Skating is a great way to relieve stress and pent- up energy. It involves work out of nearly every muscle group in the body as the gliding requires synchronized movements of the legs. This strengthens the leg and abdominal muscles and is highly beneficial for cardio- vascular health.  It can be therapeutic for the mind as well. The tricks employed in skate boarding calms the mind, pushes all the negative thoughts from the brain, boosts focus level and revitalizes the mind.

         Some may argue the effectiveness of how skateboarding may be therapeutic for one, but at the end of the day, one may find it to be quite gratifying. Thus, skate boarding is an overall health benefitting pastime. So get out there and start your skate therapy from the field!!