Hyperextended Jumps

Hyperextended Jumps are a result of a combination of characteristics: First the athlete must be dynamically flexible enough. This means they must be able to lift their legs up on their own. Doing straddle lifts, pike lifts,hurdler lifts, and leg lifts will help this....

Types of Twisting

There are three specific types of twisting used. Two of which I feel are not efficient for multiple twisting. Twisting in itself is a very complicated process. The arms, especially for girls are used for setting the layout. Without sufficient lift, there may not be...

Periodization Training

There are many theories on training athletes. I have adapted what I have research to our sport which is quite unique in that we are neither aerobic or anaerobic but both so we have to train double. Let me preface anything ele with this. You should workout al least...

How Fast Should I Condition

The quality of your conditioning is really important. Make sure you are breathing deeply as you condition and completely each portion of each exercise. I would connect the exercise to my breathing and relax between each rep as you exhale your breath this way you will...

Difference Between Single and Double Fulls

The old way of thinking. Just do a full and keep spinning. This is not physiologically correct. From the time we learn a found off we are taught to get our feet together at the top of the round off. This way we can snap our body down with feet under us for a back...

Structure For Optimal Practice Results

Structure is good for coaches and athletes and for a productive workout. All good practices start with a plan for what you want to achieve. Too many times we coach by the beat of our pants just letting whatever happens happen. The first step to a good practice is to...

The Power Control System

Creating Power For Stunts, Baskets and Tumbling I. Our posture- Alignment of 4 energy centers A. GPS Center (head, neck and brain) B. Extension Center ( upper torso where you extend, twist and use arms) C. Power Center (inner core- alignment within pelvic region) D....

Ice Therapy

Ice Therapy by Laurel J. Freeman Ice, anyone? Ice isn’t just for cold drinks. In the past eight to 10 years, many studies have shown the benefits of ice as therapy. Here are the answers to some common ice-related questions. What does ice do? Ice is one of the...

Nutrition

Nutrition Article – The Athlete’s Guide to Healthy Eating Written By: Christopher D. Jensen, PhD, MPH, RD, Nutrition and Epidemiology Researcher While sports drinks, bars and gels have a proven role in improving athletic performance, their intended use...