“A strong woman looks a challenge dead in the eye and gives a wink.”
CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR FEATURE: KATHERINE MCALLISTER
The CHEERFIT ambassador community is filled with leaders and motivators who all share a passion for fitness, love for cheering and drive to help inspire others.
Our ambassadors share with us their personal stories and obstacles they overcome along the way. We have an amazing community of athletes who fuel their passion and determination with the CHEERFIT lifestyle.
CAN YOU SHARE WITH US A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOUR JOURNEY AND HOW YOU GOT TO WHERE YOU ARE TODAY?
I started All-Star Cheer 4 yrs ago. I broke both bones in my left arm, which resulted in them both sticking out of my arm. I had to have multiple surgeries – 2 plates and 16 screws, just for my arm to heal. I wore a cast that went from the knuckles on my left hand, all the way to my arm pit for almost 9 months. I then had 4 months of physical therapy to strengthen my arm and get my range of motion back.
I now have two 6 inch scars and a 1 inch circular scar to my left forearm. It has been difficult relearning my tumbling skills because I still have numbness and tingling to my arm. My elbow also becomes stiff and will lock up at times . . .
. . .but I’m more determined than ever to succeed.
I also lost my dad to adult respiratory distress in 2011, and my mom is currently battling stage 3 breast cancer. I’ve learned that you keep fighting no matter what.
– CHEERFIT Ambassador Katherine McAllister
ARE YOU INVOLVED IN ANY VOLUNTEER OR NONPROFIT?
I help at our local humane society – I absolutely love animals! I want to be a Vet or a Police Officer when I’m older.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
I am consistently on the honor role or principal’s honor roll at school.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART ABOUT BEING A CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR?
I love the variety of exercises and what they focus on. I love the community we have – it allows us to cheer each other on and reach our personal goals.
HOW HAS BEING AN AMBASSADOR HELPED YOU?
It has helped with my flexibility and strength. My jumps are so much better ❤️
WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO TELL OTHER PEOPLE WHO WANT TO BECOME A CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR?
Do it, you will not regret it!!!!!
WHAT 3 THINGS ARE ALWAYS IN YOUR CHEER BAG?
Deodorant
Phone
Water/sports drink
FAVORITE SONG TO JAM OUT TO DURING A SWEAT SESH:
Love Arctic Monkeys!
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE EXERCISE?
Pull-ups – I can do more then most boys at my school😁
FUN FACTS ABOUT ME:
I love to read, write, and skateboard.
I hate chocolate 😂
Thank you so much for sharing your amazing story Katherine! We are inspired by your recovery and we hope you continue to heal and remain determined to reach your goals. We love your passion to keep going after every challenge – we are lucky to have you in the CHEERFIT ambassador fam’!
#CHEERFITSTRONG
Stay FIT <3,
your CHEERFIT team
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