TASK CARDS
 

One Two Foot Start:
    This allows the skier to press up with both feet which is important for a beginner skier.
* With both feet in the binding, hold the handle out towards the boat with a slight bend in your arms.
* Pull your front knee up to your chest and keep your back leg tucked in behind it.
* With your eyes focused just above the boat, arch your back away from the boat as it begins to pull you out of the water.
* Pressing with both feet, stand up by bringing your hips up to the handle.
* The key is to resist the boat by not allowing it to pull you forward.
 
 

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One Foot Start:
    The one foot start creates less force and pull than the two foot start, making it easier on the back. It is also easier to balance yourself in the water during the start.
* Hold the handle out towards the boat with a slight bend in your arms.
* Pull your ski leg knee up to your chest and point your free foot down and behind you.
* This leg will help keep you straight and counter your balance.
* Keep your eyes focused just above the boat.
* As the boat starts, arch your back away from the boat and slowly stand up by bringing your hips towards the handle.
* Continue to drag your feet behind as you stand up.
* After you are up, place your free foot into the rear toe strap.
 

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