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QuestionHow do I get over the fear of doing this?Community AnswerTry mastering a back handspring (if you don't already know how). Then just keep going higher and higher each time. Tell yourself that you can do this and just do it! If it helps, maybe watch videos of people doing back flips and tell yourself that if they can do it, so can you!
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QuestionHow do I get over the fear of going back?Community AnswerTry doing a back drop over and over again! The more you do it, the more comfortable you will feel. By the time you start learning to do an actual backflip, it will only be a little bit scary, and when you try it with a spot, it won't be scary at all!
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QuestionHow do you do a backdrop without the head slinging back?Community AnswerKeep your head aligned with your body, so your head hits the trampoline the same time as your back.
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QuestionHow do I stop landing on my head when doing a back handspring?Community AnswerMake sure you get enough spring -- you really have to push off with your legs. Also, make sure you lock your arms.
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QuestionIs it possible to do a backflip without being able to do a flick/back-handspring?Community AnswerYes! I cannot do a back-handspring and frankly don't even know what a flick is! However, the other day I tried a backflip for the first time and landed it!
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QuestionHow can another person can spot me?Hunter63Community AnswerThey can put their arm under your back and support you if you fall on your head.
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QuestionI am afraid of not locking my arms tight enough and landing on my head. What do I do?Community AnswerTry to do a back somersault on the trampoline just rolling. Do this over and over until you are comfortable with it.
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QuestionHow do I get my feet over my head when doing a backflip?Bigcatlover1Community AnswerUse your abdominal muscles. Try a drill where you hang onto something while lying on your back, and bring your feet in a tuck over your head as fast as possible. This should help.
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QuestionWhat advantages do I have if I can already do a front flip?Bigcatlover1Community AnswerPretty much just the knowledge of what a flip feels like, and how to conquer fear. That's about it.
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QuestionWhat if someone passes out after backflipping?PearlbelleTop AnswererQuickly get an adult to come and assess the situation, or call 911 yourself if necessary. You'll want to get medical help immediately.
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QuestionWhat if my mom makes a mistake and falls unconscious?Community AnswerIf anyone falls unconscious on the trampoline, call 911 immediately and do not move them. If they have a head, neck, or spinal injury, moving them could make the injury worse. Stay with them and talk to them if they wake up until emergency services arrive.
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QuestionHow do I get over the fear on doing a back handspring or going backwards?Kate hastingsCommunity AnswerTry putting padding down on your trampoline. This will make it hurt less if you land weird because you have a soft surface to land on. Try doing a back drop and then go into a back flip from there. This will definitely help you.
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QuestionIf I can do a front flip and a front handspring, is that the same as a backflip?Bigcatlover1Community AnswerNo. The forward motion is different from the backward motion, but you have an advantage of knowing how to do a flip, and getting an edge in conquering your fear.
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QuestionWhy do I need a spotter on the trampoline?Community AnswerYou don't really NEED one, but a spotter is there to make sure you don't injure yourself if you fall. It's an extra safety precaution that's especially recommended for beginners.
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QuestionWill it hurt if I land on my head?Community AnswerVery much. Landing on your head is dangerous and can result in breaking your neck. Always practice with a spotter if you're not experienced to ensure you don't land in a dangerous way.
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QuestionWhat if I break my neck while doing a backflip?Community AnswerYou should always have somebody else near the trampoline with you. If you get seriously injured, that person should call 911 immediately.
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QuestionWill it be fun once I master a backflip?PearlbelleTop AnswererYes.
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QuestionHow do I stop from flying off the trampoline?PearlbelleTop AnswererBuy one with a net, and zip up the entrance all the way to ensure safety when bouncing.
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QuestionHow do I prevent injuries when practicing backflips?Community AnswerYou should use a spotter so you make sure you get the full rotation. That will help you get the feel of the rotation, and you shouldn't ever have an injury once you learn the trick.
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QuestionWhat if I'm scared to go backwards?Community AnswerWhen I did my first backflip I was scared too, I had to build up confidence to just bend while falling. You should have someone spot you because they would give you extra support.
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QuestionHow do I go back without landing on my neck?Community AnswerTry tucking in your neck and swinging your arms before doing a backflip to get more momentum to flip backwards and hopefully land either on your hands and knees or feet.
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QuestionHow do I stop being afraid of landing on my head mid-flip?Community AnswerTry having someone help flip you over until you feel comfortable doing it yourself.
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QuestionDo you swing your arms up in a backflip?Wiki_is_crap101Community AnswerOnly if you want to get more rotation when you are learning. The answer is yes.
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QuestionHow do I overcome the fear?Community AnswerYou just have to keep on working on it, and it's all about the arm momentum/swing.
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QuestionHow do I make sure that my knees do not knock my nose in the process?Community AnswerIf you are worried, then stand up as soon as your feet touch the ground or just put your hands down.
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QuestionHow do I get over the fear of going backward?Community AnswerTry doing backdrops on the trampoline and you will then get over your fear of going backward.
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QuestionHow do I do a backflip without falling on my back?Community AnswerMake sure you tuck your knees and legs in and practice releasing at the right time. If you release too late, your momentum will carry you backward and you will go flying.
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QuestionHow do I turn backwards?Community AnswerLean back and look down at the trampoline. Make sure you're in an arch. Fling your legs over and bend them. Grab on to your legs and when landing unfold your legs.
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QuestionHow do I get over the fear of not eating it?Community AnswerJust realize you will be landing on a softer surface with lots of give, and will not likely hurt yourself.
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QuestionWould foam padding help me do a backflip?Community AnswerIt can be easier to learn to do a backflip on something softer than a trampoline, like foam padding or a high-jump mat for track.
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