Axels

=Axels= by Kellyn J

The axle jump is when you turn one and a half times around/540*. It is the most difficult single jump and was named after Axel Paulsen because he was the first one to land it and made it up. I am a lefty so the steps that I am going to give you to complete this jump will be the opposite if you are righty. Before you even start your take off you will need to gain some speed. Next you glide on your right foot and bring back your left leg straight your arms go with your leg back. Then you start bending your left leg and get into an "h" position. An "h" position is the leg that you bring back then forward to build power for your jump. Now you are ready to go on your right toe and push as hard as you can off it. Keep your arms and your elbows at your side. Once you are in the air you snap into a "d" position. A "d" position is when you bring your leg down to your ankle. You stay tight and flex your foot (point your toe). You are now ready to land the jump. Go into your right "h" again and wait until you land because if you start pulling your leg out before you land you will ruin your rotation. Also, keep in your arms. When you get to the ground you take your leg that is in your right "h" and pull it out behind you, Straighten out your arms. So let us review the steps to do a successful axle jump. First step is the entry. During the entry remember to spring off your toe pick. Second step is your rotation. During the rotation part remember to stay tight. Your third step is landing the successful axle. During the landing remember to stay tight in the air until the jump has been landed. Also remember to straighten your arms out when you land the jump. So now you should remember these steps. By following this advice you should be able to do a successful axle.