Skating is a popular way to exercise while having fun!

• Use these skates at the roller rink, or outside on paved trails, sidewalks, and boardwalks
• If you are a beginner, skating lessons at the rink or park are a popular way to learn
• Find a local rink and get rolling!

Tips:

• New skaters will often try skating first inside the house, starting on carpet to go slower, then try rolling on hard floors
• Check wheel and axle tightness and adjust as needed prior to use
• Make sure wheels are clean before using at the rink

Health Benefits of Skating

Skating is a life skill and healthy activity for all ages

• You can improve balance, agility, strength and endurance, and have fun while doing it
• It is a low impact exercise that can be done almost anywhere
• It's perfect for individuals or family and friends who want to stay healthy and active

Medical research shows that skating ranks third among physical fitness activities.

• Benefits include stamina, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, balance, weight control, muscle definition, digestion, and sleep
• Inline skating at a speed of 20MPH can burn 360 calories/hour
• To help prevent injury, always wear a helmet and protective gear (wrist guards, knee pads, and elbow pads)

Fit and Sizing

Ion inline skates fit true to children's whole US shoe sizes. Push the button and pull the toecap forward to adjust the skate to your child's foot size.

• The size Small adjusts from size 11J to 1.
• The size Medium adjusts from size 2 to 5.

Tips for sizing up

• Wider feet, growing feet, or half sizes may wish to go up a size
• Wear thicker socks
• Add a shoe insert/insole (sold separately)