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Pommel horse (gymnastics)
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The pommel horse is an artistic gymnastics apparatus. It is only used by male gymnasts. Originally made of a metal frame with a wooden body and a leather cover, today the frame may contain plastic or composite materials, the body is made of plastic and may be covered with synthetic materials.
Dimensions
- Height 115 cm (including about 20 cm landing mats)
- Length 160 cm
- Width 35 cm
- Height of the pommels 12 cm
- Distance between the pommels 40 cm to 45 cm (adjustable)
Exercise
An exercise contains of pendulum swings and circular swings with legs together or apart. A large variety of support positions is necessary. This is regulated by the Code of Points,
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