From Winter Olympics to the World Figure Skating Championships, our eyes are glued on our favorite athletes on ice. Want to feel strong, powerful, and graceful, like Alina Zagitova [1] and Adam Rippon [2]? Before we reach for the skates, let's try this three-move barre workout designed by Kaye Straub, National Director of Training & Development at The Barre Code [3].
Skater Side Lunge
"Skaters use a strong core and lower body for balance," said Straub.
- Side-lunge, starting on the left side, hands in prayer, with your chest open and your seat back.
- Push off the left leg, coming into a balance on the right side.
- Repeat 20 times; switch sides and repeat.
Frozen Front Leg Lift
- Stand with feet hips-width distance apart and a soft bend in the supporting knee.
- Lift your left quad off the kneecap and extend the leg forward as high as it can go without leaning backwards.
- Pulse for 10 seconds with a pointed toe, flex your foot with a tiny bend in your lifted knee, and do 10 small bend and presses.
- Repeat on the other side.
- Stand with feet hips-width distance apart.
- Cross your left leg behind your right, keeping your shoulders square.
- Bend both knees, coming into a curtsy lunge position.
- Lift your right arm overhead, with your left arm extended forwards and pulse for 60 seconds on each side.