How to do CROSSOVER TURNS on Inline Skates - ROLLERBLADE BASICS Ep 3

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To do a crossover turn you must dare to lose balance. As you lean over to one side, the opposite leg will cross over to prevent you from falling.

Here I'm overdoing it to prove my point, and I suggest you repeat it wearing shoes, not skates. This will make you comfortable with the basic move.

The first time you try it with skates, do it at a low speed on a flat surface. Bend your knees. It helps you keep your balance.

As you get better at it you can practice by going in circles. You can also alternate between left and right turns by following a path like the number eight.

It's possible to gain a lot of speed through a crossover turn. At every stride you shall stretch out your leg completely and then push some more with your toes. When you turn left, the push from the right leg is the strongest, and vice versa. And don't forget to bend your knees. The more you bend them the better.

As your technique improves, you will have a lot of fun with crossover turns. I like to alternate between left and right turns as an alternative to a normal sprint.

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