DON'T SKATE FOR FITNESS! 

I totally agree with you! I’m in the military and had a hard time running so I started skating. Once I started skating it opened the door for me to do more in other fitness areas. Why? Because skating doesn’t feel like work. It’s fun. Once my body was use to the WORK, other areas of physical fitness were so much easier to tackle. Now I run effortlessly.

I do bodyweight training (calisthenics), ballet and flexibility. All of those combined have improved my skating particularly my single leg balance.

Exercise has always been bitter medicine to me. I knew it was good for me, but strength training was so clinical and repetitive I found no joy in it. But once I started skating, my opinion turned around 100%. I learned to love going into a workout knowing I was making myself stronger for the next skate session. Skating became "exercise art" because it's calisthenics with style; squats help with pumping, lunges help with carves and dips, etc. It even helped the other way around about weight lifting. I realized that by not training lift variations like I did skate variations, I had no "balance"; I could push hard, but only in extremely specific poses. Training exercise variations gives you more body control, which reduces the amount of sketchy situations you can put yourself in while skating because you have trained a way to get back into a stable stance from more positions.

Well said. I do a lot of gymnastics rings training and it helps my skating immensely. Balance, flexibility, strength, core stability, spatial awareness, and probably so many other benefits. The fact that it's only body weight and adjusts based on the techniques you use makes it invaluable. Also, you can do the same skating squats and deep moves like shoot the duck while holding the rings and in your skates to help load your joints in an easier manner than just jumping into it cold turkey.

I agree with what you said, I've been training weight lifting for almost 3 years now and months ago I picked some inline skates (I've never skated in my life) and thanks to this training I was able to progress quicker and be less fatigued, I remember some skate friends told me "your legs and lower back will hurt since you're starting to skate" and I was like "whaaaaat, I'm not feeling anything" lol

I like your view on this topic. Inlineskating (and lately Onewheel) is the reason i keep on doing warmups and streching to keep smooth like a cat to learn tricks every other day and in case if I fall. That becomes more and more important since I turned 40 lately. One does not stop skating because he is too old, one becomes old when he stops skating. ☝👍

well said, im absolutely going to be taking all of this to heart. I've lost a lot of skill since covid came around but it's been pretty fun, and humbling, trying to get back up there.

I was doing strength training a couple of days a week, along with walking, to get back in shape after 35 years of inactivity. Then, Covid, so they closed the gyms. That is when I got back into skating after 20 years off. The gym re-opened not long after closing, and I have not stopped going, because I believe everything you just said. I believe strength training complements skating in a huge way, exactly as you mentioned. Also, last week, I took my first high speed tumble which resulted in a nasty road rash on my left knee. (tripped myself up at about 20mph) I am very thankful that was pretty much all I ended up with, but I strongly believe, had it not been for the strength training, it would have been much worse.

Absolutely strength training is beneficial to skating. I'v been able to save myself from allot of falls because I had the mobility and strength in my legs to get into deep lunging positions to catch myself from falling forward. There's allot to say for the conditioning and coordination aspect too.

This video is gold for ANY and ALL athletes!

I like weight training, jump roping and what to keep my frame intact. Man using battle ropes as a quick cardio workout as well, it's not just for aesthetics either but for overall health. as you get older you definitely still want to get regular checkups and listen to your body. I'm not trying to check out early.

Me..52yo..gym everyday since 20yrs ago...now always skating too, and wanna try 42km berlin marathon..after 35yrs stop skating

Absolutely agree with you, the ones that help me the most are calisthenics, extensive stretching, and dance. Good wishes to all the skate fam!!

In my fifties. I currently cross train with gymnastics rings and ride a dirt jumper at an indoor bike park. It's important to always be experiencing progression with the physical activities I engage in. Keeps the body and mind Stoked!

I like the editing and backround clips! They make the video fun to watch.

I used to skate the Katy trail nearly 20 years ago. I just got a pair and am trying to get the feel again. I'm 61 and limited to what I can do for a workout due to surgeries from contact sports. I have the bike, bands, stretching and now adding inline. I've taken the skates out twice and muscles that haven't been used are not happy right now. Hope to see you on the trails.

I think I really needed to see this. I feel like I'm currently limited in what I can do on skates because of my lack of flexibility. I know I have to start doing some flexibility training but just finding time for skating can be hard sometimes, so cross training doesn't even come into the picture. But I'm really going to try and make time for it now because I want to get better at skating! Thanks for sharing this!!

Nice video. I play tennis, swim, and skate mainly. I also like to do a little free weights to add strength. I've found each activity complements the other. Also keeps me from getting too hung up on just one. Thanks again for the thoughtful, quality content you put out!

As a kid I first learnt to skate, but then roller discos and skating communities in general started disappearing. So as a teen I picked up practicing parkour, trampolining, and recently as an adult calisthenics/body weight training. I can definitely see how each practice has helped with my recent re-learning skating obsession as an adult. Parkour makes the inevitable fall/tripping up on skates much safer, as I can re-direct momentum in a safe way to protect my body. Calisthenics for general fitness and a strong core, as well as trampolining for feeling more confident with rotations/spins. Much love for creating all this high quality content! it has greatly inspired me which in turn is helping me break out of a long depression, since skating forces you to be in the present moment, peace

Great lesson on alternating styles - as ive transitioned or graduated from the rink to the skateparks and thats been it, but lately been very impressed with the wizard style skating and im going to add that to the mix...

I agree, I've been weight lifting and yoga for a month and I can markedly see so much improvement in skating!

I found this video when you first released it and took many helpful points from it. As a quad skater my entire life, it even made me try inlines. But I recently broke my ankle and tore all the ligaments completely playing roller derby, (video is on my channel if you want to see that 🤮) and now I use a bosu ball for rehab. Straight away I realised that all skaters could benefit from the bosu ball for balance training. It’s helped so much.

I started skating again because of youtubers like you and wanted to learn all the cool tricks. Unfortunately my head says I don't want to fall and it's too dangerous, so I'm just touring at the moment. I can see that I'm getting better and safer, but I still don't dare to try new things. I would like to learn different braking mechanics or even a smooth change of direction. Unfortunately, I can't even ride backwards. Thanks for your video!

I think what is also cool to try other ways of skating. Skating freestyle, skate dancing, slalom, aggressive, endurance, speed, inlinehockey, downhill. Maybe not downhill and speed. I kinda decided that I won't go faster then 35 km/h.

so true 😄 as a dancer I know how hard(lets be honest we all wanna do what we like best and its hard to start in a new field) but also helpful cross Workout is :) Really nice summary in the Video :)

I needed to hear this!!!

I swim and do active stretching. I had a lot of lower back pain when I was just skating. I feel like the working of the core and back from swimming and stretching has helped immensely with my back pain. The sideways and vertical kicking drills have also strengthened my legs in different ways. The butterfly stroke gets my heart rate up immediately. Also, switching between tri skates and four wheeled inline skates has helped. My back feels more strain on the tri skates since the frames are shorter, and I am higher off the ground. The 4x90 setup taxes my legs more since I have to work harder to maintain speed. Your video has me interested in quad skates since you said they work your ankles and feet more.

All of what you say is totally true, I also do a little yoga for the stretching benefits(and the other stuff it offers).

Thank you for sharing your tops with us! Cross training is so important if you want to grow as a skater. As for me, I do weights, yoga, and HIIT trampoline routines 😀👍

Damn. Ur right. Thanks for making my view even larger ❤️

I'm a beginner skater (under a year back at it and not as often as I would like). I also do reformer pilates and I find it really amazing that pilates makes me a better skater, and my skating makes my pilates practice stronger. I need to get back to the pool and lifting heavy!

I skate because of the feeling, the fun. And yes nice to exercise as well during it. But i also go to the gym.

I do dumbbells on the bench, abductions, legpress + Pilates. Thumbs up for the video.

Nice video, Dude. I skate for enjoyment, the fitness benefits are just a nice side-effect. I also invest a lot of time in my mobility, with stretching and some yoga, cycle, resistance train, and walk. I find they all compliment one another to varying degrees but what's important to me is how they benefit my life as a whole. As much as I love to skate, I'm glad it's not the physical activity I do. A while back I was obsessed with lifting to the point where I did nothing else. It was okay for a while but, as much as I was training lots and eating well, I didn't feel all that healthy. Balance is important, and I've found that a holistic approach to health, fitness, and life makes for a happier me!

I do calisthenics for upper body and mostly interval blading for lower body, with sprinting sprinkled in every now and then to spice things up. Prior to this, I was doing more traditional leg movements with added weight (squats, lunges, deadlifts, etc), but I've seen greater development to my overall body composition with what I do now. But one things for sure, different modalities are the key to pushing our bodies capabilities to new and exciting heights.

I struggled with catching my breath after a quad ride on a not so smooth surface, so I started kangoo jumps and it has been amazing :D I also want to start weight lifting again

Every athlete needs to do strength, flexibility & power training besides their sports skills training in order to avoid injuries and get very good at their sport.

Love seeing the Big D grand tour!

I don't do cross training because I seriously can't stand the gym, after picking inline back up in 2021 after a 10+ year hiatus though, I have absolutely felt a plateau. My legs are very strongly built, but my arms are skinny and not exactly super strong. I already knew that I was holding back my potential by not going to the gym and doing weight training. I've been thinking about it lately. And I think this video was the final push I needed for it. I'm going to ask some of my skater friends to take me to the gym with them and work on weight training. Thank you for the videos! Yours was one of the first channels I found on RU-vid when I was looking to get back into skating.

I agree 100% that a solid strength and conditioning program would only take your skating game higher

I do weightlifting, calisthenics, and soccer. I picked up skating after soccer, but before weighlifting and calisthenics. I've noticed I definitely have more power and stamina, but I realize I'm lacking in any sort of artistic flow. I think I should try dance or ballet to get more in touch with my limbs and proprioception to have more flair! great video :)

In addition to blading, I also lift weights and ride a bike. Weight lifting is great for all the reasons you described, as well as keeping you strong as you age. Bike riding is good cardio that works your muscles differently and provides variety to cardio. In addition, you can ride a bike after it rains and the pavement hasn't fully dried yet, something that isn't really possible on skates. That being said, I still do love getting my skates out and going for 10+ miles as a workout.

Yoga hiking and skating!! The yoga helps with balance and being flexible. Jogging for stamina and endurance.

i skate to ski. skating is my cross training for skiing :)

I find plyometric exercises (box jumps, jumping lunges, etc) helpful for gaining "explosive" power in my skating movements.

no doubt that you are a great skater but some moves in this video were just... crazy astonishing! I am so jealous :D

Thank you grate video!

I go for walks and steady state runs, but that's pretty much it. Running definitely helps with endurance, but I feel like I could be doing more to increase my agility on skates.

I agree but I found weight lifting to be mind numbingly boring. I'm going to mix cycling with my quad skating to gain leg strength. But not weight training. The monotony of it is soul destroying.

I've always worked out to develop more muscle strength and endurance but I gave up on flexibility long ago, skating really made me realise the limitations that poses but I don't have enough determination to work on that...

Your right. If I go running for a week then go back to skating I can skate way faster and more controlled I can't explain it but it works. Gotta switch it up sometimes

i skate bascially everyday but for fun, not for fitness, i workout everyday after i skate, in my head one is for fun (skating) and one is just for health and aesthetics (working out)

Running my main but I do cycling spin sessions for xtraining and planning on taking up rollarblading as xtraining for running. I also do body weight core strength some calisthenics but distsnce running is my main sport xc racing but just hate getting injured

Looking to get back into skating. Played roller hockey and rec skating years ago. Recommendations on what (brand) to purchase now? Thanks

Cycling, surfing, skateboarding

In my case it was other way around, skating become an addition to my regular workouts. Then I loved skating so much, I didn't have time for other forms of exercise :/ But, if I only skate, I get sore back and knees. So I'm still trying to find balance between life, skating, yoga and weightlifting. Right now I'm focusing on my mobility and strong core. I want to exercise to become a better skater :)

this dudes spitn FACTSZZ

Dallas,Texas babyyyy!!❤

Thanks.

Beautiful advice video, thank you brother. I have not been back on my skates, the Powerslide Next White w/ 3x125 or 110s, on the longer marathon frame, since breaking my second arm march/ april 2021. A year later and after 2 surgeries (having titanium plates and screws put into my wrist, distal radius, then having said metalwork removed a year later) I am struggling to find the motivation I once had to learn inline skating. I love the feeliing of freedom but I now sense this nasty apprehension that wasn't there before.... I wanted to use skating as my main transportation method instead of cycling and also for its low impact on knees etc.... I don't want to give up on skating , especially after investing probably more than 1000 dollars getting both myself and my 12 yr old daughter inlines and she has quads too....

Wow~👍👍🤩

Man try uploading more again, the algorithm blessed your return! I've just seen your channel and you deserve more popularity amongst the community! Skate on bro

He's back!!

great content

You should definitely skate for fun, learn tricks and do it with passion. You're going to be fit without worrying about it.

Seeing yall skate on the road makes me sad i cant in my city

I do artistic roller dance skating, and I grew up in the dance studio.

nice skating sir 👌

question for everyone. I can skate just fine at the skate rink , but the minute I hit the streets my shins are done. shin splits ext. I am not the lightest guy but am working to get better. lift weights when I can and walk. I want to be confident in street skating but can't seem to get past this one hump. Any advice?

Where do you get your skates from that aren't inline skates? I was trying to find skates for my dad all over the web.

I suck at inline skating my ankles are very weak and balance is off, so what can i do to strengthen those areas? I can skate alright in quad skates though, so can i use those to help me become better with balance with my inline skates?

what r the best skates with the best brakes?

Wow~~ so cool ~👏👍

Could you post specific workouts that have boosted your skating ability?

Great video! Off topic question cause I’m curious. Where are you skating in this video! 🌈

Oh to have such smoothly paved roads & sidewalks not covered in debris, water and cracks like where I live in the UK (Not London, London is good).

I only have about 5 hours out of the day to work out and skating is more fun. Maybe just an hour of weight lifting? Or would calisthenics like push ups / sit ups / etc be enough?

how you learn ballance skating posture in standing in a gym

I wish my country had wide streets and footpaths to skate on. Skating on the street in Nz is suicide. Skating on the footpath is a fast track to a conviction for manslaughter. 🤣 All jokes aside skating is awesome. I wish I was 20 years younger with more free time.

hey I have a question what are those quad skates called that you were wearing in that skating rink clip?

I hope I catch you out riding one day, I’d love to join the fun, I ride frx 310

Quad hockey skates?? That’s wild!

Bboying, weights, and Inline skating.

You are speaking my language! Fitspiration :D/

Do you recommend 3 wheels skating for a beginner?

I have a bike I can use or I can go for a hike 😅

If you don’t have the money, doing planks, and push ups will help you build a solid core. You will lose fat, and fell lighter. Deez Skates what size quad skate you use in the Solaris????

Thank you🌸 🕊🕊🕊🙏🏻🕊🕊🕊❤️Australia🌏

Too long since you've dropped a vid. I've missed your supernal insight.

Omg are you in Dallas?!! Im in Dallas!!!

Никогда не задумывался над этим!

Skiiing

Is that..... a death note tattoo???

You should get back into lifting weights also

Seeing all these in-lines make me feel like I should have bought in-line instead of quad ._.

Get to the point

I just want to skate, a good side affect is just a bonus

I came back to skating after the long time in the pandemic, and suffered a stress fracture in a couple months after my return. Cross-training with weightlifting and other gentle forms of cardio and stretching exercises helped build muscle to stabilize my bones to endure jumps and the pronating necessary to move the trucks on quad skates. Yoga/calisthenics helped me with opening up my hip flexors, as necessary for turns. I always encourage big girls to try skating, because it's a good and gentle exercise that they will definitely enjoy and feel some accomplishment in, and they can be less self conscious since it's not as body-centric as other fitness activities are. But you're right, for those who want to achieve more, doing other things in fitness helps in the long-run. Building muscles that carry your weight better, protect your bones, give you more explosiveness in your moves, and working on your flexibility are all fantastic additions to improve skate performance.

I have a bike I can use or I can go for a hike 😅