Are you one of the millions of people who put “get in shape” on your list of New Year’s resolutions? Don’t drag yourself to the gym for an hour or two of pure, utter torture. Make fitness fun again! Roller-skating is excellent physical fitness, whether you’re a solo skater looking to slim up or a mom who wants to get the whole family more active.
Get in Shape: Roller-Skate!
Roller-skating is one of the healthiest exercises you can do. Not only is it fun (no searching for excuses!), it’s recognized as an effective cardiovascular workout. Skating improves heart function, improves strength and flexibility, and doesn’t wear at your joints. It causes 50% less stress to the joints than running, and it’s 400% less likely to cause injury than playing basketball. With just 1 hour of moderate skating, you can burn up to 600 calories! Skating works muscles in the legs, glutes, obliques, core, and arms. What are you waiting for? Time to get skating!
3 Tips for Skating Fitness
- Dress comfortably. You won’t get a good workout if you clothes are rubbing, catching, or uncomfortable. Choose stretchy pants and a loose-fitting shirt. If you forget socks, we have a full selection of fun skating socks in Skate World’s Funtastic Shop.
- Find a friend. It’s fun skating alone, but it’s twice and nice to skate with a buddy! Keep yourself in tip-top shape with a fitness friend. Getting the whole family more active this year? Don’t miss weekly skating sessions like $2 Tuesday and Saturday Family Skate.
- Unleash your inner kid! Getting bored skating in circles? The more you move, the more effective your workout. Get in the groove with skate squats, bob and weave around the floor, and up your arm workout with a few power walking moves. Just make sure not to run into anyone!
There’s no better place for family fitness than Skate World. Reach your goal for the New Year with weekly fun, special events, and more!
