# The Top 3 Physical Therapy Exercises for Gymnasts By Dr. Alyssa Herrera-Set

> Every gymnast is unique. The most important exercises that every gymnast should do are the exercises that address that specific gymnast’s weaknesses. If I had…

By gymnasticsmed · April 22nd, 2021 · Physical Therapy

# The Top 3 Physical Therapy Exercises for Gymnasts By Dr. Alyssa Herrera-Set

## Every gymnast is unique. The most important exercises that every gymnast should do are the exercises that address that specific gymnast’s weaknesses.
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### If I had to narrow it down, every gymnast should ask a physical therapist for these 3 things:

1. A **core exercise** that asks the gymnast to maintain spine stability while moving shoulders and hips through their full range of motion.

2. An exercise that improves a gymnast’s **ability to absorb forces** when they land. It should include specific instructions on foot strength, leg alignment, and control.

3. A head-to-toe **strength and flexibility** examination to help establish where the gymnast’s weaknesses are.

**Click below for my favorite exercise that works on core stability, shoulder mobility, and hip mobility.**

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