To achieve the correct timing of the knee, hip, and ankle bend in the three turn, the skater uses control and strength of the quads, hamstrings, and gluts. Indirectly, the hip stabilizers contract to maintain a level pelvis and hips. The bend of the knee is controlled eccentrically (a slowing down motion) by the quads in the front of the thigh. The gluts work eccentrically to prevent too much hip flexion. After the three turn, the gluts on the freeleg side contract...... Purchase to read more and learn how to improve your toe loop quality.
