Gymnastics
Gymnasts’ bodies are pushed through a lot, and they run the risk of suffering many serious injuries, even though they don’t have to worry about falling off a horse or sliding down an icy slope. Gymnastics coach Jay Ronayne of Iowa State University said, “In 40 years, I’ve seen a lot. “Everything [injuries], from catastrophic spinal injuries to reparable [injuries].”

Children’s Hospital Colorado states that gymnasts “need to develop speed, balance, and grace in addition to strength and flexibility, which can result in injury if not trained properly.” Many gymnasts, however, voluntarily face these dangers because they adore the sport so much.Keep reading below.
