You can't beat gymnastics for building a great all-round physique along with exceptional fitness, flexibility and endurance. Start young and keep going! Make time for fun, too!  But discipline is important too:    

 Acrobatics and gymnastics require high levels of physical preparation and maintenance - which is the business of this blog, of course! Today's collection features both: a few professionals but mainly amateurs who practice the sports for fun and love to enter competitions and entertain while they can. In performance, at work, rest and play. We can all engage with that - so be inspired...  Handstands we shall cover in another post shortly.

 Gymnasts almost inevitably get themselves a great body image. They need strength with flexibility, and endurance to get through the routines. The younger they start, the better! The training is tough, and is usually augmented with lifting and bodyweight exercises. Great examples here, in all age groups. Gymnasts at work, rest and (occasionally) play! Now for some action: