by admin | Dec 12, 2021 | Blog, Cheer Training
Photo: Snapped! by Becca Clark If you want to practice your skills and improve at home, you don’t necessarily need equipment, but it can be super helpful. Below are some of my recommended “essentials.” 1. Yoga Mat Obviously, you want something comfortable to do...
by admin | Dec 11, 2021 | Blog, Cheer Training, Flexibility & Mobility, Strength & Conditioning
Photo: Snapped! by Becca Clark Wobbly stunts are both scary and unsafe. Other than using this training program, here are 4 things you can do to increase your stunt group’s stability: 1. Reach With Your Shoulders In extended stunts, extend and reach your...
by admin | Dec 11, 2021 | Blog, Cheer Training, Flexibility & Mobility, Strength & Conditioning
Photo: Snapped! by Becca Clark Wobbly stunts are both scary and unsafe. Other than using this training program, here are 5 things you can do to increase your stability: 1. Improve Core Stability Core stability exercises like front supports (planks), inchworm, hollow...
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)....
by admin | Dec 2, 2021 | Blog, Cheer Training, Strength & Conditioning
Photo: Snapped! by Becca Clark Everyone wants more power in their tumbling, especially when they’re trying to add on more difficult skills at the end of the pass. Having good power makes tumbling a lot easier, less tiring and safer (if you know how to control the...
by admin | Sep 8, 2021 | Blog, Cheer Training, Strength & Conditioning
Featured Image: Jerry Hughes Photography Since cheerleaders often do only bodyweight training, coaches need to get creative with how they can challenge the athletes. Making bodyweight exercises or a strength training program more difficult over time is essential to...
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