What muscle groups are developed when roller skating and how to skate properly?

Today roller-sport is available to everyone. In many parks, you can rent equipment and master this exciting activity. And you can buy good videos relatively inexpensively. There are even special roller skating camps where IISA – International Inline Skating Association certified specialists teach the basics and tricks.

ZEPHYR INLINE SKATE TOURS is the most popular travel agency in the world that organizes roller skating tours. Initially, it was based only in the United States, but over time, it expanded its activities to many European countries. Now fans of roller skates can purchase a “tour on wheels” with a visit to Amsterdam, Berlin and Paris.

What muscles are being worked out while roller skating?

First of all, it should be noted that during this exercise the heart muscle is actively working, increasing the endurance of the whole body and cardio resistance. 1 hour of roller skating allows you to use up from 300 to 400 kcal, which is an excellent workout for fat burning. The muscles of the legs (calves, quadriceps, back of the thigh, gluteal muscles), abdominal muscles (straight, oblique), arm muscles (deltoid), back muscles (superficial) are perfectly worked out.

How are leg muscles loaded?

Quads work very well during roller skating. This is especially noticeable when bending forward, the burning sensation in the area of ​​this muscle is well felt. But other muscles are constantly in a state of tension. Being in an upright position, the effect on the leg muscles will be greater, but it will not work out all the time. By changing the inclination of the body, dropping down and leveling into an upright position, the load is concentrated on the gluteal muscles.

Core muscles are tense all the time.

The core muscles are a complex of muscles that are responsible for stabilizing the pelvis, hips and spine. More fun and more active training for the muscles of the press can not be imagined. Roller skating involves the need to control balance. Thanks to this, the rectus and oblique muscles of the press are constantly tense. The oblique muscles are used during the swinging motion.

How do the deltoid muscles work?

As mentioned above, roller skating involves constantly monitoring the balance, so the hands are primarily involved in this process. In addition to balance, the hands are used during the fall. With their help, the pace is set. Of course, it will not work to increase muscle volume while rollerblading, but good muscle tone is ensured.

The superficial muscles of the back receive no less stress

You can work out the deep back muscles well in the gym, and while roller skating, the superficial muscles work well. Hands set the pace, including the entire body and back in the work.

How to roller skate so as not to get injured?

Roller skating is a traumatic sport, so it is important to take care of the correct equipment.

Equipment can save lives

The right equipment will protect you from serious injury and can sometimes be life-saving. The presence of protective elements allows you to learn new tricks with minimal risk. The basic set of protective equipment for roller skating consists of the following components:

• knee pads;
• elbow pads;
• wrist protection;
• helmet.

You need to be able to fall

For beginners to master the rollers, it is advisable to first of all learn how to fall. Not knowing how to land properly can increase your risk of injury. You always need to fall only forward, using protective elements: knee pads and elbow pads, you need to use the wrist protection for braking last. The fall process should be as sliding as possible. In extreme cases, you can fall on your side.

Basic rules of roller skating

Having learned how to fall correctly, you can master the very process of riding. To do this, you need to familiarize yourself with some of the rules:

• The casters must be securely laced.
• During the movement, the elbows and knees should be slightly bent, the body tilted forward.
• If you are not yet an experienced skater, do not ride on the roadway, on wet asphalt sections.
• Watch your speed at all times.
• Avoid areas with sand and dirt.
• Start mastering short distances (2-4 meters).
• Watch the road, beware of small children.