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Layout to Full

Layout to Full

by | Oct 4, 2017 | Workout Wednesday

THE LAYOUT TO FULL WORKOUT

So you’ve mastered your layout – congrats! And now you’re ready to get that full..but not sure where to start or how to perfect the technique, right? Don’t sweat it ..this workout is for you! We are sharing the best exercises to help you build power, speed, and body control – all essentials to master that full! Complete each exercise for 15 reps, repeat 3 rounds and share with your teammates!  We can’t wait to see you check in on Instagram & the CHEERFIT Community! Upload your workout selfie and tag @cheerfittraining #CHEERFITSTRONG

EXERCISE 1: BURPEE TO A T

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FOCUS AREA: shoulders, core, rotation

EXERCISE 2: PLANK PUSHUP 

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FOCUS AREA: shoulders & core

EXERCISE 3: MOUNTAIN CLIMBER

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FOCUS AREA:shoulders, core, endurance

EXERCISE 4: IN & OUTS

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FOCUS AREA: core, shoulders, body control

Ambassador Feature: Mikayla Alexander

Ambassador Feature: Mikayla Alexander

by | Oct 1, 2017 | Ambassador, Blog

#BOOtOutBullying

CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR | MIKAYLA ALEXANDER

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.

***To recognize ‘Bullying Prevention Month’ this October, we will have special ambassador features every week for the rest of this month. We reached out to some of our amazing ambassadors to share with us how they #BOOtOutBullying – we are proud to have such an inspiring community of leaders and motivators!***

CAN YOU SHARE WITH US A TIME YOU FELT BULLIED AND HOW IT MADE YOU FEEL? 

I was in the first grade last year and I was bullied by classmates and my teacher and it made me sad because your teacher is supposed to help you and make you feel safe, and that wasn’t the case.

It got so bad that I got injured on the playground – a student hit me in the head with a swing and nobody did anything about it. . . not the principal, assistant principal or my teacher, and that hurt my feelings because I was a very new student and that hurt a lot.

Now I’m in the 2nd grade and I have a new and nicer teacher who doesn’t tolerate bullying.

Even though I was bullied the first day of school after my parents talked to the teacher, it doesn’t happen anymore which makes me happy!

– CHEERFIT Ambassador Mikayla Alexander
#BOOtOutBullying

 

WHAT IS THE BEST ADVICE YOU CAN GIVE TO SOMEONE WHO IS BEING BULLIED?

If you are getting bullied, tell your parents and don’t wait and be quiet because otherwise nothing will be done about it! So tell your parents and your teacher and talk about what’s going on and it will be so much better – you will feel better about it!

HOW DO YOU MOTIVATE AND SUPPORT YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS AND TEAMMATES?

l like be there for my family and teammates and if they need to talk, I’m here for them. If they have something important to them, I’m there to show my support!

WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS?

I love that I passed the 1st grade and that I made it to level 1 in gymnastics. I’m working very hard to be the best person and cheerleader I can be and I accomplished that and I’m so proud of myself!

WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO MOST ABOUT BEING A CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR?

I’m so happy CHEERFIT is letting me express myself and speak out on something that’s close to my heart and I thank them so much for this opportunity.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MOTIVATIONAL QUOTE?

“If you fall, dust yourself off and fly again.”

“I AM AMAZING AND #CHEERFITSTRONG BECAUSE . . .

 . . .I am smart and I am kind!”

Loving these fit tips and motivation? Become a CHEERFIT Ambassador and get instant access to the CHEERFIT Ambassador Club, exclusive content, CHEERFIT updates, and ambassador-only giveaways. Start your journey today!

Advanced Flexibility

Advanced Flexibility

by | Sep 27, 2017 | Workout Wednesday

THE ADVANCED FLEXIBILITY WORKOUT

When you want to advance your flexibility, and take it that one step further – you’ve got to push past the limits and break past your comfort zone to go that extra mile. Improving your flexibility takes time, dedication & determination..but with the right mindset and support, we know you’ve got this! So say it with us, “I AM #CHEERFITSTRONG” and let’s get to our best tips and advice to help you advance your flexibility! You ready? Complete each exercise for 20 reps, repeat 3 rounds with your stunt group!  We can’t wait to see you check in on Instagram & the CHEERFIT Community! Upload your workout selfie and tag @cheerfittraining #CHEERFITSTRONG

EXERCISE 1: SINGLE LEG DEADLIFT

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FOCUS AREA: lower back, hamstrings & core

EXERCISE 2: SUPERMAN V-UPS

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FOCUS AREA: core & back flexibility

EXERCISE 3: STRADDLE LEG LIFT

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FOCUS AREA: hip flexors & core

EXERCISE 4: PARTNER HAMSTRING STRETCH

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FOCUS AREA: hamstrings, lower back, core

Ambassador Feature: Camarie Johnson

Ambassador Feature: Camarie Johnson

by | Sep 24, 2017 | Ambassador, Blog

“I have goals and dreams for myself and I won’t stop until they are met.“

CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR FEATURE: CAMARIE JOHNSON

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?

My most difficult challenge in cheer has been myself – my mental blocks and self doubts.

I am the only one who stands between accomplishing a certain skill. I have had to find my center focus and believe in myself as mush as my coaches believe in me. I practice non stop there is not a moment that goes by that I am not active in some way shape or form. I have goals and dreams for myself and I won’t stop until I they are met.

Fitness is so important in my journey – it helps me stay active, strong and healthy.

It helps correct my form and posture to throw a beautiful back tuck. It helps keep myself and my flyer safe when she’s up in the air. Overall the way it makes me feel is priceless . . .

– CHEERFIT Ambassador Camarie Johnson

ARE YOU INVOLVED IN ANY VOLUNTEER OR NONPROFIT AND HOW DO YOU MOTIVATE OTHERS?

I am currently saving my change in my piggy bank so that I am able to donate it all to a children’s hospital so the children are able to have a smile on there face during their hard times. I am also a spirit box ambassador and I am promoting the Be Kind movement – I have little business cards to hand out for those that are sad, upset or need a friend to talk to. Everyone has a story to tell, so why not be kind . . . we don’t know what they may be going through!

WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS?

 I was currently selected to be a feature model with Crazy Pants. I was a straight A honor roll student all last year. I have recently learned new tumble passes and I am working on my layout!!

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART ABOUT BEING A CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR?

My favorite part about being a CHEERFIT ambassador is the getting fit part and being able to share that with others and also challenging myself to do more than I did yesterday.

HOW HAS BEING AN AMBASSADOR HELPED YOU?

Oh wow, it has helped me with so much, for starters – believing in myself! I can do anything I set my mind to and I have done just that. It has helped my tumbling, I have so much more strength to throw a tumble pass. I am stronger and am able to hold up my flyer longer. It has motivated me to keep going and never look back.

WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO TELL OTHER PEOPLE WHO WANT TO BECOME A CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR?

If you’re on the fence about it, just do it! You won’t regret it. You are automatically welcomed in like family. Everyone is so friendly and helpful with everything the energy and love is out of this world. Everyone wants what is best for not only themselves but for you also. They are my forever family.

WHAT 3 THINGS ARE ALWAYS IN YOUR CHEER BAG?

Cheer shoes, lipstick & hair spray

FAVORITE SONG TO JAM OUT TO DURING A SWEAT SESH:

Shake it Off – Taylor Swift

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE EXERCISE?

Superman/burpees

FAVORITE QUOTE:

You have brains in your head, you have feet in your shoes, you can steer yourself in any direction you choose.
Oh the place you’ll go! – Dr Seuss

FUN FACTS ABOUT ME:

I am the youngest of 2 brothers!

I have a pet hamster his name is Tiny and he is so fluffy!

I have a pet goldfish named Goldie!

I love Unicorns

Cheer & Tumble is my Passion!

I love to model and do photoshoots

I am a pageant girl ❤️

I am currently aN Official Crazy Pants Model, Spirit Box Ambassador & a Sugar Lulu Girl

Math is my FAVORITE subject

I am pretty shy, but once I get to know you I talk non stop.

My dream is to be on a Worlds Cheerleading Team and one day compete in the Olympics, I would also love to walk in New York Fashion ❤️

My parents are my biggest supporters!!! 

My coach Liz & Ashley are my biggest motivators – they never give up on me and push me to be the best I can be because they truly BELIEVE IN ME!!

ANYTHING ELSE YOU’D LIKE TO SHARE?

I am 8 yrs old entering my 4th season in All Star Prep competitive cheer. I am currently on a Level 2 cheer team and a level 3/4 Tumble class. Off the mat I am very quiet and shy, but when it’s time to perform I am a whole new person I bring it all to the mat!!

I love to cheer, tumble, model and sing!! I love playing with my friends and reading! A good book can take you to a million different places. I am so glad my mom signed me up with CHEERFIT because it has shown me so many new and fun ways to stay active.

Thank you so much for sharing your story Camarie! We are so happy to have you in the ambassador family and love how motivated you are about fitness, as well as being kind to others through special movements and causes! Keep being awesome – we look forward to your many accomplishments as we follow you on your CHEERFIT journey! 🙂

#CHEERFITSTRONG

Stay FIT <3,

your CHEERFIT team

Loving these fit tips and motivation? Become a CHEERFIT Ambassador and get instant access to the CHEERFIT Ambassador Club, exclusive content, CHEERFIT updates, and ambassador-only giveaways. Start your journey today!

Flexibility for Flyers

Flexibility for Flyers

by | Sep 20, 2017 | Blog, Workout Wednesday

FLEXIBILITY FOR FLYERS

Oh hey flyers – this one is for you! As a flyer you take a lot of heat for your stunt group – and the pressure to advance your flexibility, improve your range of motion, and technique can sometimes be stressful – until now!

This week’s #WORKOUTWEDNESDAY is designed specifically for flyers to strengthen their hamstrings and lower back to increase flexibility, while working your core to improve balance and technique! So round up the flyers on your team or at your gym and give this week’s #WorkoutWednesday your full attention. We can’t wait to see you check in on Instagram & the CHEERFIT Community! Upload your workout selfie and tag @cheerfittraining #CHEERFITSTRONG

EXERCISE 1: INCHWORM PUSH-UP

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FOCUS AREA: hamstrings, shoulders & core

EXERCISE 2: STABILITY BALL PULL INS

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FOCUS AREA: shoulders, core & back flexibility

EXERCISE 3: SCISSOR CRUNCHES

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FOCUS AREA: core & lower back

EXERCISE 4: BURPEE

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FOCUS AREA: hamstrings & Core