How to Stand on a Skateboard
So you got your gear and borrowed your neighbor’s skateboard. Your next challenge is to learn how to stand on a skateboard properly! This may sound easy, but many people make the mistake of incorrectly standing on their skateboards. This will cause some problems in the long run, so these essential tips are a must.
Before trying anything crazy or complicated, you must get comfortable with your board. Whether you borrowed your skateboard or bought a fully built one, you will find some things that are uncomfotable. Getting adapted to your skateboard is the key, so try a variation of things such as jumping on your skateboard, balancing on the front or back wheels, or placing your feet at different positions.
Learn to get comfortable with standing on your skateboard, and adapt to its feel and board size. Play around with it and see if your skateboard may just be your next best friend.