How Do You Skate Backwards To Forward On Rollerblades?
One of the first skills beginning skaters like to learn is how to skate backwards. For some reason, it gives them a mild thrill and a sense of accomplishment to skate one way without looking. Of course, once they start going backwards, many of them are unsure of how to turn back around and go forward. If you’ve ever found yourself in this predicament, use these steps to set yourself right. Skate backwards at a slow speed. You can juice up the pace later, once you can comfortably switch directions. Use an in-and-out motion of your skates to propel yourself backwards. Keep the movements small and close to your body to prevent yourself from becoming unbalanced. Start the turn with your shoulders. Your legs tend to follow your upper body, so twisting your torso is a key component of the switch. Lift the front wheels of your skates off of the ground and hop into the air. Raising your front wheels first makes sure you get through the turn without catching the ground. Continue turning your sh
