Angulation and the Kinetic Chain

In all cases, the primary and first source for edging (creating an edge angle) is always the feet. Movement in the feet--either from side to side or edge to edge--creates a kinetic chain reaction up the body. The kinetic chain starting in the feet goes from the feet to the ankles, ankles to the knees, knees to hips, and hips to core. Try this in front of a mirror and watch it happen. From a tall, relaxed stance with feet about hip-width apart, slowly put both feet on edge like you would if you were skiing. Notice how your head naturally remains vertically in line above your feet but your hips are out to the side. Your body is angulated and it happened without thought. Wow, the Kinetic Chain--something that happens naturally in skiing--a wonderful thing!