The Hit Zero Show
By Dr. Travis OwensDC/Cheer Coach
The Hit Zero ShowApr 28, 2019
REVOLUTIONIZING Cheer Music
Cheer music is the heartbeat of the routine. Beautiful choreography, INSANE skills, perfectly in sync jumps and dance, high flying baskets, and creative pyramids all seamed together with a personalized song...a song that we often revisit year down the road; our memories of that routine flooding back like we just learned it yesterday.
Carmine Silano of CHEER SOUNDS joins us today to talk about how his company is changing CHEER MUSIC FOREVER. You may have seen a recent video they created that perfectly captured our feelings during this crazy time away from our cheer communities: https://www.facebook.com/CheerSounds/...
Be sure to visit www.cheersounds.com or on facebook https://www.facebook.com/CheerSounds/
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Music in the intro: Purity by Mesqo https://soundcloud.com/mesqo
Music provided by Free Music for Vlogs https://youtu.be/CPSQnhKyPMk
Hollywood Actor and Acro Expert!
Meet Victor, a Hollywood based acro expert and actor. If you haven't seen him on the beach doing some SICK acro skills, you may recognize him from the 90s HIT MOVIE "Can't Hardly Wait" or shows like "Sister Sister" and "Smart Guy"! Victor and I met at Winterfest this past year and this guy has an infectious personality and huge heart. Learn about his life in the Cheer and Acro World and hear about his life in Hollywood!
IG: @theacromachine
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What cheer athletes can learn from KOBE BRYANT
We recently lost a an icon in sports. He was a game changer in basketball, but he also taught us all about ways to be better champions in life. In this episode we talk about the things that Kobe taught and how we can apply them to our own sport. RIP KOBE.
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CHEER on Netflix
CHEER has taken Netflix, the internet, the cheer world, THE ACTUAL WORLD...by storm. Although there are so many amazing things about this show, there is one TERRIBLE THING that we can't overlook.
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DOUBLE One Arm Rewind Cupie! Interview with Chris Ethridge
Chris Ethridge is a brand ambassador for Hit Zero Nutrition, a member of Team USA Cheer, and is a coach for New Mexico State. He is also the latest member of the DOUBLE ONE HAND REWIND club. You get to meet Chris and learn about his passion and success in cheer in this interview.
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What is cupping and does it help with pain?
You may have seen athletes with dark circles on their skin that looks like they were attacked by an octopus. This is the side effect of a therapy called cupping. In this episode we discuss the different types of cupping and help you determine if it's something that can help your pain. www.thecheerdoc.com www.hitzeronutrition.com
What is KT tape?
Have you ever seen the colorful tape that athletes wear? What is that stuff? In this episode we discuss kinesiotape and if it TRULY lives up to the hype.
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14 ways to get MORE GUYS into your program
Do you need MORE MALE ATHLETES? I know you do...
In this episode we go over 14 ways that you can get more guys to want to join your program. Get your pencils out, this one is full of great info!
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All you should know about CBD!
CBD is a very popular product and there are many questions that arise when discussing it.
Is it legal?
Can it help?
Where should I get it?
Who can use it?
We discuss these questions and more in this episode!
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Stop asking how to get more flexible.
It's been asked a million times and it should end now. "How do I get more flexible?" If you consistently work on your flexibility, there is a high likelihood that you DO NOT need to work on it more. Instead, you should be focusing on 5 different things. In this episode, I share what those five things are...
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Conditioning as a punishment.
You'd be surprised at how EFFECTIVE this can be....
The secret is out...it's absolutely ineffective and if you're still conditioning as a punishment, this episode will give you some new things to think about and some more effective ways to improve your athletes.
"Look how injured I got...cheerleading DEFINITELY is a sport"
There is a trend floating around social media where athletes are bragging about injuries to showcase the "sportiness" of cheer. Do you think cheer is a sport? No matter what your opinion is...in this episode we answer that exact question!
"Too fat to tumble, too weak to stunt"...a parents' words that CHANGED my life.
It was difficult to get this episode down in just a few takes. Sentences started, broken, deleted, redone. Blood pressure and frustration rising as I thought about the words that this cheer dad wrote to me. There are so many reasons our athletes deal with body image issues, mental blocks, and burnout...and this parent shows that once reason may be right under our nose.
Highlights from the 2019 USASF National Meeting
It would be impossible to talk about EVERYTHING that was included in this content filled weekend, BUT, here are some of the things that were covered at the meeting and some of the HUGE changes in store for All Star...don't miss it!
Top five exercises you should be doing
Emma Headley and Matt Stephenson interview!
Top 7 tips for partner stunting
This past week, our athletes worked with Kollin Cockrell at a partnet stunt clinic. For those that are unfamiliar with Kollin, he is a 2x Team USA World Champion, 2x NCA Collegiate National Champion, UCA and NCA Collegiate Partner Stunt Champion, Utah Jazz Stunt Team member, and a former Team USA Weightlifting champion. Kollin imparted a TON of information on the athletes and in this episode, you get to hear some of the things he feels are the most important to success with stunting. Make sure to share this with any athlete looking to improve their partner stunting!
Building trust in a stunt group and improving partner stunts without your partner
Back tuck trouble? ...and how to progress to higher skills?
Coach Chris Hendon and Dr. Travis Owens discuss ways to improve your back tuck and some important factors to consider when trying to progress to higher skills!
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Top 5 tips for back spots, bases, and flyers
Better Coaches and How to Fix Little Girl Syndrome
In this episode, we answer a great question from a coach and we also tackle a difficult thing to fix...LITTLE GIRL SYNDROME. Additionally, if you haven't already, please check out patreon.com/thecheerdoc for our exclusive members only site.
Controversy at WORLDS 2019
Did you know that there were some errors with scoring as well as some athletes that could potentially have caused their program to be stripped of medals? A lot happened behind the scenes and today we discuss it all!
Special worlds week interview with USA world champion,Coach Chris Hendon
WORLDS and SUMMIT and standing fulls and flexibility!
In this episode we discuss how things to focus on when starting standing fulls and ways to continue improving flexibility when we feel we've maxed out.
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Toxic people in cheerleading
A touchy subject, but one that is important to discuss. At times during this podcast, I find myself at a loss for words because it's a subject that isn't always easy to be politically correct about. Toxic people can completely ruin the experience for athletes, coaches, and parents.
The most overlooked part of standing tumbling and what to do after an injury
My favorite exercises and how body fat affects athletic performance!
How to help a ligament injury heal faster and why the way you warm up may be causing injuries
Confidence after an ankle sprain and how to fix a common issues with backhand springs
Winners' steps leading up to Summit and Worlds
In this episode, we share the most important things athletes, coaches, and parents can be focusing on as we head into the final weeks of our season. With the biggest competitions of the year fast approaching in a sport where fractions are HUGE, you must take every advantage you can.
Scholarships to cheer in COLLEGE!
We introduce you to two visionaries with a goal of connecting cheer athletes with colleges that are ready to give scholarships! Do not miss this episode if you have dreams of being a collegiate cheerleader!
For more information and to become a beta tester check out https://www.nhrcheer.com or IG @nhrcheer
OR contact them directly at jose@nhrcheer.com, brandon@nhrcheer.com
An Interview with the PRETTIEST MONSTER.
This is a bit of a different interview than we typically have. Coach LS McClain has arguably one of the coolest histories in our sport. He is currently a cheer coach at TX State and is also a competitive powerlifter. We pick his brain on strength and conditioning and as our convo evolves, we end up discussing some of the greatest talent to ever walk on a cheer mat. This is not an episode you want to miss...I give you, Coach LS McClain!
Standing out to a new coach and how to improve tumbling without classes
In this episode answer two amazing questions submitted by you guys!
1. How can I stand out to a new coach at a tryout
2. What can I work on to improve my tumbling if I cannot afford tumbling classes?
LOWERING deductions for stunts, better back tucks, and CONGRATS!
In this episode we teach about how to lower your deductions for stunts as well as quick ways to improve standing tucks!
Also, we congratulate some big victories...don't miss it!
Collegiate National Champ, Coach at multiple Universities, Varsity State Director- Keegan Hubbard
In this episode, we interview the Cheer Coach from Grand Canyon University and current Varsity State Director from Arizona, Coach Keegan Hubbard.
GCU-Instagram: @gcucheerleaders
UCA & NCA
Signing up for Summer camps in Arizona 2019
Email: Keeganhubbard@varsity.com
If you could achieve anything, what would it be?
A failure to plan is a plan to fail...in this episode we discuss how to ensure that you reach your goals for this year!
Homework for flyers and...do your knees cave in stunts?
In this episode we discuss ways for flyers to improve their skills at home as well as teach why knees can cave when stunting...check it out!
Tumbling after a growth spurt & neck and upper back pain
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Higher vertical jumps, homemade tool for stunt, cheer after college
Working through MENTAL BLOCKS
The most requested topic on all of our platforms...we dive into MENTAL BLOCKS. To become a contributor to the podcast and help generate scholarships for cheer athletes, check out anchor.fm/cheerleading
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Straight legs for flyers, back pain with BHS, Hand to Hands...and a SURPRISE!
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D1 vs D2, how to fix piking in fulls, and how to stop arching backs
Episode 30!!
Getting skills quickly, connecting round offs and BHS, & stunt partner motivation
On this episode, we talk about how to get skills quickly (and the answer may surprise you). We also discuss connecting running tumbling skills and what to do if your stunt partner doesn't want to put in extra work to get better.
Check it out!
Full up stunts, cheerleading vs. other sports, and body awareness issues
Is school cheerleading a sport, partner stunting, and tumbling like a PRO!
In this episode, we discuss how to get stronger at partner stunting as well as tumbling...additionally we answer the question..."Is school cheerleading a sport?"
Check it out!
Weak ankles, keeping feet together in BHS, and how to rehab injuries
In this episode, we discuss how to strengthen weak ankles and prevent injuries. Additionally, we go over a few tricks to help athletes keep their feet together when doing back hand springs. Lastly, we dive into the thought process behind rehabbing an injured area of the body. Don't miss it!
Surprise interview...back where it ALL BEGAN.
My first year cheering was in High School, but it was such a new thing in my life, a lot of my time was spent just figuring out the basics and trying to truly absorb everything I could. It wasn't long after, All Star Cheerleading became the next chapter. Robert Del Toro, owner and head coach of ACE Cheer in Panama City, was my first All Star coach and offered me the first job I ever had in cheerleading. His guidance prepared me for college, taught me how to properly coach others, and the rest is history.
We surprise him with an impromptu interview and catch up on how the gym has been since I was there over a decade ago. Please let me introduce to you, Robert Del Toro.
ACL Rehab, School vs. All-Star, Muscle Soreness & Injuries
Sports Science, Handsprings, and Body Positions
Partner Stunting, Shoulder Health, Growing the sport
Don't miss this one!