Why is glide so important for figure skaters’ jumps? ⛸️ A jump doesn’t start with a push — it starts with gliding. If you can’t feel the ice, control your edge, and keep the flow — the jump will never feel light or stable. Edge pressure, body control, and footwork are what create real speed — not the push, but the glide. When a skater learns to accelerate without forcing, everything changes: jumps become higher, landings cleaner, movement smoother. Good glide isn’t just about looking pretty — it

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