How to do a Tue loop

1Begin by skating on a right back outside edge, with the skating knee deeply bent. Clockwise jumpers should start on a left back outside edge, and should reverse or mirror the rest of these directions.

2Extend your arms into "launch position." The left arm should be straight in front of you; the right arm should be extended at the "5 o'clock" position. Both palms should face downward.

3Reach back with your left leg; extend it and point the toe down. Plant the toe pick firmly in the ice, preferably just to the right of the arc of travel of your other blade. Be sure to reach back; you don't want to trip yourself.

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Launch the jump:

• Do not try to make yourself rotate, as it tends to cause an error known as a "toe waltz." The rotation will come naturally. Do imagine using your left leg like a pole vault.Rotate a full 360-degree revolution in the air. This is not as difficult as it seems, once you've properly launched the jump!
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• Land on the right foot, on a back outside edge. As you land, extend your arms fully to the sides in normal skating position. Your right knee should be bent and your left leg extended strongly. Arch your back, keep good skating posture, and try to remain on the back outside edge. Smile broadly -- it contributes to your confidence level!