text: what do i need to do before trying to try out for cheerleading? or what do i need to know how to do?   you might want to read this, i answered it to a previous question. oh, and that's great that you are trying out for cheerleading! good for you!  i'll give you tips for preparing and for tryouts.  be fit, on time and enthusiastic. be prepared and alert to follow instructions. as k cheerleaders on the team for tips. find a good gymnastics center in your area, and have skills such as back-hand-springs, aerials, front tucks, back tucks... unless you are really tiny and are going to be a flyer, you need to get some muscle and lift some weights at least 3 times a week. your going to be lifting people and weight for every stunt.  have a solid jump. run. fun a few miles every week. start off at 1/2 a mile and work your way up. you need to train yourself or else you will get exhausted real fast.  strengthen your core. 50 sit ups a day will improve jumps and stunting. keep a positive attitude. always have a smile on your face!  listen to your captain/instructor. don't be late for anything. practice 5 times a week. be sure to stretch real good before and after tryouts. don't attempt moves unless you already know them or have trained for them. it will cause injury and annoy other team mates.