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June 13, 2008 9:19 AM by Melanie M. Valerio | 100 Views, COMMENTS

Mode

Cardiorespiratory: Aerobic

Fitness Benefits

Cardiorespiratory

Flexibility

Muscular Strength

Muscular Endurance

Body Fat Recution

Fitness Requirements

Cardiorespiratory

Flexibility

Muscular Strength

Muscular Endurance

Coordination/Skill

Muscle groups used

Primary muscles: quadriceps, hamstrings, calves, hip adductors and hip abductors (gluteal muscles, tensor fasciae latae). Assistance muscles: erector spinae, abdominals and obliques

Energy expenditure

Approximately 0.054 Calories per minute per pound of body weight!!

Roller skating is a great activity which can be effective in improving cardiorespiratory fitness and muscular endurance. It requires relatively good balance and coordination. Roller skating can be done with either traditional roller skates which have two sets of side-by-side wheels on each skate, or the newer in-line skates which have wheels lined up one behind the other, or "in-line". It is necessary to learn the basics of skating including turning and stopping and to wear protective gear to avoid possible injury.

Roller Skating Warnings

Remember to consult a physician before engaging in this activity if you have had problems in the past with your knees, lower back, hips/pelvis, or ankles.

Roller Skating Risks

Muscle strains of groin or calf

Ankle, knee, shoulder, lower back, elbow or wrist sprains from falls or collisions

Bruises, cuts, or lacerations from falling

Roller Skating Equipment required

Skates: different wheels for different terrains, single wheel or double; serious skaters usually purchase boots and wheels separately; in-line skates, commonly referred to as rollerblades, are very popular today

Protective gear includes helmets, knee and elbow pads and gloves

Roller Skating Applicable substitutions

Ice skating

Nordic (cross country) skiing

Jogging/running

Roller Skating Reference sources, organizations and publications

International In-Line Skating Association (IISA)

U.S. Amateur Confederation of Roller Skating

Where to find a roller rink near you.

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Posted by Melanie Valerio

Melanie Valerio started competitive swimming at the tender age 5. Melanie would eventually become the fastest 100 freestyler out of high school back when heavy metal hair bands were topping the charts. Her accolades include 1996 Olympic Gold Medalist (swimming), first female swimmer to be sponsored by NIKE, first ever TIMEX Fitness Director, and her most coolest accomplishment: first Ironman athlete to be sponsored by a rock band-Cheap Trick. She enjoys balancing life as an athlete, full time professional and 38-year-old female. Melanie also designs numerous sweaters and scarves in her own personalized hard rock signature style and attempts to play the guitar. Both allow for a wonderful release of her creative mind.

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