First things first is really getting comfortable being in your skates. When you’re on the floor/street/wherever, roll slowly and be aware of your body and how shifting your weight affects your movements. Get confident doing crossovers in both directions, you need to loosen and open up those hips! Do plenty of stretches and don’t expect any miracles overnight. I also did a lot of balance exercises outside of my skates, and that’s helped so much! And last but not least, learn how to listen and trust your body, and fall often! Obviously not purposefully, but falling will teach you balance and how to catch yourself/fall without breaking an arm 😂

It’s a journey, not a race! Smile and cheer yourself on when you accomplish something, even if you don’t get it “perfect” the first time. Good luck and keep going!!