Foundation-Elite: Off-ice loop band salchow exercises mini class
Salchow
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7m 14s
Purpose: This video features exercises to help train the muscles for the salchow jump, whether you are working on singles, doubles or triples. It is important to train the smaller muscle groups to help activate the positions properly.
Focus: Salchow entry, glute activation, salchow take-off, salchow follow-through, stability, timing and rhythm, arm position, free leg position.
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