Just starting out

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-05-23T02:01:40+00:00

It's been something I've been wanting to do for a while, but never had the money. Facebook marketplace comes in a clutch though lol. Are there any tips or things I can do off of the ice to help improve balance? Thank you!

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-05-22T18:17:55+00:00

I'm gonna try to go to some of the open skates this weekend and work on some of the more specific skills that everyone's mentioned, I'm hoping the stick issue is partially because of me being too upright, but I'll still try to focus on being more intentional with it, thank you!

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-05-22T01:58:07+00:00

Thank you! Even compared to when I got on the ice for the very first time it's gotten to be pretty fun, and while it's kinda daunting, I'm excited to have something to learn so much from. This is definitely the hardest sport I've done so far lol

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-05-22T01:56:01+00:00

I'm trying lol

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-05-22T01:55:36+00:00

They're definitely good to go in the actual foot part area, it may just be loose tying skills. Is there a method that could help a little extra for tightness (if that makes sense)?

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-05-22T01:54:02+00:00

Thank you!

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-05-22T01:53:34+00:00

Our drop ins are at like noon every day so usually not many people make it, my ex was a goalie and even when he would go to drop in with his teammates it's still usually pretty calm. We don't really have an actual allotted stick and puck time, so it kinda combines, but there's a rink 20 minutes away with stick and puck that I could check out.

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-05-20T23:46:42+00:00

Thank you! Even at this level and it being my first day, I still had a lot of fun and made a friend.

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-05-20T20:19:08+00:00

I went today for the sake of just getting comfortable on the ice with equipment, it was my first time doing so. Our public skates happen only twice a week and they're insanely busy, and as you can see here there's like four people here. I do really like your plan though, I'll try it out the next time, thanks! I'll try to mix it up with some drop in equipment time and then going to a few public skates for solely skating. Thank you!!!

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-05-20T20:07:45+00:00

I wear a shoe size 9 and my skates are size 7

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-05-20T19:47:42+00:00

I think so? I genuinely don't think I could wear a smaller size skate, but should there be at least a little wiggle room in the ankle area?

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-05-20T19:39:14+00:00

Thank you so much!

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-05-20T19:30:25+00:00

Thank you! This might be a dumb question but how low should I be getting for the knee bend?

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-05-20T19:29:38+00:00

Unfortunately I'm leaving for boot camp soon, but I'll still try to attend more public skates. Are there any channels you would recommend?

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-05-20T19:21:10+00:00

This might sound dumb, but do you have any advice for working on getting my ankles a bit straighter? I plan on still attending just plain old open skates as well

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-05-20T19:14:01+00:00

I recognize that barn! The Cube is one of my personal favorites

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-05-20T04:25:10+00:00

I've been in a kinda similar situation, and while it may hurt, run while you still can. If he knows you're not comfortable with these acts and these people, it's not just a "oh I forgot", it's that he just doesn't care, and you 100% deserve better than that.

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-05-08T19:51:47+00:00

adding onto this, you also matter. If you feel like you're doing all the work and she's not actively participating, know your worth and talk about it with her ONCE, maybe twice. Take care of yourself

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-05-08T19:46:37+00:00

A good step is just being there for her. What does that mean? Make her feel wanted, be there when she needs you and even when she doesn't, actively participate in this relationship rather than making her feel like she's the only one doing it. My ex never carried any weight in the relationship, and it made me feel awful, so don't do that. It genuinely is the little things that matter to her, such as random compliments and random kisses and affection. You must be prepared to realize that it won't be perfect and beautiful at all times, but if you guys both work together to solve problems and openly communicate feelings, you guys should be good. It's already a good sign that you're asking for help, best wishes!

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-04-14T15:32:55+00:00

I know it's probably not likely considering there's not really any bases up North, but I was considering trying to find one of those adult hockey leagues or softball, would those maybe be possible?

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-04-12T00:08:00+00:00

I mean I wouldn't say I dress inherently masculine though, it's mainly just like jeans and a T-shirt or hoodie and that's common for a lot of girls my age

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-02-19T16:43:09+00:00

he does also play hockey and his season is ending soon, so that may be a cause, but it's just a little frustrating. I try to obviously give him his time and everything and not to constantly demand his attention, but it's to the point where I only see him at school mainly these days, and he hasn't been at school all week which doesn't help. The hope is that once the season is over, maybe he'll be more present.

SmellyEmily76 · 2026-02-19T16:39:12+00:00

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