Stepping onto the ice with legs that feel solid and explosive? That's the edge this book gives figure skaters who train off the ice.
Picture this: you're nailing triple jumps or intricate lifts in pairs, but nagging fatigue or tweaks hold you back. Off-ice conditioning isn't optional—it's how champions build the resilience for endless spins, edges, and footwork. This paperback dives straight into the physical prep that translates directly to rink dominance, covering everything from basic prelim skills to senior-elite demands.
No guesswork here. Over 300 photos show exact form for warm-up drills that get your blood flowing without strain, deep flexibility stretches to boost your split jumps and spirals, and cooldowns that speed recovery. Strength training targets core, legs, and upper body with weights or bodyweight moves tailored for skaters. Jump and plyometric programs mimic on-ice power, while endurance circuits build the stamina for long programs.
The real gem? A full periodization plan that cycles your training through build-up, peak, and recovery phases. It prevents overtraining and injuries common in high-impact skating, like ankle sprains or hip issues. Whether you're a competitive singles skater grinding for nationals, a pairs team syncing lifts, or an ice dancer perfecting edges, these routines fit your discipline.
Coaches and skaters rave about how these off-ice sessions shaved seconds off spin times and added rotation to jumps. Use it daily after school practices, weekends for deep dives, or pre-comp to sharpen up. Parents, it's a practical tool for young athletes too—easy to follow at home or gym. Grab this and watch off-ice sweat turn into on-ice glory.
Technical yet approachable, it's your roadmap to conditioning that sticks. Around 200 pages of actionable advice since 2002, still relevant for today's skaters chasing gold.
