SKATING SHOES BLACK

Skating is fun, no matter what type of skates you choose to use.

• Inline skates, or roller blades as you might know them to feature a single frame that covers the length of the sole. The frame can have anything from three to five wheels, although most skates feature four wheels. The upper boot is supportive and provides a tight, snug fit. On most skates, there is usually a brake that is found on the back of the frame for when you need to stop quickly. More advanced models come without a brake.
• That feeling of speed and freedom can be enjoyed by anyone, young or old, but it is important to choose the right kind of skate depending on your chosen activity and where you wish to skate.

HOW TO ROLLERBLADE

Finding Your Balance

• Wear proper safety equipment. Put on a helmet and some knee and elbow pads to protect yourself from bumps, bruises, and scrapes. New skaters who are just starting out will also want to get a pair of wrist guards, which will allow you to break your fall without hurting yourself.
• Strap on a pair of Roller blades. Slip your feet into the boots and press the tongue of the skates up against your lower shins. Pull the adjustable straps across the front of the boots and through the buckles on the opposite side. Tighten the skates until they fit snugly but comfortably.

Finding Your Balance

• Stand up. Use a nearby object like a wall or chair to help you get to your feet. If there’s nothing around to use for assistance, pull one foot up under you and place both hands on the ground in front of you.
• Place your feet shoulder-width apart. Once you’re upright, assume a stance similar to how you ordinarily stand. Stay right on top of the wheels and don't let your ankles lean one way or the other. Your toes should be pointed straight ahead—if they happen to stray inward or outward while you’re skating, your legs will move with them and you’ll fall down.

Finding Your Balance

Practice leaning, pivoting, and crouching. This will help you get used to the kinds of movements you’ll be using later to turn and generate speed. Bend your knees slightly and keep your hips and ankles nice and loose. Once you’ve got the hang of a few basic leg movements, try picking up one foot at a time and balancing on one skate.

• While skating, you want to keep your center of gravity a little lower than when you’re walking around normally.

Roller l3lading

It is also known as in-line skating, is a popular outdoor recreational activity. It involves gliding on skates that have a series of wheels set in a straight line.Once you’ve got the fundamentals down, it’s an enjoyable pastime that will allow you to stay active and have fun almost anywhere

You got plenty of room to move around..

• Move to the pavement. When you feel confident, find a flat, level stretch of ground where you have plenty of room to move around. Paved surfaces are ideal for skating,
• Start walking slowly. Pick up one foot and set it down in front of the other. Then, repeat with the other foot.
• Turn your steps into smooth strokes. Continue putting one foot in front of the other, only now rather than dropping your foot straight down, push it forward and out. Transfer your weight over your leg to begin gliding. Lift your skates just enough to set them down for the next stroke, letting your momentum carry you forward.

Getting comfortable on your roller blades..

• Use your upper body to maintain your balance. On your first few passes, hold your arms out to your sides and make small adjustments when you feel yourself tipping. Once balance is no longer an issue, you can bring them down closer to your sides.
• Pick up speed. To accelerate on roller blades, simply do the same thing you’ve been doing, only faster. Lean your torso forward, bend at the knees, and pump your legs back and forth, gliding over one skate then the other. Remember to keep your skates moving in a slight ‘V’ formation
• Progress at your own pace. For your own safety, don’t try to go too fast right off the bat. Take things slow and easy until you start to get a feel for the movement. With each session you'll find yourself growing more and more comfortable on your roller blades

Lean your body to steer..

• Lean your body to steer. Start skating at a safe speed and place your feet side-by-side. Shift your weight over the right edge of both skates to veer to the right, allowing your ankles to flex. To make a left turn, lean to the left. The circular force created by riding the edge of the skates will cause you to change direction with ease.
• Pick up your feet for beginner turns. If you find it difficult to change direction, you can give yourself a little help by pivoting on the skate that’s on the side you want to go and arching your other skate around to follow its lead. This may feel a little clumsy at first, but it's a good way to work up to smoother high-speed turns when you're first starting out.

Aster the crossover step for sharp turns..

• Aster the crossover step for sharp turns. Lift one skate and place it just ahead of the other on the far side. Pick up the rear skate and reposition it in the direction you want to go, then push off with your opposite skate.
• Practice the basic heel stop. When it comes time to slow yourself, first bring your legs together and stagger them slightly for greater stability. Bend your knees and push the brake skate forward, tilting it back so that the brake scrapes against the ground. Let yourself come to a halt gradually—if you dig in too much, you could lose control.