Figure skating techniques

Figure skating techniques include precise movements like edges (the way skaters tilt their blades to turn smoothly), jumps (propelling off one or both feet to rotate in the air), spins (rotating quickly on a small surface area), and footwork (complex sequences of steps and turns). Skaters also focus on posture, balance, and control to execute graceful, synchronized routines. Mastery combines strength, flexibility, and artistry, allowing skaters to perform challenging maneuvers with fluidity and precision while expressing emotion through movement.