Cheer Dad
Cheer Parent
- Dec 15, 2009
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Don't be a stranger and don't let this post be your basis for how the board is as a whole.Hi all, thanks again for all the posts that shared experiences and answered my specific questions--those were particularly helpful.
As I said, the video was an old one of one of her earliest ROBHS tucks--might even have been *the* first, I really don't know--and while I can say that there is definitely significantly more height and power, I am not qualified to know if she's ready to progress--but I do think it really isn't fair to judge a gym and the quality of instruction on the basis of an old video (which I removed to protect the innocent--LOL), since it's not current information. I will rely on those with training to know, and trust their judgment. I already had a lesson scheduled with a former Div 1 college gymnastics coach, and in light of some of the issues raised, I will ask some pointed questions about what is safe and appropriate for my daughter...so there will be multiple expert opinions to weigh. As for those questioning why I would choose to consult an orthopedist--here's a case in point: when I was 13, I developed really painful tendonitis in my shoulder (a common injury in competitive swimmers)..orthopedic doc took measurements and I had very lopsided muscle development...he then advised me that in practice I needed to alternate sides for breathing...after months of that and some rehab never had the problem again...so yes, I think it is very reasonable to seek expert medical advice as a preventive measure. Now I need to spend time with baby and hubby who is upset about the amount of time I have spent looking at my phone today. So forgive me, but it's time I unfollow.