Stretches/ Weight for figure skating

Question

I need some stretches that will help my flexibility. Some stretches to help my spiral, doughnut, layback, etc. I also was wonderin whats the ideal weight for a figure skater! I think i'm too heavy. I'm 5 foot tall and weigh 110 lbs. Is that too much for a skater? If so how can i lose it.

Answer 1

No that is NOT too heavy!  I am 5 foot 5 inches and weigh wayyyyyyyyyyy more than that, less than 30 pounds more tho :).  There is no such thing as an ideal weight.  Muscles are what make me weigh more and you are probably just very strong :P. Some good stretches for spirals would be holding on to a wall and have someone push your leg up and try to hold it once you get it high enough.  For a lay back I suggest holding onto the boards and pushing your hips forward and laying back.  Then lift your leg.  Good Luck!

Answer 2

Stretches: Every morning, touch your toes and, if you can put your whole hand on the floor. Do a bridge. Lay on your back and kick your legs in the air for about 5-8 minutes. Jog in place with really high-knees. Wiggle your arms really fast. Your your head and shoulders. Also, before you skate jump roping is really good, but mostly if you do those stretches you will increase your flexibility.

Weight: Figure skating uses almost every mucsle so, naturally, many figure skaters are muscular, which I am assuming you are. 5 foot and 110 pounds is fine! If you don't feel comfortable about your weight try being more active and eating healthier, it'll make you feel really good.

Good luck!

Answer 3

I am 5'1 and weigh 96.  I think your weight is fine, but losing a few pounds would be fine, too.  Really, your weight is OK.  For flexibility, here is the stretch my coaches recommend:  On the first day, sit on the floor, on a carpet, rug, or reasonably soft surface (not wood) and spread your legs at approximately a 90 degree angle.  Hold your legs there for a long time, despite any pain.  Stretch your back backwards and lean as far forwards as you can go.  The next day, do the same exercise, but put your legs at a 91 or 92 degree angle.  Each day, go one or two angles up and soon your legs will be nearly as opposable as your thumbs!