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95% OF PEOPLE QUIT SKATING IN 6 MONTHS HERE'S WHY

THIAGO CITY SKATER

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95% of adult skaters quit within the first six months. Not because they lack talent — because nobody told them the truth before they started.

In this video I break down the three real reasons adults quit inline skating, why falling is not your enemy, the brutal math behind the STOPPING METHODS, and the 10-minute micro-habit that will keep you skating when everything in your brain says stop. This is everything I wish someone had told me on day one.

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 — The 6-Month Rule: Why 95% Quit
01:35 — Skating vs Skydiving: Why Skating Wins Long-Term
02:19 — Adults Don't Fall (And Why That's the Problem)
02:54 — The Sitting Epidemic — The New Cancer
04:57 — The 10-Minute Habit That Changes Everything
08:46 — Why Falling Is Not Your Enemy
11:00 — Tiago's Two Immutable Rules of Skating
13:06 — Why the T-Stop Takes So Long
14:22 — Tiago's 100-Hour Rule
17:41 — The 80/20 Rule Applied to Skating
17:54 — Skating Is for You

inline skating for adults · beginner inline skating · how to learn the T-stop · rollerblading for beginners · inline skating tips · fear of falling on skates · how long to learn inline skating · urban inline skating · skating progress · adult beginner skating

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20 Comments

@MasonAveKid437 4 months ago

People don’t know what they’re missing. In-line skating is one of the most amazing things ever.

@gregoryemil1 4 months ago

I JUST STARTED ROLLER BLADE AT THE AGE OF 33 I HAVE 3 MONTH ON IT AND I REALISE THAT THE MORE I FALL THE BETTER I GET

@bunyipbunyip 4 months ago

I wish more people talked like you. It's OK to say that something is hard and that you should still do it anyway.

@shininginthesky3238 4 months ago (edited)

Thank you so much for saying that Tstop is not easy and not for beginners. I've watched a lot of videos and tutorials especially for stopping and everyone says it's a basic skill, so I thought there was something wrong with me when I failed again and again trying this "basic" skill. Nice to hear someone say it's actually hard and needs more time put into it. Will definitely keep trying it and now I won't think I'm just bad :)

@sora_9o637 1 month ago

I'm 22, and I just got my first pair of rollerblades. To be fair i’m so scared to get outside and practise in front of people. However, I already know that eventually i’ll have to get out AND DO IT. Your video and how you talked about it with no sugarcoating actually pushed me. Thanks!

@ckokomo808 1 hour ago

Just bought skates for the first time in 20 years - I skated as a kid. Love this video.

As a trail runner I aim to not fall but inevitably do. I find that learning to fall is an important skill to give you confidence when actually falling while learning.

@Heymynamesjames 3 months ago

Saving this video not only for skating but all things in life. Just a great way to address the topic, thank you

@september.movies 4 months ago

quit inline skating about 10 years ago bc i broke my wrist, came back last year and it's been amazing! one of the best sports ive tried. protectors really are the key though, help with the fear a looot

@thetiskotitsaramakis7985 4 months ago

You're so right! Someone had to admit to these things. The falling and the difficulty in learning how to stop!

@acaiberrylite02 2 months ago

You basically talked about life itself. This is gold. ✨

@GrapefruitCat2 4 months ago

Work is the biggest thing that makes me unmotivated to do any hobbies :/ bc it is always a countdown to working again

@beaglegod1 4 months ago (edited)

I saved this video. This was the video I needed, I’m 57 and have been skating for a month. I try to hit it 4 times a week and I know from time to time I’m going to need to revisit this video.
Right now it feels like feeling free and having fun just cruising around is a dream and no where near reality.

Thank you so much for taking the time to put this together.

@nyquist5190 4 months ago

I started at 35 and quit at 47. But now at 63 I just purchased new wheels and knee pads. I live very close to a small non-operating airport which is open to public. Sounds like a plan. 😅

@thispod 4 months ago

One of the reason is it's kinda hard on knees if they're not in good health to begin with. Once you start pushing your knees gets really sore in no time

@lemonjadeeee 3 months ago

You not only broke down how to take on skating, but also how to face any challenges we have in life. This was a beautiful video and pleasure to watch 👏👏

@auto_record_7 12 days ago

Brother, this is the best video I ever watched which could make me motivated and convinced to continue skating. You covered every single idea and topic in my mind.
I'm 32 and I just started a month ago with a passion from childhood and I'm training with kids at my kid's age. I'm noticing a wonderful feeling whenever I master any movement.
I will continue training, continue falling, enjoying and moving my body.

Thank you❤

@hazeltoffee 4 months ago

This video is very reassuring to me... Thank you so much!

@Sudden_changez 1 month ago

It's either people find a better hobby for them, or stick to skating... It's honestly much more fun the more u get into it...

@precibyss 9 days ago

I used to roller blade a lot as a pre-teen and teen. Then I became disabled with a joint disease when I was 17 and my health safety priorities shifted. Now I'm in my 30's, stretching and working out more, helping myself stay healthy and strong in these ways and I feel much better after doing so for over 6 months. Now I want to pick up skating again. I miss it terribly. I went to skating rinks and played the game Jet Set Radio Future when I was younger and both inspired me to skate and I would like to skate again. Maybe I should get a pair of skates again.

@nay666 1 month ago

I’m lucky bc I’ve already been rollerskating in the street for the past 6 years. But learning to inline is bringing me back to that feeling of learning all over again! I’m excited to add another to my “wheelhouse” if u will 🎉