Oleksiy Kononov
Former Cirque Du Soleil Artist
Ukrainian Gymnast
About Oleksiy
More than 25 years ago Oleksiy started his sports career. He major in gymnastics which is definitely not an easy sport to go in for!
To become an athletic champion (in Ukraine, for instance, we mean here the title of “Master of Sports”) in gymnastics, one needs to spend at least 10 years and start training no later than being six years old. As for Oleksiy, he has fulfilled all the criteria.
During this period of time, definitely not short, he managed to become:
- Master of Sports, Champion of the State and International Tournaments;
- Member of the national team of Ukraine, having a perfect opportunity to train the best team ever!
- Part of Cirque Du Soleil team (as an artist)
His profession is to do incredible things, reminding himself and others that human possibilities are endless.
He appreciates the active environment, so for more than 10 years he has been sharing his experience like a gymnastics coach, as a Fitness Academy Methodist, on Instagram and in a blog.
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Latest Posts
10 Handstand Benefits: Wonders, Woes, and Ways of Training Upside-Down
5 Tips On How To Hold A Handstand Longer
How to Do a Press Handstand? 5 Essential Points
How to Do a Wall Handstand: 6 Tips to Progress Your Performance
Handstand Drills and How to Improve Them – Guide from a Former Cirque Du Soleil Artist
Benefits Of Splits For Physical Activity And Daily Life
How To Do The Middle Splits – Unlocking Flexibility
How to Do a Handstand: A Step-by-step Guide by a Gymnast
From Zero to Front Splits: Unlocking Your Flexible Potential
How Long Does It Take To Be Able To Do the Splits?
Side Splits – Exploring the Secrets, Progression and Benefits
Stretches for Splits: All You Need to Know
Straddle Split: Tips from Cirque du Soleil Artist
How to Do the Splits in 30 Days With Minimal Effort! [Tips from Cirque du Soleil artist]
Can Anyone Do Splits? Journey From Zero to Splits [Asking Cirque du Soleil Artist]