Off-ice training is a much buzzed about topic in the world of figure skating. Many skaters do it, many coaches and trainers teach it, but do people really know how the details of how it should be done, and what it really is? A parent may see an ad for an off-ice class and sign [...]
I have become accustomed enough with the new judging system to know not to be quick on pulling out the drums and cymbals after the short program. Yet I am reading several headlines citing Kostner Leads Worlds, Meissner in Ninth, or Rochette in the running for a medal, I find this premature ovation give the [...]
Apparently Johnny Weir has skated a flawless short program at the World Figure Skating Championships in Gotebord, Sweden, on Friday, while the past two title winners, Stephane Lambiel of Switzerland and Brian Joubert of France, fumbled or fell. Just when his fans thought he was exploited by the new scoring system, Johnny has produced an [...]
Choosing a figure skating coach can be a lot of work depending on your approach to the sport. Over time, you will develop a relationship with your coach which at times might make it somewhat difficult to sever the tie if ever the need would become a necessity. There may be a myriad of coaches [...]
Nutrition affects performance and Training Figure skating is a sport that requires both body form and physical endurance, yet many female athletes have diets that are low in energy and nutrients. To meet the nutritional needs of physical activity and health, an athlete’s training diet should provide at least 55-60% of total energy from carbohydrate, [...]
Many figure skating moves and techniques are based on ballet. Skaters who have a background in ballet should be able to transfer the positions and principles from ballet to skating. It is precisely this closeness to dance, and especially to ballet, that sets ice skating apart from any other sport. Although ballet and skating are [...]
Show The “World” What You’re Made Of Kimmie 2006 World champion Kimberly Claire Meissner has nothing to lose at the world figure-skating championships, which will begin next week in Gothenburg, Sweden. She is not the hunted. She is the hunter. Hopefully Kimmie has learned something valuable during this season. That is, not to let the [...]
Johnny Has No Regrets After two not so great seasons, Weir, the three times US Champion was determined to turn heads. Turn heads, but he did after two wins at Cup of Russia and Cup of China. With dazzling free skates at the US Championships, the skating genius made an attempt at regaining his crown [...]
How do figure skating jumps get learned? Everybody knows that when it comes to figure skating, jumps are king. Is it inherent talent that propels the good jumpers? Is it all in their heads? Can it be a learned talent? Going back to your grade school days there were always kids that were truly gifted [...]
Once you have learned the fundamental moves of skating such as forward skating, backward skating, stops, edges, turns, crossovers, and mohawks, you are now ready to master them. There is no better way to master these skills than to practice as much as you can. Everyone starts out with learning how to properly and smoothly [...]
