Mastering the Double Axel - VSA Blog Challenges include maintaining the outside edge, achieving height, and avoiding under-rotation due to axis misalignment or insufficient rotation speed Here are five biomechanically informed tips to perfect the double Axel:
5 Axel Jump Tips For Figure Skaters - FLEXAFIT Fortunately, there are many ways that a figure skater can train the fundamental elements of the axel jump on and off the ice- here are our top five tips for the axel take-off
Double Axel Lesson – Developing the Jump (Michelle Leigh) In this video we get to see some drills that Michelle uses to help build a double axel and develop consistency To start the lesson, Michelle has the skater do a “half-axel with the head straight ”
3 Ways to Do an Axel in Figure Skating - wikiHow It is important to lift your knee high into the air when you move into an axel This ensures that you will get the required amount of height and inertia for the jump