Purpose: This video introduces what functional core training is and why it is important for figure skaters, as well as three different exercises that skaters can incorporate into their off-ice training to help with core stability.
Focus: Deep core strength, injury prevention, jump landings, pelvic floor, back injury prevention, hip stability, external rotation, core rotation, figure skating specific training, abdominals, erector spinae, transverse abdominus, obliques, balance
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Recognizing and correcting a sway bac...
Purpose: This video explains what a sway back is, why its important to recognize and prevent or correct it.
Focus: Sway back, pelvic tilt, core activation, posture, injury prevention, back injury prevention, Pilates, ballet, stroking position
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Periodization and planning your figur...
Purpose: This video introduces what periodization is, and explains how to use the concept of seasons to help skaters achieve their skating goals.
Focus: Periodization, goal setting, injury prevention, athletic performance, pre-season, in-season, post-season, off-season
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Deep hip strengthening for figure ska...
Purpose: This video explains why figure skaters need to focus on training and strengthening their deep hip muscles.
Focus: Hip strength, injury prevention, internal hip rotation, overuse injuries, TFL, gluteus Medius, gluteus maximus, hip flexors, muscle activation
