importance of warming up before skating. A proper warm-up helps prepare muscles and the nervous system for the physical demands of training.
A warm-up does not need to be complicated.
Light movement, dynamic exercises and sport-specific preparation can help the athlete transition from everyday activity into intense training.
The important point is consistency.
Strength and Conditioning Matter Too
Figure skating is not simply about flexibility.
Athletes need strength, balance, coordination, power and endurance.
Jumps place significant demands on the legs. Spins require balance and core control. Repeated landings can place stress on joints and muscles.
Off-ice conditioning can therefore play an important role in injury prevention.
U.S. Figure Skating has highlighted the value of strength, flexibility and conditioning programs for skaters, particularly as athletes progress toward more technically demanding movements.
A well-designed training program should not focus exclusively on learning increasingly difficult skills.
It should also prepare the body
