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I’ve thought a fair amount on how linear momentum is built when skating on one foot. But angular momentum is important too, and there are three axes to consider. Here are some initial thoughts. Vertical Axis At its core, figure skating takes place in a rotating reference frame in which the rate of rotation around … Read more

Hi, my name is Elizabeth! This blog is all about this dancer’s journey through the world of figures, and how we train our bodies for it. I will be looking at the technique from the points of view of physics, biomechanics and past understanding of ballet technique. I will be finding relationships where they exist, … Read more