Luge

This week students in the Erma Stephenson learning commons were given a challenge after watching this "Inside the Action" video from The New York Times about luge.   Show how luge athletes position themselves on a sled.

 Chloe and Kaya are showing the correct foot position--pointed so the air flows over the body.

 Kayla is checking Eddie's head position.  It looks great--just high enough so he can see the track but not too high to cause a lot of wind resistance.  His legs are lifted so they wouldn't be dragging on the ground.  What team work!

Try it at home!  You will be surprised at how much core strength is needed to lift your legs and head!