by admin | Dec 11, 2021 | Blog, Sports Psychology
Photo: Snapped! by Becca Clark We all get a bit nervous while waiting behind the curtains to go on stage! Your heart may beat faster, than normal, your hands might get sweaty or you may feel nauseous. This pre-competition anxiety, or competitive state anxiety, is...
by admin | Dec 9, 2021 | Blog, Cheer Training, Sports Psychology
Photo: Snapped! by Becca Clark! Mental blocks and a general fear of tumbling are quite common in cheerleading. This is partly due to how cheerleading skills are taught, as well as the nature of tumbling. Understanding Tumbling Fears In cheer, the word “mental block”...
by admin | Dec 7, 2021 | Blog, Cheer Training, Flexibility & Mobility, Strength & Conditioning
Photo: Snapped! by Becca Clark Calling all those who want to be point jumper!!! If you’re having trouble getting your toe touch higher than level, I have 2 important tips for you: 1. Stretch Your Elevated Straddle Doing a regular straddle can only get you so far. If...
by admin | Dec 4, 2021 | Blog, Cheer Training
Photo: Snapped! by Becca Clark Whether you’re starting cheerleading at 15 or 50, it’s important you understand that you may have a slightly different learning path in comparison to younger athletes. Age 15 is not exactly old, but considering many cheerleaders age out...
by admin | Dec 2, 2021 | Blog, Cheer Training
Photo: Snapped! by Becca Clark Kick fulls & doubles are some of the more advanced baskets that flyers can do. These skills may be a big step up for some athletes since they combine 2-3 movements in one (compared to a single movement in the toss in levels 2 and 3)....
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