The common perception of baton twirling is that it’s a fun, showy parlor trick, but there’s much more to it than that. It’s a sport. Learning tricks and routines involves years of practice and determination. In most cases, baton twirlers need to do more than twirl the baton and walk in place. Here are some things baton twirlers want you to know: Perfection is Expected When a baton twirler starts a routine, they’re under a ton of pressure. At any given time, hundreds of people are staring and waiting for you to drop your baton. When performing a complex routine, not dropping the baton once is a serious accomplishment, especially with all those eyes on you. Perfection isn’t just preferred with baton twirling— it’s expected. Batons Cause Bruises and Calluses Baton twirling routines look pretty and flashy, but they’re not as dainty as they may look from afar. While practicing moves, dropping the baton on yourself or hitting yourself with the baton is common, especially when you sta
Posted: 5/21/2021
Sports create opportunities for athletes in all areas of life. Baton twirling, which most people get into at a young age, can be especially rewarding. Physical fitness, community engagement and unique skills are just a few of the benefits. However, no matter how much someone loves twirling, fatigue is inevitable. Baton twirling can be physically, mentally and emotionally demanding. Here are our tips for preventing twirling fatigue: Rest Plenty and Eat Well Learning new tricks and routines requires serious discipline and lots of practice. Every once in a while, you may end up working longer than you meant to on that routine you’re looking to master. You may be so focused on one move that you’re practicing well into the night or forgetting to eat. Make time for yourself to rest and eat a balanced diet. If you nourish your body, you’ll be sharper and more focused when it’s showtime. Remember Why You Started Maybe your problem isn’t that you’re practicing too much. After practicin
Posted: 5/7/2021
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