THE FRONT-SOMERSAULT PROGRESSION : Page 129
ANKLE-LIFT FRONT SOMERSAULT
HINTS TO BEGINNERS: Before trying this stunt, the pair should try lifting for height without the spin. The bottom man must get as close to his partner as possible and lift straight up under his buttocks instead of pulling his foot back. The top man must assist his partner by keeping the knee of his supported leg well up in front. As he jumps off the floor, he should bring his other knee to his chest. In the per-
formance of the stunt the bottom man need not worry about getting kicked by the top man's free foot. If he lifts straight up for height, the top man will have plenty of time to bring both his knees to his chest and hold his feet in a close tuck. During the performance of the stunt, the safety man assists by catching the top man on the back of the neck as he tucks, and spinning him onto his feet.