Foundation: On-ice forward sit spin from standstill demonstration
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15s
Level: Beginner
Base exercise: Sit spin
Variation: From standstill, on axis line
Purpose: Doing a forward sit spin from standstill on an axis line is helpful for skaters just starting a sit spin to know when to place their edge hook and snap by returning back to the same axis they started on
Focus: Basic technique, spin entrance pathway
Direction: Counterclockwise
Equipment: No Equipment
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