For every person who trains to be on top of their game, whether it be a dancer, soccer player, golfer, or love baton twirling, there comes a point when there is a break in training. One example of this is vacation. While the thought of not being able to train for seven or 10 straight days may give you cold sweats, Starline Baton has some suggestions on how you can practice your skills so that they remain sharp, even on a relaxing vacation!

• Check Around the Area: Let’s say that you are staying with Grandma and Grandpa for a whole month out of state. This presents a wonderful opportunity to take classes at another studio or training facility. Look around and see what different places are available, and inquire about how much just a class is. A new set of eyes can help determine why you are having a specific problem you may be experiencing. Also, there are a ton of different styles to whatever it is you are involved with, so you are bound to learn something new.
• Use Technology: With just about everyone on the planet able to connect digitally, take advantage of that opportunity. FaceTime with your coach so that the two of you can discuss ways of staying in shape, or you can talk about perfecting a certain element of your training. In some cases, you can find coaches and trainers that conduct virtual meetings for training that you can take advantage of. Be sure to check that it is OK with your current coach, though.
• Just Step Outside: If you are feeling cooped up, just take a step outside and practice! Just because practicing is not done where you are used to doing it, whether it be in a gym, on a field, or on a stage, doesn’t mean that practice doesn’t count. So, grab your baton, and go through what your coach has you do in a typical practice. Also, it is important to continue to stretch as it doesn’t take long for performers to lose that stretch.

It doesn’t matter how long your vacation is, you should always be able to stay on top of your game by looking for opportunities to keep on practicing. A vacation doesn’t mean that you have to step away from what you love doing. For even more baton twirling advice, please browse the StarLine blog. And if you need any supplies, feel free to call us at 931-528-7829.

Posted: 8/30/2016