JoySki
Certified Ski Diva
I started figure skating when I was around 9 yrs old (I'm now 18) - I did do some competitions for a short period of time, but I had to cut back on skating during my final 2 yrs of high school. Now that's all done, skating's gradually becoming regular for me once again, though it's just for fun - the figure skating scene is very limited here in Australia, so I gave up any hope of pursuing that path seriously.
I personally think ice skating is a FANTASTIC sport for skiers. I only took up skiing in 2004, but with my ice skating background, I found it quite easy to pick up skiing. The mechanics of edge control were already natural to my legs, thanks to the huge emphasis on edgework in ice skating. Skating also gives me balance, awareness of posture, strength, and a whole host of other great things - all of which help out my skiing. There's a nice overlap between the two!
Anyone else out there?
I personally think ice skating is a FANTASTIC sport for skiers. I only took up skiing in 2004, but with my ice skating background, I found it quite easy to pick up skiing. The mechanics of edge control were already natural to my legs, thanks to the huge emphasis on edgework in ice skating. Skating also gives me balance, awareness of posture, strength, and a whole host of other great things - all of which help out my skiing. There's a nice overlap between the two!
Anyone else out there?