ADDITION TO THE CLASSIFICATION OF THE GYMNASTIC ELEMENTS

Using factor analysis in oblique projection on 38 gymnastic elements, performed on 5 different gymnastic devices, three factors were isolated. The first factor is responsible for realization of gymnastic elements in sagittal level spot from weave in hanging, support on hands and support on palms with straight arms. The second factor is responsible for performance of elements in frontal and sagittal level spot supporting on arms, while the third factor is responsible for performance of gymnastic elements in sagittal level spot supporting on arms. Common characteristic for all gymnastic elements with significant projections on isolated factors is performance of elements in sagittal and frontal level spot with weave in hanging, support on hands and support on palms with straight arms, with movements of opening and folding in pelvic and shoulder ankle.