How to Make Slide Board Booties

The slide board is a simple flat, slick surface. The board has one stopper board on each end and is used as an athletic training aid. It is especially common for training ice and roller skaters, but the lateral movements are valued by most athletes. Slide board booties are easy to make and are used to slide on the board. The standard retail booties are nylon or wool, with an elastic band. The booties are worn over the barefoot or over shoes, depending on the user's preference.

Things You'll Need

  • Wool socks
  • Rubber band
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Instructions

    • 1

      Purchase a pair of wool socks that your size for barefoot use, or buy a larger pair that fit over your shoes. Choose hiking style socks that rise to the mid-shin region on your leg.

    • 2

      Place the socks on your feet or over your training shoes. Roll a rubber band over the foot and up to the ankle on each side. Pick a thick rubber band for durability.

    • 3

      Hold your palms against the top edge of the sock. Push your palms down the leg to roll the sock down. Stop at the ankle and repeat on the opposite leg.

    • 4

      Remove the socks from your feet in the rolled position. Continue using the socks without unrolling the material. Unroll the socks for washing purposes and repeat the process.