Petition to save elite London gym where Spider-Man's Tom Holland trained

The closure of the East London Gymnastic Centre threatens the future of elite youth training in the UK.

A film about Philly's mightiest Underdogs,' brought to you by Jason Kelce and Connor Barwin

The documentary 'Underdogs' showcases the resilience of the Vare Gymnastics Team and the importance of community support in sports.
#olympics-2024

Jordan Chiles breaks silence on being stripped of Olympic bronze medal

Jordan Chiles condemns the decision to strip her of her Olympic bronze medal, calling it unjust and expressing the hurt caused by racial attacks on social media.

A crew filmed Simone Biles at Olympics. Netflix doc may help Jordan Chiles get bronze medal back

Jordan Chiles appeals to the Swiss court to regain her Olympic floor exercise bronze medal using new video evidence.

G-STAR x Rhys McClenaghan: When Denim Meets Gymnastics - KALTBLUT Magazine

Rhys McClenaghan integrates gymnastics and fashion in a unique campaign showcasing G-STAR's Fall '24 denim collection.

Jordan Chiles breaks silence on being stripped of Olympic bronze medal

Jordan Chiles condemns the decision to strip her of her Olympic bronze medal, calling it unjust and expressing the hurt caused by racial attacks on social media.

A crew filmed Simone Biles at Olympics. Netflix doc may help Jordan Chiles get bronze medal back

Jordan Chiles appeals to the Swiss court to regain her Olympic floor exercise bronze medal using new video evidence.

G-STAR x Rhys McClenaghan: When Denim Meets Gymnastics - KALTBLUT Magazine

Rhys McClenaghan integrates gymnastics and fashion in a unique campaign showcasing G-STAR's Fall '24 denim collection.
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After gymnastics coach scandal, Key Biscayne has a new policy for coaches and volunteers

Key Biscayne implements a strict new conduct code for coaches and volunteers to protect children from abuse. No alone time with minors is allowed.
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Opinion: L.A. could train the next Simone Biles. But only if we invest in creating opportunities

Los Angeles has the opportunity to diversify gymnastics, especially for girls of color, leading up to the 2028 Olympics.
#ana-barbosu

Romanian gymnast Ana Barbosu presented Olympic bronze medal first awarded to American Jordan Chiles

Ana Barbosu officially receives her Olympic bronze medal after it was reallocated from Jordan Chiles following a ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

Gymnast receives bronze first awarded to Chiles

Ana Barbosu received her bronze Olympic medal after a ruling reversed a prior award to U.S. gymnast Jordan Chiles, ending a significant controversy.

Romanian gymnast Ana Barbosu presented Olympic bronze medal first awarded to American Jordan Chiles

Ana Barbosu officially receives her Olympic bronze medal after it was reallocated from Jordan Chiles following a ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

Gymnast receives bronze first awarded to Chiles

Ana Barbosu received her bronze Olympic medal after a ruling reversed a prior award to U.S. gymnast Jordan Chiles, ending a significant controversy.
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Chiles: Decision to strip her bronze 'feels unjust'

Jordan Chiles feels the decision to strip her of the bronze medal is unjust and is determined to fight for justice.

Column: The highlights and lowlights of watching the Olympics so far

The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris are a mix of drama and talent, captivating viewers with unique storylines and unexpected performances.

How older athletes powered up and transformed women's gymnastics

Raising the minimum age for Olympic eligibility to 16 transformed gymnastics positively.
Puberty offers physical strength gains crucial for gymnasts.
Historically, young female gymnasts faced pressures to stay small before age eligibility restrictions were imposed.

3 Black women create an Olympic first in gymnastics

Rebeca Andrade, Simone Biles, and Jordan Chiles made history by being the first three Black gymnasts to stand on the podium together at the Paris Olympics.

Suni Lee snags bronze on bars for third medal of Paris Olympics

Sunisa Lee found comfort and restoration in gymnastics, specifically on the bars, after overcoming kidney diseases.
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