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Ambassador Feature: Lexy Russell

by | Nov 29, 2016 | Ambassador, Blog

“Push yourself to your limit because someday you’ll find a new limit and push that one too.”

CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR FEATURE: LEXY RUSSELL

The CHEERFIT ambassador community is filled with leaders and motivators who all share a passion for fitness, love for cheering and drive to help inspire others.

Our CHEERFIT ambassador family consists of cheerleaders, tumblers, twirlers, dancers, and so many other uniquely talented individuals we have yet to share with the world. This week we meet Lexy, a college cheerleader who also has a passion to serve her country and strives to be a leader. We are proud to share with you our “Ambassador of the Week”, featuring Lexy Russell!

 

SHARE WITH US A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOURSELF, HOW YOU GOT TO WHERE YOU ARE TODAY, AND PLANS FOR THE FUTURE!

I joined the Air Force National guard over the summer. I ship out to Texas in June for basic training. Being in All-Star cheer has helped me reach this goal of being able to serve my country on a different level.

Being in the service, I learned a lot of different ways of motivating people and getting them to do what they don’t want to.

Adding college cheer on to that wasn’t very difficult, but college cheer is a little different than all-star. At the beginning of the season, my coach had no idea where to put me to base. I would main and side the stunts because every group she put me in would hit. She finally has put me on main in a stunt group that she says will be my stunt. Knowing that I can be in more than one group and the stunt hits is like being back home at my gym where my coaches there did the same thing.

– CHEERFIT Ambassador Lexy Russell

HOW HAS BEING AN AMBASSADOR HELPED YOU?

Being an ambassador helped me build more confidence so I can be a better leader on my team. It has also helped me stay motivated while stunting or tumbling when I feel I’m not doing my best. It has also helped me keep a positive mind because when I feel good, I think even better thoughts.

WHAT NEW OPPORTUNITIES HAS BEING A CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR OPENED UP FOR YOU? 

Being an ambassador has opened up a few great opportunities. I now have workouts that I don’t just have in practice and I can share them with people that aren’t just on my team. I have also joined the Air Force to serve my country because you can never help too many people reach their goals.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART ABOUT BEING A CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR?

My favorite part is being able to workout more than just in the gym . . .being able to help some of my friends that aren’t in cheer still stay fit and feel better about themselves. It’s great to see my friends happy because they workout and it makes them feel good.

WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO TELL OTHER PEOPLE WANT TO BECOME AN AMBASSADOR?

Being a CHEERFIT ambassador is a great journey. You get to talk to other cheerleaders from around the world, and you can be yourself. It’s a great opportunity to get more fit and focus on yourself when you workout.

FUN FACT: WHAT 3 THINGS ARE ALWAYS IN YOUR CHEER BAG?

My cheer shoes, ice hot and athletic tape.

FAVORITE SONG TO JAM OUT TO DURING A SWEAT SESH:

Any cheer music!

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE EXERCISE?

Plank jacks!

Thank you so much for sharing your story with us Lexy! We are so proud to have you in the ambassador family, and we can’t wait to hear all about your new journey with the Air Force. We wish you all the best and thank you for serving our country, for having a passion to inspire others, and making a positive impact on as many people as you can! You rock. 🙂 

Stay FIT <3,

your CHEERFIT team

cheerFIT is so much more than just a workout brand – we are a lifestyle, a community and an inspiration. We are a community who is strengthened through fitness – both mentally and physically. It is our mission to spread the awareness that cheerleaders need fitness.  We are dedicated to building a community of strong, powerful individuals who are a true inspiration to their team and leaders in their community. Together we are disrupting the traditional methods of fitness training and revolutionizing the way people think about cheerleading and their fitness needs! Are you the next cheerFIT Ambassador? Apply today.

Ambassador Feature: Marley Peguese

by | Nov 22, 2016 | Ambassador, Blog

“Wake up with determination. Go to bed with satisfaction.”

CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR FEATURE: MARLEY PEGUESE

The CHEERFIT ambassador community is filled with leaders and motivators who all share a passion for fitness, love for cheering and drive to help inspire others.

We have an amazing community of athletes who fuel their passion and determination with the CHEERFIT lifestyle. Our ambassadors love the family we have within the community and the awesome friendships they form! This week, we meet Marley, a flyer who tells us why she loves CHEERFIT and why she encourages others to become an ambassador. We are happy to share with you our ‘Ambassador of the Week Feature’ with Marley Peguese!

 

TELL US A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOURSELF 🙂

I am 8 years old and I am on my 4th year cheering. Cheering is my passion! This season I am on our Youth 2 and Junior 2 teams. I also perform a solo so I can showcase my level 4 tumbling. I am currently working on my full and can’t wait to get it!

– CHEERFIT Ambassador Marley Peguese

HOW HAS BEING AN AMBASSADOR HELPED YOU?

Being a CHEERFIT ambassador has helped me build strength to be able to pull and hit my skills in the air.

WHAT NEW OPPORTUNITIES HAS BEING A CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR OPENED UP FOR YOU? 

Being a CHEERFIT ambassador has helped me build relationships with other cheerleaders around the country.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART ABOUT BEING A CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR?

I love being a CHEERFIT ambassador because it helps me connect with other kids who have the same cheer and fitness goals as me.

FUN FACT: WHAT 3 THINGS ARE ALWAYS IN YOUR CHEER BAG?

Rock Your Hair hairspray, my iPod & snacks

FAVORITE SONG TO JAM OUT TO DURING A SWEAT SESH:

Cheap Thrills by Sia

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE EXERCISE?

Burpees

WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO TELL OTHER PEOPLE WHO WANT TO BECOME AN AMBASSADOR?

You should totally become an ambassador because it is a lot of fun – the workouts are great and the community is so nice.

I love my CHEERFIT family.

Thank you so much for telling us about yourself Marley! We are proud to have you in the ambassador community and are so happy you are loving every minute being an ambassador. Keep up your positive energy and continue to inspire those around you – we are excited to share your cheer journey with you!

Stay FIT <3,

your CHEERFIT team

cheerFIT is so much more than just a workout brand – we are a lifestyle, a community and an inspiration. We are a community who is strengthened through fitness – both mentally and physically. It is our mission to spread the awareness that cheerleaders need fitness.  We are dedicated to building a community of strong, powerful individuals who are a true inspiration to their team and leaders in their community. Together we are disrupting the traditional methods of fitness training and revolutionizing the way people think about cheerleading and their fitness needs! Are you the next cheerFIT Ambassador? Apply today.

Ambassador Feature: Lili Taylor

by | Nov 15, 2016 | Ambassador, Blog

“Don’t let the fear of falling keep you from flying”

CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR FEATURE: LILI TAYLOR

The CHEERFIT ambassador community is filled with leaders and motivators who all share a passion for fitness, love for cheering and drive to help inspire others.

Our ambassadors share with us their stories, obstacles, and achievements along the way. We have an amazing community of athletes who fuel their passion and determination with the CHEERFIT lifestyle. This week, we meet Lili, an amazing ambassador who had been with us since 2015! She says to believe in yourself because it does’t matter where you start, you can’t quit – you will get there! We are so happy to share with you our ‘Ambassador of the Week Feature’ with Lili Taylor!

 

TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF AND HOW YOU STARTED YOUR CHEERLEADING JOURNEY!

My story is that I started cheering and I didn’t even know how to do a cartwheel. Now, I just learned how to do an arabian through to full!

I have to tell you there were times when I would get so mad at myself because I could not do it. I would quit.

Everybody always had to remind me that I was only 10 years old!

So, that is my story. . . what’s yours? 🙂

– CHEERFIT Ambassador Lili Taylor

HOW HAS BEING AN AMBASSADOR HELPED YOU?

Being an ambassador has helped me get my left heel stretch so much better!

WHAT NEW OPPORTUNITIES HAVE OPENED UP FOR YOU AFTER BECOMING A CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR? 

Sprit Box has noticed me and Beachgirlbands has also noticed me!

WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO TELL OTHER PEOPLE WHO WANT TO BECOME A CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR?

Try hard and don’t give up, even if you don’t believe in your self.

FUN FACT: WHAT 3 THINGS ARE ALWAYS IN YOUR CHEER BAG?

  1. extra socks
  2. snacks
  3. hair ties

FAVORITE SONG TO JAM OUT TO DURING A SWEAT SESH:

Fight Song

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE EXERCISE?

Flutter kicks!

Thank you so much for telling us about yourself Lili! You’ve been with CHEERFIT from the start, and we thank you for continuing to inspire us! You remind us that even when we feel like we’ve got nothing left, we need to just keep going!  We are so happy and proud to have you as CHEERFIT ambassador!

Stay FIT <3,

your CHEERFIT team

cheerFIT is so much more than just a workout brand – we are a lifestyle, a community and an inspiration. We are a community who is strengthened through fitness – both mentally and physically. It is our mission to spread the awareness that cheerleaders need fitness.  We are dedicated to building a community of strong, powerful individuals who are a true inspiration to their team and leaders in their community. Together we are disrupting the traditional methods of fitness training and revolutionizing the way people think about cheerleading and their fitness needs! Are you the next cheerFIT Ambassador? Apply today.

Ambassador Feature: Kherington Branstetter

by | Nov 8, 2016 | Ambassador, Blog

“It’s not the size of the girl in the fight. . .it’s the size of the fight in the girl”

CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR FEATURE: KHERINGTON BRANSTETTER

The CHEERFIT ambassador community is filled with leaders and motivators who all share a passion for fitness, love for cheering and drive to help inspire others.

Our ambassadors share with us their personal stories and obstacles they overcome along the way. We have an amazing community of athletes from all over the world – everyone is joined together in the online CHEERFIT community to share their passion for cheer and fitness. We learn so much about our ambassadors when we read their stories every week, and we discovered that many of our CHEERFIT families are connected to the military! Since November is “Military Family Appreciation Month”, we thought we’d give a special shout-out to our ambassadors who have family members in the armed forces. This week’s ambassador reminds us to believe in ourselves and to never say we “can’t’ do something! We are honored to share with you our ‘Ambassador of the Week Feature’ with Kherington Branstetter!

 

SHARE WITH US A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOURSELF AND HOW YOU STAY MOTIVATED!

I am not allowed to say the word can’t . . .it’s like a curse word in our family.

My parents tell me to always believe in myself and I can do anything! I was the main role in a National Belk commercial this past year. It was amazing! We filmed all weekend in a castle! .

My dad is special forces and is gone a lot, but I love when he is around and able to see me cheer.

One day I want to be a UK cheerleader and then coach and own my own gym! I was top10 at nationals and jr olympics for tumbling ages 8 and under. I also do tumble team sub advanced/advanced and I am on jr 3 Weather Girls for all star cheer.

– CHEERFIT Ambassador Kherington Branstetter

HOW HAS BEING AN AMBASSADOR HELPED YOU?

Since becoming an ambassador, I feel stronger and faster. I got my full more consistent, my whips and back handsprings are faster now too! I feel like a stronger tumbler already!

WHAT NEW OPPORTUNITIES HAVE OPENED UP FOR YOU SINCE BECOMING A CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR?

I have been noticed by other brands and companies and have been told that I am really inspiring. I have also got to meet some new people on Instagram!

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART ABOUT BEING A CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR?

I love getting to encourage and inspire others! I tell all my friends about the workouts and encourage them to sign up and try them too. It’s fun getting new workouts to try!

FUN FACT: WHAT 3 THINGS ARE ALWAYS IN YOUR CHEER BAG?

Hairspray, bobby pins and my Nifinity shoes!

FAVORITE SONG TO JAM OUT TO DURING A SWEAT SESH:

Me too – Meghan Trainor

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE EXERCISE?

V – ups! I love doing ab workouts!

WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO TELL OTHERS WHO ARE THINKING ABOUT BECOMING A CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR?

Do it! It has made me stronger and faster! It also gives you a chance to get in touch with new friends on social media that love the same things you do!!!!

Thank you so much for sharing your story Kherington! Next time we are feeling down, we will remember to believe in ourselves and also to totally remove the word “can’t” from our vocabulary – your parents gave you some great advice! We’re sure your dad is super proud of you, and we thank him for his military service! Thank you for telling us about yourself this week – we hope you keep us updated when you eventually own your own gym! 🙂 We are thrilled to have you as an ambassador!

Stay FIT <3,

your CHEERFIT team

cheerFIT is so much more than just a workout brand – we are a lifestyle, a community and an inspiration. We are a community who is strengthened through fitness – both mentally and physically. It is our mission to spread the awareness that cheerleaders need fitness.  We are dedicated to building a community of strong, powerful individuals who are a true inspiration to their team and leaders in their community. Together we are disrupting the traditional methods of fitness training and revolutionizing the way people think about cheerleading and their fitness needs! Are you the next cheerFIT Ambassador? Apply today.

Ambassador Feature: Serenity McWhorter

by | Oct 25, 2016 | Ambassador, Blog

“If I can do this, so can you!”

CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR FEATURE: SERENITY MCWHORTER

The CHEERFIT ambassador community is filled with leaders and motivators who all share a passion for fitness, love for cheering and drive to help inspire others.

Our ambassadors share with us their personal stories and obstacles they overcome along the way. We have an amazing community of athletes who fuel their passion and determination with the CHEERFIT lifestyle – they are a constant reminder that despite the setbacks or difficulties we all often face, we can do anything we want if we just keep focusing on the prize! This week, we learned how one amazing ambassador doesn’t let anything that may seem like a limitation stand in her way. We are honored to share with you our ‘Ambassador of the Week Feature’ with Serenity McWhorter!

 

CAN YOU SHARE WITH US A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOUR JOURNEY AND HOW YOU GOT TO WHERE YOU ARE TODAY?

When I was 4 years old, I was diagnosed with Autism, ADD, ADHD and PDD. It was hard for me to speak or interact with others without feeling overwhelmed. I was very unhappy. My doctor thought it would be a good idea to try cheerleading. Cheer really helped me get control of my hyperactivity. On top of the physical release, cheer also helped me interact with others on a team. Cheering gave me an outlet I never knew! Cheerleading and fitness became an obsession, and it helps me in my daily life. For years I thrived on the Diamondz special athletes team and crossed over to mainstream teams all the way up to level 4/5. I competed with them for 5 years before the gym shut down. I was devastated! I lost my love for cheerleading and fitness. It got so bad I developed a mental block toward any kind of physical activity.

The next year, things got even worse. I was a victim of mental and physical bullying at my school, and broke the growth plate in my elbow. After that, I was scared to return to school. Today I am home schooled. On top of all that, our house, my only safe haven, was broken into! They stole all of my personal things! I was diagnosed with anxiety, depression and PTSD as a result of all the events in such a short time.

I had to fight to get my life back!

I started going back to the last place I felt happy. I went back to cheerleading, at a new gym, Carolina Crossfire Cheer. With the guidance of Coach Angela Koenig, I quickly realized that cheer and fitness programs help me cope with daily struggles. I can honestly say I am back to the happier and stronger me. I finally feel I have a safe place to be me. I have learned to set goals for myself. I love working out and feeling that I accomplish something. I have found excitement in introducing others to the amazing personal benefits in being CHEERFIT.

My goal is to help raise Autism Awareness, inclusion and acceptance, as well as for special needs solo athletes to be included in athletic competitions.  I am only 10 years old, but some days I feel like I have lived so much more. Then I realize how far I have come. I have gained so much. I have even won several solo, team, and pageant competitions, including 2016 World’s Perfect Athlete Cheerleader Super Hero Grand Champion. In 2016, I have become involved with several charities, and have done a lot of volunteer work. By the end of the year I will be featured in a modeling magazine. I want others to see how far they can go too. I hope others see disabilities in players are not limiting factors.

We are all athletes. We all struggle. Together, anything is possible.

I am already reaping the rewards of becoming a CHEERFIT ambassador. I have learned that my family, new and old friends, teammates, coaches, and therapists will support me and keep me focused, as I travel down my road to CHEERFIT. I appreciate all of their help, and love how devoted they are to help me reach new heights as an athlete, as an advocate, and as an ambassador for CHEERFIT.

– CHEERFIT Ambassador Serenity McWhorter

HOW HAS BEING AN AMBASSADOR HELPED YOU?

Being a CHEERFIT Ambassador has helped give me a platform to reach out to others. I want to help people see that regardless of your limitations, you can achieve great heights. Being physically fit and putting your best effort into things is not only for the elite. Everyone can do this!

WHAT NEW OPPORTUNITIES HAS BEING A CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR OPENED UP FOR YOU? 

Being a CHEERFIT Ambassador has opened doors I never dreamed possible. I can use my CHEERFIT fitness plan and encourage others to do the same. It allows me to reach my personal best. CHEERFIT allows me to help others see I am not limited, but can do anything I set my mind to do. As an ambassador for CHEERFIT I can tell them all “If I can do this, so can you!”

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART ABOUT BEING A CHEERFIT AMBASSADOR?

My favorite part of being a CHEERFIT Ambassador is being able to help others understand the importance of being physically active, and motivate them to get CHEERFIT.  Being a CHEERFIT ambassador has really helped me to get back in condition for the upcoming cheer competition season. When my friends and teammates see my improvement, I can tell them all “If I can do it, YOU can do it! Get CHEERFIT!”

FUN FACT: WHAT 3 THINGS ARE ALWAYS IN YOUR CHEER BAG?

Actually, there’s four things for me! 🙂 I always have a water bottle. Hydration is key to staying healthy. As an advocate for Autism Awareness, I usually have my Autism Awareness, CheerLyfe and “Hope” Bows attached to my bag to display my devotion towards positive strides in cheer, hope, and responsibility. My tablet is a must so I can follow the CHEERFIT fitness plan and use it at the gym! Soon I hope to have my CHEERFIT workout outfit to show others that fitness is not just something to dream, but something to achieve!

FAVORITE SONG TO JAM OUT TO DURING A SWEAT SESH:

My all-time favorite song to sweat to is Confidence by Demi Lovato. Let’s face it, a little bit of confidence goes a long way!

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE EXERCISE?

I could never skip stretching, and it is by far my favorite exercise of all. I want so to be a better flyer, and stretching allows me to lengthen those muscles so I can safely and easily reach all those complex body positions in the air. I also like doing anything to strengthen my legs for more power when I tumble. My dream is to reach the highest level skills as possible, and be like Angel Rice, and I know stretching and power exercises are essential to reach that goal.

Thank you so much for sharing your amazing story Serenity! You are an inspiration and your story moved us all! We know you will continue to do amazing things and show the world what you are capable of! We hope you will always keep the CHEERFIT community updated on your achievements – we are lucky to call you a CHEERFIT ambassador and have someone like you represent our brand!

Stay FIT <3,

your CHEERFIT team

cheerFIT is so much more than just a workout brand – we are a lifestyle, a community and an inspiration. We are a community who is strengthened through fitness – both mentally and physically. It is our mission to spread the awareness that cheerleaders need fitness.  We are dedicated to building a community of strong, powerful individuals who are a true inspiration to their team and leaders in their community. Together we are disrupting the traditional methods of fitness training and revolutionizing the way people think about cheerleading and their fitness needs! Are you the next cheerFIT Ambassador? Apply today.