Once the knees bend and pressure is applied to the front of the skate, and if the blades are on the correct inside edges, the skater will find himself gliding backward a bit. The weight on the skater's feet should move from the front of the skate to the middle of the blade.
A Lesson on Backward Swizzles
By Jo Ann Schneider Farris, About.com Guide
Step Two - Glide Backward on Two Feet
Step Two - Glide Backward on Two Feet
Photo by JO ANN Schneider Farris
Bend the knees. Push the knees over the toes. The blades should be on inside edges.
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- Step One - Stand With the Toes Pointed In
- Step Two - Glide Backward on Two Feet
- Step Three - Push the Heels Together
- Step Four - Bring the Feet Back Together and Repeat
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