Even though everyone who as skated for any amount of time knows what a teapot/shoot the duck is, most people are neglecting the excellent benefits that this exercise offers. In fact, lots of skaters just do them once or twice and then neglect them completely. Its time for that to change! Continue reading »
Most people know that off ice spinners can help improve their spinning. However they can be used for so much more. The skateGREAT team have been developing new exercises that will improve your body awareness and control - helping you acheive more on the ice.
One of our favourites is the two foot twist. A simple exercise that will improve your core stability and control, and give specific training for a multitude of on ice techniques. This beautiful little exercise will teach you how to “check” to help you get the feeling of controlling your centre as you twist-perfect for 3 turns and slaloms. It will strengthen your core and trim that waistline - lets get going! Continue reading »
What ice skater can say they wouldn’t like better balance? This exercise comes from the secretive world of Kung Fu. Although quite simple it becomes very difficult to hold the entire balance sequence for extended periods of time.
This drill will increase your body position awareness and help develop the strength endurance of your muscles in the area around your calf and ankle. Lets get to it! Continue reading »
