They say anything worth having is worth the sacrifice. Do you agree?

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In this episode I share my thoughts about the pending Presidential Fitness Test and what I think would be more helpful if we actually want to have fit and healthy kids (and adults too :)

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In this episode I answered some questions that I saw on the Crazy Cheer Mom's page on Facebook.

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If you want to learn more about how to manage ankle pain check out the Ankle/Balance Masterclass HERE

Watch the webinar series HERE

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Recovery doesn't always mean stop everything. Sometimes your brain needs time away from the constant go to do something different, slow down and regroup.

In this episode, I share a bit of how my on the go, and not spending much time recovering, led to a mishap that could have cost me a fortune.

And a bit on why just cuz the doctor tells you to do something doesn't mean you should follow the instructions to the letter.

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What if you could change how you feel and move by just shifting your body and your mindset a little bit?

In this episode I share some insight from a recent course I took called The Female Athlete.

Send me a message and tag me when you try one of these tips

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In this episode Laura talks with Ashleigh Howland from Howland Muscular Therapy. She gives practical tips on how to improve core stability and reduce tightness without stretching, by learning how to have better biomechanics with breathing.

Ashleigh Howland is a Licensed Muscular Therapist, Certified Personal Trainer, owner of Howland Muscular Therapy, and founder of the EquiForm & Get Back Your Back coaching programs. She works with active women, especially horseback riders, to correct posture/performance issues in the saddle & alleviate back pain. Her unique methodology focuses on fortifying clients' Internal Pressure System, the integral foundation in our body that supports us from the inside-out, for results that last in and out of the saddle.

You can learn more about Ashleigh's programs at https://www.howlandmusculartherapy.com/

Or at Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/howlandmusculartherapy/

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You DO have an off season...and this is why you need to recognize and appreciate it.

And your off season does mean that you have to work on strength training too.

If you want to check out the 8-week Summer Cheer Program, go to LTTheCheerPT.com

Check out Laura's book Strength And Conditioning For the Cheer Athlete on Amazon

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Motivating your athlete to do their conditioning at home doesn’t have to feel like a constant battle. In this episode, I’m talking directly to coaches and parents who are tired of nagging and ready to inspire long-term consistency.

You’ll learn why true motivation has to come from within—and how to help your athlete find it. I’ll share specific, practical strategies for building discipline, creating buy-in, and shifting your role from enforcer to encourager.

🎯 Plus, I’ll share details about my 8-week summer conditioning program—the perfect tool to give athletes structure and ownership over their progress.

Learn more about all my programs at LTTheCheerPT.com

In this episode I discuss when you should stretch and give suggestions for how to making stretching work better for you.

Want to connect with Laura on social media, access the free guides, learn more about the 4 week Flexibility, Power and Confidence Program or sign up for the 8 week summer training, you can find all links at LTTheCheerPT.com

A cheer mom asked a great question in the Crazy Mom's of Cheer Facebook Group this week:
“Why do my daughter’s body positions look great on the ground but fall apart in the air?”

In this episode, Dr. Laura Turner (The Cheer PT) dives into how hip and ankle strength, foot alignment, and mobility all impact a flyer’s ability to hit clean shapes while airborne. You’ll learn how to assess whether the issue is strength, stability, or mobility—and get simple, effective exercises to improve it.

Whether you're a cheer coach, parent, or athlete, this episode will help you understand the difference between performing on the ground and in the air—and what to do about it.

🎯 Topics covered:

• What to look for in a flyer's ankle and hip mechanics

• How to test foot/ankle stability and mobility at home

• Exercises to improve balance, control, and body position

• Why split alignment matters more than you think

Check out this video on YouTube for more

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