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
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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...
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Axel entry wall drill: Foundation-Elite
Purpose: Skaters can practice their axel walkthrough using the wall to help maintain a strong skating side check. This drill will ensure that they don't go too far in the circle on their back edge and forward outside edge. Skaters should stack shoulders over hips.
Focus: balance, upper body check...
