Balance Beams are Popular in Gymnastics
Balance beams are pieces of equipment used in the sport of gymnastics. It is rare to see a male gymnast perform on the equipment. This part of gymnastics is normally reserved for females, especially in competitive events such as the Olympics. However, on lesser levels, such as high school, there have been male gymnasts who have competed on balance beams. What is amazing about the beams is that they are only 4 inches wide. Early beams were made out of wood. Then the material used on beams was changed to something similar to what you find on a basketball. Today, beams are made with leather or suede. They are designed to reduce slipping. For International competition, the beams must meet certain restrictions and guidelines in order to be used
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