By: Gabriella DeBono We all know what balance is. It’s standing on one foot— or jumping and spinning on less than quarter inch blades! But what does having good balance really mean? By definition, balance is being able to stay steady within a base of support. A good example of…
Cardiovascular strength is essential for success in figure skating and only running long distances isn’t going to get you to where you want to be. Interval training methods, like HIIT (high intensity interval training) and Tabata, are the most efficient way to improve your cardiovascular system and can be modified…
By: Gabriella DeBono Photo feature: Meagan Duhamel; Photo credit: Skate Canada/Stephan Potopnyk Even the champions of figure skating struggle with body confidence and weight management. From needing to jump and rotate three or four times in the air to creating balletic lines and movements for artistic points, it’s…
By: Gabriella DeBono In today’s skating world, it’s difficult not to get wrapped up in the technical difficulty required to earn the most points. From the numerous variations you bend and twist into for your spins, to jumping with your arms above your head, basic spins and jumps might not…
By: Gabriella DeBono Have you ever been told that you knee(s) “buckle” during double or single legged squats? If you have, don’t worry! This is not an uncommon correction for figure skaters and we’re here to help. What may come across as your quadriceps and knees being weak may actually be a…
By: Gabriella DeBono The energy space you create for yourself before you compete is crucial. It is possible to amp yourself up too much or become too relaxed. Success happens in your happy medium and we’re here to help you find it! Don’t get too excited The perfect balance of…
By: Gabriella DeBono Are you already feeling nervous about summer competitions and expecting perfection during practice every day? Although it’s a sign of confidence to expect greatness from yourself, expecting too much too soon can lead to feelings of discouragement and negativity– resulting in decreased day-to-day productivity during training. (If…
By: Gabriella DeBono Some days, it’s difficult to stay positive during grueling summer workouts. Here are 3 simple tips to keep you in a positive head-space and motivated to keep pushing yourself: Share your experiences If you’re feeling tired, it’s likely the other skaters your training with feel the same…
Summer training is one of the most intense training times of the year. You’re likely spending a good chunk of your day at the arena for the entirety of July and August. A more extensive training schedule makes it easy to forget about your life beyond the boards– but don’t. Maintaining a…
By: Gabriella DeBono If you haven’t already, you will likely see a physiotherapist at some point during your athletic career. Physiotherapists specialize in how the body moves, diagnosing injuries, and providing rehabilitative care for musculoskeletal injuries. Injuries of this nature usually occur due to overuse or strength imbalances in…
Summer training pushes the physical and mental limits of every skater. It’s a time to challenge yourself beyond what you’re used to and embrace the, let’s face it, pain. A good workout should burn, make you drip sweat down to the floor, and leave you out of breath. Sometimes, it’s…
By: Gabriella DeBono Paying attention to hydration is essential for successful training, but it’s especially important when you start ramping up your training and doing workouts in the sunshine! How do I know if my body is hydrated? 1. Urine colour Don’t be grossed out… Take a look! The colour of…
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