Regular incline skating has many of the same benefits as cycling or jogging in terms of health-accelerated benefits. Weight management, cardiovascular endurance, muscle strength, flexibility, stability and mental health are just a few of the areas...
Inline skating, also called Rollerblading, is a fun activity that can significantly improve your health. It is an exercise with fitness benefits comparable to running or cycling. Some inline skaters augment their workout by incorporating ski poles...
Pain or cramping in the toe, heel, arch, sole, instep or ankle can occur during or after inline skating. According to the International Inline Skating Association, a 1996 study conducted by the Consumer Products Safety Commission indicates that 1...
Inline skating gives you a workout and doubles as a form of transportation. Similar to bicyclists, inline skaters need an awareness of the rules of the road when traveling on sidewalks or roadways. Following the basic rules keeps you safe by...
Some 17 million people in the United States do inline skating, according to Dr. C. David Geier Jr., a Charleston, S.C., orthopedic surgeon. Although this can be an enjoyable form of exercise, inline skaters sometimes suffer injuries. The U.S....
Your foray into inline skating gear requires a choice of your primary activity. Many consumers select inexpensive inline skates for recreational purposes. Your goal in inline skating may be competitive in nature. It is unlikely that you will...
According to a 2009 report from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, more than 17 million Americans inline skate—and in 2007, more than 61,000 people were treated for inline skating-related injuries. Many injuries can be...
Inline skating requires many qualities from endurance to coordination, but perhaps most of all balance. Inline skating has a horizontal, rather than vertical, center of gravity that helps propel you forward. This is why skaters crouch down and...
Cycling and inline skating are both popular cardiovascular exercises that are typically done outdoors. In terms of heart rate, breathing rate and calories burned, cycling and inline skating are fairly similar and both compare well to jogging....
Whether you take up ice skating or inline skating may largely be a question of climate: Activities well-suited to the warm weather of South Beach aren't likely to be as appropriate in chillier Sheboygan. If you want to do both, or you just like to...
The main challenge in choosing inline skates for kids is dealing with major growth spurts. Inline skates offer greater flexibility and customization options than boots for ice and traditional roller skating. Your child needs to have inline skates...
Aggressive skaters use specialized inline skates to perform tricks on curbs, rails and half-pipes. Aggressive skating emerged in the 1980s and gained popularity over the next two decades. This type of skating belongs to the family of sports known...
After you get comfortable with your inline skates, you might want to take a more aggressive approach to the sport. Since high-speed falls on hard surfaces often lead to serious injuries, always wear safety gear, such as a helmet, knee pads, wrist...
Inline skating remains a great way to get exercise without having to put stress on your knees and joints. Aggressive inline riders take a different approach by executing freestyle tricks on ramps and rails. Aggressive inline models feature a...
Inline skating can be described as a cross between roller skating and ice skating. It typically requires more balance and coordination than four-wheel roller skates of the past, because inline skate wheels are in a narrow row, with 3 to 4 wheels...
Inline skates are roller skates with two to five wheels arranged one behind another in a straight line. Though the first inline skates were invented in the 18th century, modern inline skates are the end product of a series of inventions. In...
Inline skates feature three or more wheels arranged in a single line along the base of each skate. The skates provide an excellent cardiovascular workout for people of all ages and skill levels, and also provide a fun recreational or social...
Some people insist on calling all inline skating Rollerblading, which denotes only one brand of inline skates. To be fair, the Rollerblade company took inline skating to the mainstream and help transform it into a booming billion-dollar business...
Testing a new pair of inline skates consists of performing the basic turning maneuvers and stopping techniques. Properly testing your inline skates will allow you to find any defects and ensure your skates do not malfunction during the riding...
According to the Inline Skating Resource Center, inline skating is as beneficial as running or cycling, but causes 50 percent less stress on the joints than running. The right gear for your fitness goals and skill level -- whether fitness skates...
The roller skate was invented in 1735, and early versions of inline skates soon followed. These were long on speed, but short on braking power. Those first inline skates also produced the very first skating related injury, according to the...
Inline skates are used for exercise and recreation. Inline skaters can be found on busy city streets, in Olympic stadiums and on scenic paths in the park. The Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association estimates that more than 17 million Americans...
Inline skates provide healthy aerobic exercise and an enjoyable way to see your surroundings. Although it can take some practice to learn to use inline skates, you will probably find that they feel more natural than roller skates. You can use...
Inline skating is a popular activity used for exercise and transportation. For some skaters, inline skating provides the opportunity to perform several tricks. Among the tricks skaters perform on inline skates is the grind. A grind is performed by...
Inline skates games are designed to improve your coordination on skates as well as your ability to turn and jump while skating. Although many inline skate games are inline versions of other games, such as hockey, other inline skate games are...
Inline skating has gone up and down in popularity since Rollerblade pioneered the product, inspiring others to pioneer the sport, in the 1980s. Now, decades after they were first introduced, inline skates are here to stay as a recreational,...
Inline skating down a hill is a recipe for fun or disaster, depending on your skill level. You must be comfortable with basic inline skating techniques such as heel braking, T-stopping and slaloming to make it safely down a hill. And you must...
The most challenging, and often most intimidating, aspect of inline skating for novices is stopping. It's fairly easy to move in a forward direction; the trick always seems to be stopping when you want to—and where you want to. Nearly every...
Inline skates provide moderate to vigorous aerobic exercise. Because inline skating targets different muscles than running, this sport can serve as a good cross-training exercise for runners. Inline skating also provides a lower-impact workout...
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