Demonstration on polyglide synthetic ice.
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Off-Ice Double Axel With Entry Hops: ...
Purpose: Here is an example of an off-ice double axel with two hops on the entry.
Focus: upper body alignment, lower body alignment, timing, control, rhythm, power, rotating position -
Foot track back band drill: Advanced-...
Purpose: This is a foot tracking exercise for skaters' axel. This corrective drill will help skaters who have a swingy free leg. As the skater turns the skating leg to start the take-off rotation, the band will keep the skaters free leg foot tracking behind and force the skater to keep things nar...
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Axel take-off stacking holds: Foundat...
Purpose: This is a great exercise for skaters to use off-ice when learning axel. It also will help skaters who need to correct their axel take-off positioning. By starting on two feet, skaters can position their torso and upper body prior to shifting their weight to pick up their foot. Skaters ca...
