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How do I do a backward somersault?

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You'll do the reverse of of a somersault. You'll roll onto your back and kick your legs over your head. Be sure to roll your head out from under you while doing this.

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I did a somersault on my bed, and now I can't tilt my head to the right. What do I do?

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If something doesn't feel right, let an adult know and get some medical attention. You've likely just strained something, but a doctor could tell you for sure.

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What is the backward somersault procedure?

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You'll do the reverse of of a somersault. Roll onto your back and kick your legs over your head. Be sure to roll your head out from under you while doing this.

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How do you do a summersalt? I've tried this and i still can't do it

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To do a somersault, you have to start standing. Then,you lean forward and tuck onto your back. Make sure to get momentum to roll all the way over.

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How do I keep my neck from hurting?

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Try not to lean on your neck too much. And if that doesn't help, do neck stretches and pop your neck every so often.

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Is a somersault done from a standing position?

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Usually, you start a somersault from a kneeling position.

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I could do a somersault one day, but the next day I couldn't. Why is that?

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Maybe because you were feeling braver the other day or more energetic. Keep practicing, you'll be able to do it again, and it will eventually become easier and more natural for you.

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How do I do a somersault if I'm very fat?

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Don't do a somersault over the head. Although when you do it and it makes your stomach hurt, it actually helps the abdomen. Instead do it slightly over the head; it will get rid of the weight on your head.

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How do I get enough momentum? I've tried kicking but it doesn't work.

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You shouldn't need too much momentum. When you tuck your neck and lean forward, you should naturally roll over. Just keep yourself pulled tightly into a ball.

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If I know how to do a front flip, should I know how to do a somersault?

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You should learn it of you haven't already done so, but not necessarily. If you are learning, practice front rolls. Technically, a somersault IS a front flip, so is a front salto.

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How do I do a bridge?

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Lie on your back, put your hands behind your head, bend your knees and bend your body upward.

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How can I get over the fear of doing a somersault?

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Just try to practice on a bed or padded soft floor.

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How do I do a somersault in water?

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Take a deep breath and blow out through your nose as you flip. What causes you to flip will be the force of your head and arms, so duck your head quickly, compact yourself into a small ball, and wave your arms to help you flip over. With practice you will be able to do quick flips, and even multiple flips underwater!

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I used to be able to do a somersault easily. Now it seems I am afraid of doing it. Every time I get into position and kick, my hands or head bail out. What can I do?

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Try it on a trampoline or mattress until you are confident enough to do it on a solid surface again.

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Can I do it on a wooden floor with pillows?

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It would not be as safe, but yes, it is possible.

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How can I get rid of my fear of doing a somersault?

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A somersault is one of the easiest gymnastic moves, so there's really no reason to be afraid. Also, it's arguably one of the safest.

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How do I get over the fear of getting hurt when I do a somersault?

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Do it onto a mat or a foam pit then on a trampoline. If you stick your head out when starting to go over, you will fall, so keep your head tucked in and keep tight while rotating until you start coming down, then you spot and kick out.

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When I do my somersault, I end in a diagonal and not straight. How can I end straight?

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You could try getting a little more speed going into your somersault so that you roll over well. You can also watch a youtube video to see what you are doing wrong.

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How do I do it without my back slamming on the ground?

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Get enough momentum and you should roll. Also, try not to drop your back on the floor when your hands stop supporting it.

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