13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Must have books for competitive skaters in differnt levels, Feb 2 2006
By WantFit "WantFit" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Conditioning for Figure Skating: Off-Ice Techniques for On-Ice Performance (Paperback)
This is a wonderful book that provides both in-depth analysis of why off ice training is critical to a successful skater and step by step off ice strength and conditioning manual. It totally changed my view of ice skating. It helps my daughter to train smarter. Highly recommend.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book for skaters of all levels and age, Feb 14 2006
By Katie S - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Conditioning for Figure Skating: Off-Ice Techniques for On-Ice Performance (Paperback)
I highly recommend this book. It details off-ice conditioning programs for singles, pairs, or dance and skaters of all ages and skill levels. Strength training, effective warm-up and cool down, plyometric, and other off-ice conditioning programs are detailed, as well as effectively improving your muscular and cardiovascular conditioning on ice. The only negative to this book is the photos and text explaining some of the moves - they could be a bit more descriptive.
A great book from a very qualified author. These programs will yield great results on the ice if you put the time and effort in to conditioning.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Information, Jun 10 2007
By Jill Selman - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Conditioning for Figure Skating: Off-Ice Techniques for On-Ice Performance (Paperback)
A wealth of information that is hard to find elsewhere. After reading from cover to cover, I handed it over to my daughters coach and together we developed an off ice training regimen that suits her skill level and reflects her goals. Definite improvement in sucessful jumps completed noticed right away.
I would highly recommend this book for anyone who is serious about ice skating.