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CSA Research
Conditioning Articles
An article that goes into the benefits of conditioning, in particular our Saturday Conditioning Classes.
“A Look into CSA Conditioning”
Highlights the importance of conditioning in skating as well as some common methods that we utilize to train the skaters. This article also includes a video of athletes training at our facility.
“Conditioning 101 for Skaters”
Depicts how any athlete can improve their total work capacity (endurance) whether on the ice or in off-ice training.
Strength Training Articles
Miscellaneous Articles
A motivational article that explains the purpose of continuing to push oneself to accomplish a goal. People will never know how far they can go until the try!
“How your Words Affect your Skating”
An article written by Melissa Wittenborn explaining how one’s words can affect their skating.
An article written by Dr. Richard Gelband in bringing to light the new buzz word in health. He provides a short background about it along with how it is utilized in regards to working with someone in knee pain.
“Exercise Testing and Orthopedic Screening Recapped”
Results and conclusions from the “Exercise Testing and Orthopedic Screening” Workshop held on October 27, 2007
Keys to creating a faster, more athletic skater on the ice. It outlines concepts on how on can increase their skating power.
“The Importance of Warming-Up”
An article that explains the importance of Warming-Up, along with two Warm-Up Programs and video demonstration of all the exercises.
“Restoration Techniques for Figure Skaters”
An informative article about restoration techniques such as self-massage, stretching and strength-based movements along with a sample post-workout routine.
An informative article about restoration techniques an athlete can use to not only take care of their bodies to decrease the chances of small nagging injuries, but also improve performance.
“Is it Really Important to Warm-Up”
The importance of warming up before on-ice and off-ice training and competitions is discussed. It highlights exercises that are used within the Champion Sports Advantage Strength Training Program. It includes a video of one of our athletes warming-up.
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Training In: Off-Ice Strength & Conditioning * On-Ice Freestyle
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Last Updated: February 28, 2013
Warm-Up and Restoration Articles
Injury Awareness Articles
“4 Strength Training Tips for the New Season”
Four strength training tips to follow to better prepare you for the competitive season.
“5 Favorite Jumping Exercises for Figure Skaters”
Five of my favorite plyometric exercises utilized by our athletes in the Strength-Training Program.
“The Value of Strength Training”
An informative article that explains the important value of strength training in skating.
A short article about eight movement exercises every skater should do periodically throughout the week, whether a pre-skating warm-up or as an extra workout. It also includes a video of each exercise.
“Top 5 Core Exercises for Athletes”
Five of my favorite core exercises utilized by our athletes in the Strength-Training Program.
“Favorite Strength Training Exercises for Skaters”
Some of my favorite exercises for figure skaters which are utilized in our Strength-Training Classes.
An article published in the Professional Skaters Association Magazine, which highlights basics for athletes starting in a Strength-Training Program with an emphasis towards core development.
“Dealing with Pain: Introduction”
Every skater deals with some pain throughout a competitive season as this article goes into detail as to how pain can come from falling on the ice, muscle imbalances and tightness and off-ice accidents. This article is an introduction to information about pain as we create a new series detailing ways for treating pain to the following areas: feet, knees, hips and low back.