Level: Foundation
Base exercise: Axel walkthrough on the circle
Variation: Arms in checked or frame position over landing side
Purpose: This drill helps skaters who use their shoulders to initiate the rotation in an axel. By having the skaters keep their arms in a frame position, they have to lead with their skating side shoulder and keep their free side shoulder checked back until they reach the follow-through phase.
Helps with common mistake: Swingy axel, rotation is generated from the upper body rather than the lower body first. Timing and rhythm of the axel.
Associated skating element: Waltz/axel
Rotational direction demonstrated: Counterclockwise
Equipment: No equipment
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