Track Your Progress chat schedule . Fitness Discussion Group . Apple Or Pear . Calf Raises . The ankle support offered by the molded plastic boot and the durability of the polyurethane wheels help make rollerblading an ideal activity for kids.
Advantages Rollerblading is a fun way for kids to get fit.
Done regularly at a moderate to high rate of intensity, rollerblading provides a cardiovascular workout, exercises the large muscle groups of the lower body, and burns fat. These health benefits are especially significant now that childhood obesity has become a top public health concern. As a low-impact exercise, rollerblading is less likely than running to injure joints. At the same time, having strong adductor and abductor muscles protects the vulnerable knee joint. Learning to skate also can improve a child's balance and self-confidence.