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Question
Hi! I was wondering if you knew what muscles are the best to strengthen for figure skating and why. I go to a gym about twice a week, but I would like to do some stuff at home to so, if you could, give me some exercises for home too.
HI Emmaleigh:
There are many exercises you could do at a gym for strenght training for skating. I would recommend having at least one session with a trainer and having them focus on core strength and plyometrics. See some of my earlier posts for skating exercises.
Good luck with your program,
Bruce
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Dr. Bruce Forciea
Expertise
I can handle most questions regarding sports injuries, conditioning, jumps, spins, and basic skating.
Experience
Professional skating coach for 15 years. Former PSA Senior rated coach and ice show performer. Now a chiropractor and full-time college instructor in anatomy and physiology.
Organizations
Human Anatomy and Physiology Society
Wisconsin Chiropractic Association
Publications
Wisconsin Technical College System course in General and Advanced anatomy and physiology.
Author of Unlocking the Healing Code, a book on healing scheduled for release in December, 2007.
Education/Credentials
Doctor of Chiropractic from Parker College.
B.A. Psychology Eckerd College
Awards and Honors
Midwestern Novice and Junior Pairs Champion and National competitor.
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