Sugar-laden snacks do nothing for athletes—whether football players or dancers. Dancers often live busy lives, and they almost always have healthy treats close at hand. Forget the drugs and supplements that are advertised for relief of pain and tiredness. Instead, focus on foods that balance the body, help keep ligaments and muscles strong, minds fresh…
There are a lot of things that most people—cheerleaders included!—simply do not know about cheerleading Because cheerleading has been practiced for more than 100 years, it goes without saying that there is a whole lot to know about cheerleading. Here are 10 interesting facts that will capture your attention about your favorite activity. In the…
A cheerleader is an important part of any sports team. Spectators may see a vibrant, enthusiastic young person, who seems naturally cheerful and agile. However, it also takes hard work and physical endurance to put on a group show. Staying physically fit and long hours of practice are just some of the demands placed on…
WOW! A world without cheerleaders, think about it. Talk about dull, depressing and colorless! Who would wear the super cute hair bows or give us sassy sayings? Who would make sports like football so much more interesting? OK, that was a little tongue in cheek, but seriously, cheerleaders work HARD at their sport. Yep, that’s…
It seems that they have thought of everything for training cheerleaders and providing a way for them to learn safely. Did you ever wonder how those girls learned how to stand in a guys’ hands and hold her other foot over her head? Well, they use something called a “stunt stand” that allows her to…
The best practice gear for any athletic event should allow for freedom of movement and protection for the athlete; this applies to cheerleaders because they need to wear gear that will help them in tumbling and working out. Shorts, a tank top or tee shirt and the right socks and shoes are important. There are…
Trying out for a cheerleading team? Usually, cheerleading captains and coaches look for a great and long-term potential in their new tryouts. These behaviors will improve you chance for success: Show That You Care Coaches want to know that they are getting new team members who truly care about being on the team. Best ways…
In the aftermath of tragedies, such as the Boston Marathon bombings, we find ourselves face to face with depressing personal stories of loss. Often, we may wonder what we would do under such circumstances. Would we have the strength, courage and resilience to move on with our lives? In the face of tragedy, we can…
A blogger named Anna Megan Raley calls herself “Claire Crawford” and is making waves on the cheer Web. Recently, Raley recently called an Oklahoma City Thunder cheerleader named Kelsey Williams fat. Specifically, the blogger said that Williams is “too chunky” to be a cheerleader. However, Claire wasn’t satisfied to stop there. She went on to…
There is a new TV soap opera on VH1 called “Hit the Floor,” and the show is about as good its title. Taking place in the world of basketball cheerleading, the show could qualify to be characterized as a drama. However, the drama aspect of it being the big question of who in your household…