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You get to hear from a new featured athlete about over coming mental blocks with tumbling, how to improve your toe touch, and a few great tips on time management for student athletes.   Visit www.cheer.fm/podcast008 for the specific suggestions from Teddie for improving your toe touch (you've got to see the progress pics) plus you can connect with her on Instagram and follow along with her motivating updates and progression on new skills for competitive cheer.  PLUS - As I mentioned at the beginning and end of this episode, I am so grateful for the growing support and feedback of the podcast. To thank you, I'm offering a special discount just for the CFM podcast listeners during the month of August 2018 on Custom Mixes for Cheer and Dance. Grab the details and exclusive code at www.cheer.fm/podcast008 

Part two of a special geared toward dance teams, coaches, and athletes! We learn from experienced coach and NDA judge Carrie Smith! She shares insight from her experience as the San Diego State University dance coach, and we talk about the upcoming NDCA conference! Learn about becoming a member and connect with the National Dance Coaches Association at www.cheer.fm/podcast007  Thanks for listening! Please subscribe and leave a review! 

Part 1 of a special mini series dedicated to dance, but cheerleaders and coaches don't skip this one... It's applicable to cheerleading too!  In this episode you get helpful tips and insight from a seasoned dance coach, judge, and choreographer. Teri Rowe from the NDCA joins us in this episode with info about the NDCA Conference, and even spills a secret about one of the special guests attending! Visit www.cheer.fm/podcast006 for more info and links to learn more about the National Dance Coaches Association.   

Meet Karolyne Day - the Cheer.fm Featured Athlete of The Month!  Karolyne is a member of the Woodlands Elite Generals team, and a Varsity Fashionista! She is an incredibly talented athlete skilled in tumbling and flying. In this episode we talk about what it's like being a role model for so many, and what it takes to be a top performing athlete in the sport of competitive cheerleading.  She offers up some tips on progression of skills, time management, goal setting, and flexibility (have you seen her toe touch? PERFECT!) Karolyne has documented a great deal of her journey in competitive cheerleading and you can connect with her directly to see videos of her own progression, insane skills, and keep up with where she's headed next! Read more and grab the links to follow Karolyne HERE.  Follow Cheer.fm on Instagram @cheer.fm_jessie  I'll be giving away a new mix very soon to my IG Followers that's perfect for cheer and dance (tryouts, just for fun, pep-rally's and more)! 

All about *Goal Setting!* visit www.cheer.fm/podcast004 for links to connect with Chelsea from Passionate Coach! We talk about SMART goals, scheduling time to check in and track your goals, and riding the wave of motivation from UCA/UDA College Nationals!

TOPGUN ALLSTARS - Cheer.fm Featured Athlete!  Checkout this interview with Jack Kidney, a talented, driven, inspiring athlete and current member of the TOPGUN 005 team! Jack shares what it's like to be a part of a team this respected, some tips for tumbling progression and safety, and great advice for being a happy athlete!  Solid interview and so much fun!  Connect with Jack directly at www.cheer.fm/podcast003

This episode is all about choreography! I interview Sarah Penton Smith a super talented choreographer for cheer and dance. We talk about navigating the process of using a choreographer and the elements that make a successful routine.  Check out samples of her work and connect with Sarah HERE.  Thanks!   Jessie Spitzer  Cheer.fm 

In Episode 1 we get to know Sharita Lawson, founder of the movement Black Girls Cheer! We talk about how the BGC Movement got started and where it's headed, and some tips to ensure diversity in your own program. Connect with BGC at www.cheer.fm/podcast1