Conditioning for Figure Skating: Off-Ice Techniques for On-Ice Performance
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| Rating | : | 4.41 (560 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 157028220X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 192 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-09-26 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Illustrative and technical, yet user-friendly, Conditioning for Figure Skating provides detailed coverage of the physical preparation necessary for Preliminary through Senior-Elite skaters while concentrating on all disciplines of figure skating, including singles, pairs, and ice dance. To be the best on the rink, skaters must spend endless hours strengthening and conditioning their bodies off the ice to build strength for the rigors of their performances. A periodization plan also helps skaters maximize their training potential.. More than 300 photos illustrate proper warm-up drills, flexibility stretches, cooldown routines, strength training exercises, jump and plyometric training programs, and endurance conditioning exercises for on-ice injury prevention
Great for serious figure skaters SuburbanHousewifeMN This is a well writen book that explains different exercises that will be of benefit to figure skaters and athletes alike. It is more of an adult/young adult read. Overall, very informational.. Conditioning for Figure Skating P. Schirmer This book was so good from the library I wanted my own copy so that I could dog ear the pages and make sure I stay on track to get my skating to the level it can be to be great!. WantFit said Must have books for competitive skaters in differnt levels. This is a wonderful book that provides both in-depth analysis of why off ice training is critical to a successful skater and step by step off ice strength and conditioning manual. It totally changed my view of ice skating. It helps my daughter to train smarter. Highly recommend.
Whether you are a skater, coach, trainer, or parent, you can use this book to establish a training structure to maximize your or the skater's potential.You will find in-depth analysis of:The physical components of figure skating Proper warm-up and cool-down techniques Sport-specific strength training Injury prevention exercises Drills to enhance speed, strength, and power Flexibility training Balance and body awareness Muscle endurance conditioning "Periodization," a yearly conditioning plan that creates a peak in physical performance coinciding with the competitive figure skating season . Conditioning for Figure Skating is a technical, user-friendly guide that teaches you how to improve your strength, increase your power, and condition your body off the ice to improve your on-ice performance.Appropriate for skaters at all levels and all disciplines--singles, pairs, and ice dance--this manual explains the physical preparation needed to excel at the sport. And to stay competiti
Poe, M.S., C.S.C.S., has designed strength and conditioning programs and has trained figure skaters for the past seven years.. Carl M