Summer is an expanse for lovers of outdoor sports. In winter, of course, there are no less ways to organize leisure, but, as a rule, they suggest the presence of snow, moderate frost, expensive special uniforms and equipment. In summer, everything is much simpler: put on comfortable clothes, rode a bike or played volleyball at a nearby playground. Rollerblading, the benefits of which are invaluable - affordable for most sports. Well, the fact that tracks specially designated for this sport began to appear only contributes to its popularity. And what exactly is the benefit of skating and what kind of skates are there? Let's try to figure it out.
Roller Skating - Health Benefits
Before talking about the benefits of this sport, you should understand that it can be quite multifaceted. Skating in a walking rhythm is the most common option. He is the most popular among amateurs.
Well, there are such variations as fitness and stunt riding that require a certain level of physical fitness. Skates in this case are also special, but more on that later.
Generally speaking, roller skating is a very good workout. The benefit for the figure is obvious: the higher the speed of movement on the skates, the more calories burn. And if you move on uneven, hilly terrain, then climbing uphill will help develop strength endurance. The muscles of the legs are most involved during the ride, but a lot goes to the back, abs and arms. Separately, it is worth noting that such important muscle stabilizers also work.
The more active the ride, the more payloads the body receives. And with them comes a pleasant sensation of physical fatigue, which guarantees a sound and healthy sleep.
With benefits for the body, everything is clear, but that's not all. Roller skates are a great way
to cheer you up. And how much more can be seen if you don’t go on foot, but go! Moreover, this is a great opportunity to find new friends and like-minded people.
Roller skating: the benefits are obvious, but how to choose equipment?
It's no secret that skates vary greatly in price, and it is not only the quality of their manufacture. If the rollers are needed in order to slowly ride a couple of times during the summer - one case, and regular skiing at an intense pace is another.
Skates can be divided into several classes:
- for beginners;
- fitness
- tricks;
- professional (hockey and speed).
However, it is worth noting that among different manufacturers this classification may vary slightly depending on the specifics of the products. So
RollerBlade videos are divided into three types: Training, Fitness and Urban. In the first two you can find skates for beginners and advanced athletes, as well as children's models. Urban collection is designed for active city driving and stunt riding. We can say that most of the range of this manufacturer is intended for experienced roller skaters, because RollerBlade is the flagship of the roller skating industry, known for its innovative solutions. This explains the rather high cost of products manufactured under this brand.
Another example is the Roces brand. Skates and rollers of this brand are no less famous and popular and focused mainly on amateurs. The cost of such models is low. But copies for advanced users will have to fork out.
In any case, even buying your first skates, you do not need to save too much. It is worth paying attention to their convenience, build quality and the material from which the bearings are made, the fastening method.