Things I Wish They Had Told Me

Published on August 8th, 2011 | by Demanda Riot

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First Year Things I Wish I Had Known: Demanda Riot

• Skates are in men’s sizes.
• Panty hose are not tights which are not leggings which are not sporty compression pants.
• Fishnet track burn does look more interesting than just plain track burn, but FUCK IT ALL and wear thicker bottoms.
• Hematomas are serious. Go to your doctor.
• Find a good Sports Doctor and Physical Therapy Clinic.
• Always, always do your PT. It’s like extra training. And show your teammates.
• A personal trainer ≠ athletic trainer.
• Change socks before practice.
• Always take the stairs.
• Squat pee in public restrooms.
• Invest in a custom mouthguard.
• Get fitted for a boot. Even if you purchase used. Make sure it’s the right size.
• Always outskate your equipment. It doesn’t make you. You use it.
• Always skate like you mean it.
• Commit to yourself/ your team/ the process of learning.
• Watch roller derby.
• Pick up scrimmages are RAD.
• TAKE ALL FORMS OF FEEDBACK. Don’t take it personally.

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