Cheerleading can be a positive activity. I chose to cheer in high school because I wanted to dance and cheer, not to become popular. I was one of the least popular cheerleaders, tried to stay out of the drama and generally avoided the jocks. I was really in shape and it taught me another level of discipline and teamwork. Overall it was a positive and fun experience for me, but there is a lot of drama that comes with teenage girls! If your daugther wants to cheer, don't hold her back. Let her learn for herself whether or not it's right for her.