Cheerleading Strength Training - Iimprove Your Jump
Cheerleading Strength Training - Iimprove Your Jump
Jumps are an integral part of cheerleading so you need to master them as best you can. Learning proper technique and practicing are what you must do to get stronger and be impressive. If you can't get much height when you first start out don't give up, it takes time to develop a good vertical jump.
To help you along, start doing stretching exercises. This will increase your range of motion, reduce the risk of injury and reduce soreness. In addition to the regular stretches that are commonly used, think outside the box and stretch in ways that simulate what is done in stunts and jumps.
Jumping in cheerleading will use a range of muscles. To help lift your legs there are the hip flexors. This muscle comes into play when doing jumps that require you to lift your legs such as toe touches.
To help launch you off the ground you need to strengthen your thigh muscles. This can be done by doing squats and lunges. You can also just practice jumping and gain some great strength. When jumping for exercise, try to follow proper jumping techniques for best results.
Don't forget your calf muscles. Although they are not a big part of jumping, you can benefit from strengthening them. Doing simple toe raises while standing is a good start. Stand on a platform of some type with your heels hanging over the edge. Lower your heels below the platform level then lift your self up till you are fully extended and repeat.