How to Rollerblade Backwards

Rollerblading is a great recreational activity that is also an effective form of exercise. When you begin rollerblading, you might be a little wobbly, but with practice you can be sailing down the boardwalk with ease. Plan on falling down several times while figuring out the technique to skating forwards. Once you have mastered that, you can move on to skating backwards on rollerblades.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Put on the rollerblades. Use safety gear that includes elbow and knee pads and a helmet. Skate forward for a while to gain your bearings and balance.

2. Bend your knees and waist. Keep your knees apart and balanced while moving forward. Use your toes to stop while moving forward.

3. Practice rolling backwards by pulling your feet together and then pushing them open again. Place your weight on your toes, while pulling your feet wide and close. This creates a wave effect that causes you to glide backwards.

4. Push one foot away from your body at a time once you have mastered the "wave". Alternate feet and try to push away faster and faster.

5. Cross one foot behind the other as you push yourself backwards. The farther over you cross your foot the better for changing directions and turning.

Tips & Warnings

• Practice these moves as often as possible before you move onto anything more difficult.
• Roll on your side if you fall.
• Don't skate on rocky or unstable ground. Find a sidewalk or road that is free of any debris and watch where you are skating to avoid tripping over pebbles.

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