Gymnastics Collection (#11)

Russian Ljudmila Savina seen here competiting in "Champions All"
Russian Ljudmila Savina seen here competiting in " Champions All" Gymnastics Competition. April 1975 75-1923-014

Competitor on the beam in the "Champions All"Gymnastics Competition
Competitor on the beam in the " Champions All" Gymnastics Competition. April 1975 75-1923-005

N. F.s girls do their agilities show for the crowd. Augurst 1943 P009986
N.F.S girls do their agilities show for the crowd. Augurst 1943 P009986

35 Fire Force Area Agility team giving a display on a bomb site in London. August 1943 P012223

N. F. S. girls perform their agility show at the Wembly Stadium. August 1943 P012240
N.F.S. girls perform their agility show at the Wembly Stadium. August 1943 P012240

Margaret Bell does a splits jump, Mary Prestidge watches. September 1968 P011462

Mrs. Bell (hand balancing) as Clarice Hanson before her marriage won this championship four times and the Northern Counties Championship six times. March 1939 P011463

Margaret Bell does the stag stand on the beam. September 1968 P011461

Competitors in the "Champions All"Gymnastics competition at Wembley
Competitors in the " Champions All" Gymnastics competition at Wembley. Seen here completing their beam exercises.. April 1977 77-02139-006

Competitors in the "Champions All"Gymnastics competition at Wembley
Competitors in the " Champions All" Gymnastics competition at Wembley. Seen here completing their beam exercises.. April 1977 77-02139-019

Mary Prestidge in training. January 1968 P009804

Keep young and beautiful. The girls of a war factory in Leigh-on-Sea have formed their own health and beauty club. The firm supplied them with a hall near the works

National Gymnastics Tournament at The Royal Albert Hall: L/R The Overall Winner Avril Lennox, Mr. Michael Christiansen, Editor of the Daily Mirror

Champions Cup at the National Gymnastics Tournament at The Royal Albert Hall on Saturday, January 18th, 1975. January 1975 75-00338-030

Man does a head stand while other man holds his feet

Children Gymnastics Swinging toddler in Lewisham gym is allowed to play freely until the age of five. The group will undergo serious training for the future olympics

Fifteen year old Ronnie Laing leaping over a dozen of his colleagues in training for next season of exhibitions with the navy training ship Arethusa gymnastic display party October 1952

Flying Man
January 1929: Acrobatic feats by Australian swimmers on Sydney Beach. (Photo by Fox Photos/Getty Images)

Members of the German gymnastics club at Chodov
circa 1910s

Slow Pull Up, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887

Parallel Bar, Walking, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887

Rope Walking, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887

Outside Hand Vault, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887

Rope Climbing, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887

Parallel Bars, Vaulting, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887

Flying Trapeze Leg Fly, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887

Parallel Bar, Handspring, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887

Roll Over, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887

Back Wheel, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887

Saddle Vaulting, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887

Slanting Ladder, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887

Leg Swing, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887

The Foot Hang, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887

Hanging by Toes, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887

250 Stereographs of US Views, 1850s-90s. Creator: Unknown
250 Stereographs of US Views, 1850s-90s. [War Views, no. 814. Gymnastic Field Sports of the Gallant 7th. A four-story pile of Men.]

Japanese Acrobats. The Gentleman in the centre has turned away in disgust at himself as he managed to lose his fan that morning.... Date: 1904

XI Deutsches Turnfest - Frankfurt, Germany
XI Deutsches Turnfest (11th German Gymnastics Festival) - Frankfurt, Germany - July 1908 - inset scenes of two brick throwers, The opera House

Silhouette of a woman
Full-length silhouette of a woman standing with her hands held behind her back, the opposite number of picture 10503926 (H. L)

EXETER HALL GYMNASTS
Male gymnasts at Exeter Hall YMCA in London do various exercises including stretching, lifting and cycling. Date: 1895

JAPANESE GYMNASTS 1860S
Japanese gymnasts performs all sorts of contortions for an audience at Kyoto. Date: 1860s

EXERCISES FOR GIRLS (2)
Exercises for girls (2 of 3). Date: 1884

EXERCISES FOR GIRLS (3)
Exercises for girls (3 of 3). Date: 1884

OXFORD GYM ACTIVITIES
Various activities in progress at the Oxford Gymnasium, including climbing, fencing, weightlifting and wrestling. Date: 1859

EXERCISES FOR GIRLS (1)
Exercises for girls (1 of 3). Date: 1884

MAN ON RINGS
A gentleman exercises on the rings, others body-build in the background Date: 1901

PERSIAN GYMNASTS
Persian athletes exercise to the accompaniment of music Date: circa 1835

GYMNASTICS, 1830S
French youths engaged in gymnastic exercises on ropes, ladders and bars Date: 1830s

GYMNASTICS / CHILDREN
French children climbing on a playground frame Date: circa 1840

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Witness the grace and strength as Nadia Comaneci competes in the prestigious "Champions All" Gymnastics Competition. Inspired by the Horse of Selene from the Parthenon, these athletes defy gravity with their awe-inspiring routines. From the early days of exercise classes like The Women's League of Health & Beauty in 1938 to backyard carnivals in the 1800s, it has captivated audiences for centuries. Even law enforcement gets involved, as Met Police cadets showcase their skills with a dazzling display. At The Gymnasium - Royal Naval College in Dartmouth, Devon, future naval officers train rigorously to master this demanding sport. In a dimly lit room, a teenage male gymnast practices on rings against a black background, his determination evident. Meanwhile, another athlete performs on a square rubber floor mat while judges attentively observe from one side. The versatility is highlighted as we see a woman sitting confidently on an exercise ball, showcasing her balance and core strength. And who can forget the exhilarating moment when a gymnast soars high between uneven bars? Prepare for an international showdown as women gymnasts from all over the world gather to compete in "Champions. " Lutz Mack proudly poses alongside Nadia Comaneci with their well-deserved trophies after emerging victorious. Gymnastics is not just about physical prowess; it embodies discipline, dedication, and artistry. These athletes push themselves beyond limits to achieve perfection while captivating our hearts and minds with every move they make.