Congratulations if you've got yourself some new skates or if you are planning to get them soon!

Now, here's the critical bit.

No matter which skates you own– inline or quad roller –they need to go through a break-in period.

The break in period may involve some discomfort. It is normal and no one or no skates can avoid this breaking-in period.

So, here are a few important things to do to make the break-in period as smooth as possible. Please remember that if you still experience pain or discomfort, see a doctor right away.

Prevent novice mistakes

Two common mistakes rookie skaters make are –
• tensing your feet to control the skate
• doing up your skates too tight

To avoid making these mistakes, try to keep your feet and toes relaxed during skating to avoid clamping down in fear.

The second important thing is to lace your skates firm but not so tight that your feet go numb.For inline skates, avoid over tightening the ladder on your skates.

The sign that you are doing it right is you should be able to bend your knees comfortably.

Take your time

Most skaters need about 12 hours to break in a new pair, over the course of a month.

Start by skating for shorter time periods and gradually build up to longer adventures.

If you do want to go out for a longer skate immediately, it is likely you would get discomfort, rubbing and/or blisters.

This happens because –
• virgin feet and ankles are soft
• your arches and ankle are not yet strong enough
• skating uses muscles that you just don't use when walking and running
• different skates exert pressure on different parts of your feet where you may start developing calluses and tough skin

As you build up your skating, your muscles start strengthening and you become more comfortable with your new pair of skates.

Adjustments

To help yourself during the break in period –
• Find socks with the right thickness and one that comes up higher than the boot to prevent rubbing.Prevent blisters by getting a pair of neoprene skate socks.
• If you have heat-moldable skates, spot mold or bake them to the contours of your feet.
• If you have sensitive ankles, get ankle guards to soften the blow or give you a bit more padding.
• If you are skating on the insides or the outsides of your feet,get a correctional insole.
• Lace such that your skates don’t feel too tight.
• With quad roller skates,try tightening or loosening your trucks, changing the cushions to softer or harder ones and adjusting wheel tightness.
• If you already have foot issues,seek a podiatrist’s help.

If you can take care of the above tips, your skates will soon mold to your feet and you'll be soon skating like a pro.

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