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Poor Form: Release Move on High Bar

(Gymnastics Photos: Good vs. Poor Form)

From Amy Van Deusen, About.com

Yang Wei

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In contrast, Yang Wei of China shows poor form on his double back release (called a Kovacs when it's done without the full twist). His knees are apart and his feet are flexed. It's okay that his knees are bent, because the skill is supposed to be performed in a tucked position.
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