The Parallel Bars
The parallel bars are an event only for men. This event is similar to the women's uneven bars, except that the bars are at the same height. The shape of the bars are also a little different. On the men's parallel bars, they have a little more of a rectangular shape, with rounded edges.
The parallel bars are made of wooden or fiberglass poles, and they are toatally parallel to each other. They are 5 feet and 9 inches off the ground, and 11 feet lengthwise. A routine on the parallel bars could consist of handstands, many swings, and flips or somersaults, as well as a mount, and a dismount. The parallel bars is one event that men can show their upper body strength.
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