Cheerleading/Flyer Stretches

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Expert: Kimmi - 10/21/2008


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Hi Kimmi-
So I was wondering if you had an idea of some stretches I could do to help my scale, scorpion, and bow n arrow?? I have all three but They don't look as pretty as they should. lol Thanks.

Answer
Hi Danielle Rose,

   3 words - splits, splits, splits. Splits are the keys to flexible legs and will work those tricks like no other. For scale and scorp go into a side split with the trick leg in back. Then try to arch backwards as far as you can go and hold. The other factor in scales and scorps is back flexibility so hanging out in backbends in awesome as well. For bow and arrow, go into a side split with the trick leg in front and lay down on your leg. Whenever possible, hang out in these positions, and in no time you'll see an improvement in your tricks. Good luck!

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Kimmi

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I can answer questions on coaching, planning and running practices, events, fundraisers, coordinating travel. I can answer questions on tumbling, stunting, health, nutrition, and injuries. I can not answer questions on college cheerleading.

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My Experience in the area: I cheered on my grade school team for 4 years. I danced for on pointe for 14 years. I have coached for 9 years for grade school basketball cheerleading, grade school competitive squads, and all-star. I now own my own national championship all-star team.

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I am safety certified by the AACCA. I have a BA in Elementary Education and am a certified teacher. I also have my masters in library science with an emphasis on teens.

Due to the volume of questions I get, please read my previous answers before asking your question. If you have a question about starting a cheerleading squad, or mental blocks please read my many previous answers BEFORE asking your question. Thank you!!

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