How to Do a Standing Back Tuck

I've been a competition cheerleader for 10 years and a gymnast for 6 years or so. I know learning a new skill can be very difficult, so I've broken down the basics of a back tuck to help you out.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Recomended a soft mat.
• A spotter (to make sure you do not get injured)

1. You will need confidence to perform this skill.
   Start with your body straight up and arms and hands straight above your head.

2. swing your arms down a little past your bottom and dip with your legs at the same time.

3. Explode with a jump through your legs and arms swinging back up ward above your head lifting with your chest,shoulders, and arms.

4. Once you have reached the peak of your lift quickly bring your knees in towards your chest and grab your thighs.(this is your tucking position)

5. Once in your tuck position you should be rotating quickly.
   Quickly come out of your tuck position when you feel its time to land.
   (timing is key)

6. You have finished the back tuck
   GOOOOOODLUCKKKKK!

Tips & Warnings

• NEVER throw your head back.IT is not a backhandspring.
• A spotter is recommeded to guide you threw the motions so no injuries occur.
• If you feel you are safe to do so with no spotter be sure you are on a mat or a soft surface to break your fall.