Winter Sports

Turning with speed, while changing directions is an advanced ice skating technique. Learn to speed through the turns on ice skates from a professional ice skating instructor in this free sports video.

To gain speed on the ice you have to know how to push off with your skates. Learn some tips for pushing off from our ice skating expert in this free video clip.

Clap skates have been a mainstay of experienced speed skaters for the past 20 years. These skates differ from traditional fixed blade skates because they utilize a mechanical device that separates...

The importance of aerodynamics and velocity in speed skating require attention to detail by skaters. International regulations require every skater to wear the same type of speed skating suit to...

Team pursuit skating is a type of speed skating that has recently been introduced into international competition. This style of skating is the only category of speed skating where competitors...

The rapid nature of speed skating requires an attentive eye and a knowledge of the sport's rules. Speed skaters need to use colored arm bands during each race to help judges keep an eye on each...

The creation of a speed skating rink for international and Olympic competition can be a difficult process. Your commitment to speed skating requires a knowledge of cooling technology, rink...

Speed skating events longer than the 500 meter require lane changes by both competitors. The outside speed skater changes lanes with the skater on the inside to equalize the distance covered by...

The start of a speed skating race is critical for any successful skater. The initial burst that you receive from a sound start allows you to capitalize on your raising adrenaline and gain a step...

Speed skaters are similar to other Olympic athletes in terms of the strict guidelines that dictate their actions. National, international and Olympic organizers establish speed skating rules to...

The points system in speed skating vexes first time skaters and fans alike during races. International and Olympic rules vary depending on the length of the race as well as the type of speed...