There are six basic figure skating jumps: three edge jumps (Axel, loop and salchow), and three toe jumps (Lutz, flip and toe loop). All of the jumps take off backwards except for the Axel, which goes off of a forward outside edge.
Most jumps take off backwards because (a) the backward edges are more secure and you can get better speed and better push and (b) jumps are landed backwards, so when you do an Axel, you are actually doing an extra 1/2 rotation. For example, a triple Axel is really 3.5 rotations in the air, which makes it more difficult.
Figure skaters are able to maintain high speeds for long periods by utilizing a combination of gliding, turns, and edge control to conserve momentum. By executing precise jumps, spins, and footwork sequences, skaters can maximize their velocity while minimizing the need to constantly push or pump their skates. Additionally, figure skaters have highly developed technique and body control, allowing them to effortlessly transition between movements while maintaining forward momentum.
There are various answers. 1.the wind in your face when you skate. 2.the jumps and spins look efortless and easy. 3.the beauty and grace the skaters use while skating.
Steve Milton has written: 'Skate Talk' 'Super skaters' -- subject(s): Biography, Juvenile literature, Skating, Skaters, Figure skating, Figure skaters
They skated on frozen rivers and lakes.
she about 6.2 feet tall thank you Barely 5' 2"; said she was 5'4" to face easier competition in the run ups. There are no tall female figure skaters of note. The center of gravity must be low for the jumps.......tall skaters can do speed skating, and ice dancing. They remain an insult to the ice trying to figure skate.
I want to go skate.
Norwegians that skate fast
Of course! I know skaters who skate (in a skating club) with their daughters and their daughters are over 18!
Here are some moves you could try when figure skating: - To get up when you fall down - Skate forwards - Skate backwards - Backward crossovers - Forward crossovers - Three- jumps - Extend leg - Spiral (Arabesque) - Spin (minimum 1 rotation) from a T shaped start - Spin (minimum 4 rotation) from a T shaped start - Salchow Jump (Single)
On a figure skate, there is a small pick at the end called a toe-pick which figure skaters use to dig into the ice in order to throw themselves into the air. As well as this, they also have a rounded part of the blade next to the toe-pick called the rocker this helps them turn backwards, and spin easier. However, the hockey skate does not have a toe-pick and only has a small rocker because in a hockey game, toe-picks would be extremely dangerous if someone got kicked in the face with the toe-pick, and they don't spin, so they don't need the bigger rocker.
He is one o the skaters for Darkstar that skate brand
The plural form of the noun skater is skaters.The plural possessive form is skaters'.Example: The skaters' performances at the ice show were phenomenal.