Figure Skating Question?

Question

Just curious but does doing jump rotations (doubles, triples, etc) inside a pool actually help u rotate better on land/ ice. Because im trying to get rid of that little cheat on my jumps.

Thanks!

Answer 1

While it might be a good little work out, I don't think it'll really help with actual rotations.  I think there's too much resistance, which would make your rotations really slow and thus really hard to do.  Practice your jumps/rotations off-ice to build the strength.  See if you can get on the harness with your coach.  I've found that adding a little more follow through with the snap and arms helps with the little bit more rotation needed.  Good luck!  :)

Answer 2

I don't believe that's possible, because the water is too dense and thick. However, if you can do it, then try it! I'm not saying don't, but i dont think it's easy. There are other options, though. You can try it off ice, on some soft carpet, use a harness with your coach, a trampoline, etc. So, good luck with your jumps! :]

Answer 3

I used to do that too. I don't think it helps much. I just do them off ice. That, for me, is the best practice. It may help a little, but I could never do more than two rotations in the water so it didn't help me much.

Answer 4

That never really helped me.  What worked was just practicing on land or on a trampoline.  I don't know if it works for you, but it was almost impossible for me to rotate that many times in the water...it's just too dense.