Think Taffy! Get your muscles warm and pliable prior to stretching. For 10 minutes, march in place or walk up and down the bleachers.
Make sure to hit the major muscle groups of the leg; hamstrings, quads, and calves.
Stretching should NOT hurt. Stretch only until you “feel it,” then hold the position for 10 to 30 seconds. In fact, stretching too vigorously could cause injury.
Stretch for 10 minutes before and after skating.
Don’t bounce! Instead, make it a slow, gentle static stretch.
Remember to breathe slowly and deeply as you stretch. This helps deliver oxygen to your muscles.
Drink water. Hydration helps keep the muscles elastic.
