Christina Chitwood and Mark Hanretty performing at the 2010 World Championships in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Robin Ritoss)
Today, I’m focusing on the many advantages you can gain by competing and performing in skating. My own competitive skating career helped me develop many good traits, such as increased self-confidence and discipline.
Here’s an article from Raising Figure Skaters about increased self-confidence and my sister, Chrissy: Self-Confidence Makes Everything Better.
And here’s an article from Raising Figure Skaters about increased self-motivation, Chea, and me: Success after Competitive Skating Isn’t Just Luck.
I’ve also focused on getting the most out of a skating competition. If you haven’t read my previous articles on being prepared for and getting the most out of a competition, be sure to read them before your first – or next – competition.
How to Get the Most out of a Skating Competition
More on getting the most out of a skating competition from Raising Figure Skaters:
All They Really Need to Know about Competition They Learned in Kindergarten
Important information for parents to remember before their skater competes:
Don’t Forget These Two Words before a Competition Performance
Don’t Forget the Three Most Important Words before a Competition Performance
Please feel free to comment on any of the articles. We appreciate comments and questions, and you will get a response! Have a great competition season!
