A system of figure-skating, the theory and practice as developed in England, by H.E. Vandervell and T.M. Witham |
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... leaning in- wards at the turnings becomes very remarkable , and gives occasion to the fine variety of attitudes displayed by the expert ; and if a skater in running finds his body incline to one side and is in danger of falling , he ...
... leaning in- wards at the turnings becomes very remarkable , and gives occasion to the fine variety of attitudes displayed by the expert ; and if a skater in running finds his body incline to one side and is in danger of falling , he ...
Page 51
... leaning over in the direction under consideration , without a leg ready , as in the inside edge , to support the employed foot in case of a mistake - appears foreign and unusual as contrasted with our ordinary habits and requirements ...
... leaning over in the direction under consideration , without a leg ready , as in the inside edge , to support the employed foot in case of a mistake - appears foreign and unusual as contrasted with our ordinary habits and requirements ...
Page 53
... catch either edge would be identical . overcome the corresponding weight of the unemployed leg , which is on the other side of the balance . We can hardly use either the expression " leaning off The Theory of Skating . 53.
... catch either edge would be identical . overcome the corresponding weight of the unemployed leg , which is on the other side of the balance . We can hardly use either the expression " leaning off The Theory of Skating . 53.
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Henry Eugene Vandervell. We can hardly use either the expression " leaning off the centre of gravity , " because no leaning over can be practical until centrifugal force comes into play , and then the ensuing balance upsets the ...
Henry Eugene Vandervell. We can hardly use either the expression " leaning off the centre of gravity , " because no leaning over can be practical until centrifugal force comes into play , and then the ensuing balance upsets the ...
Page 94
... , will also require practice ; and when these outside strokes are intended , the skater can refer to pages 132-136 for a further insight into their character . 8. In leaning over to catch an edge , the 94 General Practical Directions .
... , will also require practice ; and when these outside strokes are intended , the skater can refer to pages 132-136 for a further insight into their character . 8. In leaning over to catch an edge , the 94 General Practical Directions .
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