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Katarina Pejicic

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Top Four basic Figure Skating Spins
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Katarina Pejicic

Figure skating might seem like a sport that is not that popular, but it actually is! It’s mostly popular in countries that have a strong winter sport tradition. It is actually one of the most popular winter sports. Now, let's talk about the top four basic figure skating spins. The top four basic spins are scratch spins, camel spins, sit spins, and upright spins (Fandom). Spins are not such a difficult element of figure skating (Ryabinincamps.com). All you need to do is practice because practice makes perfect! It is better to have figure skating boots with a lot of ankle support because it is safer, your ankles won’t hurt as much, and you won’t fall out of your spins. If you are in a figure skating show and you need to spin, what if you fall in front of a whole audience! When you are watching a figure skater spin do you notice when they put their arms in the spin faster. Why? It is because your moment of inertia decreases. This means that your angular velocity is going to increase (Exploratorium). Now I will tell you some fun facts about figure skating! It is the oldest winter game! Skates used to be made out of animal bones?! If you wear the wrong costume it could cost you points! The blades are serrated in the front (Mental floss)! Figure skating is a very beautiful sport and it is a great way to improve your mental health.