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Jensine Stackhouse

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Hello I am in 5th grade and I want to tryout for the Youth cheerleading squad and I
want to lose my muffin top (belly) and I dont know what to do. Because every girl I
know can eat as much junk food as she wants and not turn fat. I weigh about 120.5
lbs. and I'm about 5 feet tall.

Calla Yee

Hi Jensine!

I think having confidence and a great attitude is far more important than worrying about what you look like in comparison to other girls. There are a ton of different body types out there, and at 11, a ton of changes are going on anyway.

I would focus more on nailing that routine of yours and bringing a great attitude and smile to your tryouts!

Here is a guide on basic cheer fitness that may help you bring everything into perspective: http://cheerleading.isport.com/cheerleading-guides/basic-cheerleading-fitness

Also, here is a guide on cheer tumbles. I think it would be worth knowing before tryouts! http://cheerleading.isport.com/cheerleading-guides/tumbling/441/

Good luck!

Calla Yee

You may also want to take a look at this one if you haven't figured out what position you want to try out for: http://cheerleading.isport.com/cheerleading-guides/find-your-perfect-stunt-position-in-cheerleading.
Good luck!