Does Sunlight Really Give You Vitamin D???
One of the obvious concerns any parent would logically have of their athlete, regardless of age, is the amount of time spent outdoors in the sun. Whether sunbathing to intentionally…
Proper Preparation for Your First Practice at an All Star Cheer Gym
One of the more frequently asked questions that we receive when someone is coming to practice at the gym for the first time, is what they should do leading up…
Workouts for Bases & Backspots
When watching any given competitive cheer routine being performed, it is not unusual for the focus to be on the flyers in the stunts and pyramid as they are being…
What are Flexed Feet?
When working to ensure that your routine is as sharp as it possibly can be, there comes a point where the smallest of details are focused on. With the mindset…
What are Placements?
Each year, as one Full-Year All Star Cheerleading season begins to lead into the next, Placements are held to determine which team athletes will originally be assigned to for the…
How Much Sleep Do You Need Each Night?
Under the category of it all “depends on the individual”, comes the answer to the question of how much sleep do we need each night. Obviously, the answer for adults…
How Much Water Should You Drink Each Day?
Whether it is the middle of the Summer or at periods of the year where the weather is not quite as sweltering, water intake is extremely important throughout sports. Although…
The Importance of Summer Practice Attendance
There is no secret that Summer is the most treasured time of year for a good majority of people. It certainly is my favorite!! From barbequing with friends and family,…
Signs of Being a Helicopter Parent
Amongst the seemingly infinite items teachers and coaches across schools and youth sports have to work through is the challenge of navigating a helicopter parent (defined by Merriam-Webster as a…
“It is a Matter of Geography”– Why Distance “’Tis but a Flesh Wound’”
When deciding on which All Star Cheerleading gym one would like their athlete to be a part of, there are certainly many factors that are involved. As with many programs…