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Whats te difference between counter tension andcounter?

Whats te difference between counter tension and counter balance in gymnastics in pairs when doing the balances. thanks

Arash Amir-Soleimani, Gymnastics Teacher, England
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Counter tension is when gymnasts perform a balance which involves two or more of them pulling away from each other (or a piece of aparatus), where the weight is not even, whereas counter balance is when a move is balanced (like a sea-saw) or like when a gymnast performs an arabesque, the front and back of their body counter-balance one another.

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  • From 'Y' stand bring leg up and behind the body. Hold. (Simple Arabesque)
  • Bring leg to mats.
  • Raise leg fully extended to horizontal. Keep chest as high as possible. Arabesque.
    Coaching Points:
  • Keep head high with eyes forward.
  • Repeat with other leg.
  • Support can be given by holding shoulders at the front.
    Alex Blackman, Gymnastics Coach, England
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