Words on Wellness » skating http://blogs.extension.iastate.edu/wellness Your extension connection to nutrition and fitness Tue, 23 Apr 2013 13:52:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 Skating Your Way http://blogs.extension.iastate.edu/wellness/2011/10/25/skating-your-way/ http://blogs.extension.iastate.edu/wellness/2011/10/25/skating-your-way/#comments Tue, 25 Oct 2011 15:11:27 +0000 Kristin Taylor http://blogs.extension.iastate.edu/wellness/?p=742 skatingRoller skating or blading is a fun activity and can improve your heart and lung health as
well as muscular endurance. It requires relatively good balance and coordination, but if you want to glide gracefully, you will need a lot of practice. Beginning skating does not have to be an expensive trip to the sporting goods store. Try it out at your local skating rink or check the local parks and recreation office or fitness center to see if they rent roller skates or rollerblades.

If you decide you like skating, get skates designed with a high roller skate boot for maximum ankle support. Skating is a great workout, so try it. Be sure to wear protective gear, including helmet, knee and elbow pads, and gloves before strapping on those skates.

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