More Dryland Skating Exercises

Mike Potenza

Because it was a popular thread in our Forum I wanted to share the exercises I use to mimic skating patterns during dry-land training sessions.  Please note that I use these exercises more in the off-season and with injured athletes during the season. 


Stationary Skater Posing

  • 3 direction touch
  • Cross behind and reach
  • Low Position Lateral Touch - Alternating
  • Dynamic Low Position Lateral Touches

Movement Based Skater Poses

  • Low walks FWD-BWD
  • Low walks LATERAL
  • Crossover Sled Pull