Cheerleading/splits

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Expert: Kimmi - 8/3/2007


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i want to do chearleading but i want to learn how to do the splits wut is the best way to learn fast

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Hi Emma,

  Unfortunately there is no fast way to learn the splits. The only was is to stretch them as much as possible every day. You can stretch your legs in anyway you can bend them. You should also stretch by sitting in the splits for as long as you can. Over time, you will notice them getting lower and lower. This is the only healthy way to get those splits on the ground. So, make sure you just stretch all the time, whenever possible! Good Luck, and thanks for writing.
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.

Experience

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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