Just wanted to share a neat little trick that really helped DD!

[NGL780309]

DD has trouble with the level 4 bars dismount. She can do it, but she's inconsistent and sometimes throws her head back and bends her arms. She says she can't feel her head going back.

Well today her dad had her put her chin to her chest and bite her leotard. It sounds strange and looked strange, but it totally helped her. By the end her leotard was stretched out, but it was a breakthrough for her. It was so funny to watch her do her full routine and then pause before her backhip circle to put her leo in her mouth. I was picturing her going to a meet and doing that. LOL.

 

[Shelovesthebars]

So funny I had to laugh!

 

[CreateMagic]

I like it! Its so true that many kids don't understand that they're not doing what you asked them (head thrown back for example). They need something to help them feel it!

 

[Tumblequeensmom]

WOW! What a great trick!

 

[gymnut1]

Such a cute image I love it! Might get expensive on the leos though!

 

[gym4life123]

My coach had me do that with a standing back tuck because I was throwing my head back. Sometimes it's hard not to laugh while doing it, especialy while others are.