Cheerleading & Alternative Medicine
A number of years ago my oldest daughter was having a bit of a mental block with her tumbling. No matter what technique we tried or how long she worked…
A number of years ago my oldest daughter was having a bit of a mental block with her tumbling. No matter what technique we tried or how long she worked…
At a recent Spirit Fest competition in Providence, RI, our gym acquired what can only be described as the Mother of All Cheer Ducks as a gift for two teams…
One question every family should ask when choosing an All Star Cheer gym is simple: How clean is it? Cleanliness matters all year, but it becomes especially important during the…
At All Star Cheer competitions, you may notice something different from many other sports. Instead of handing out large trophies, event producers often award banners. To someone new to the…
When interacting with cheer athletes on a regular basis, a phrase you may hear from athletes beginning to take tumble classes at your facility for the first time is: “I…
Glitter has become almost inseparable from All Star Cheerleading. If you’ve ever watched a cheer competition, you’ve probably noticed glitter sparkling on athletes’ faces, arms, and uniforms. But how did…
Winter cheer competitions can be exciting, loud, and full of energy, but they can also be VERY cold! Long wait times, drafty arenas, and early mornings make it tough to…
Stretching is one of the most important parts of cheerleading, but there are many myths about how it should be done. Believing these myths can lead to poor performance, injuries,…
Staying focused during cheer practice can be challenging, especially when practices are long, loud, and physically demanding. Between learning new skills, waiting for your turn, and talking with teammates, it…
During comp season, the almost “too” obvious number one thing to look out for is ‘BURNOUT’. Burnout can affect athletes, parents, and coaches (…AND OWNERS!!!...), and it often shows up…