Introduction. It is possible to optimize the state of physical development of young men with the help of systematic physical activity of an aerobic nature. One of their options is ice skating. Purpose of the study: trace the features of the physical development of students of youthful age who have begun to practice speed skating. Methodology and organization of the study. We observed 29 individuals without signs of health disorders of adolescence. A group of novice athletes (14 people) was created from them, who, in addition to academic physical education classes, began to visit the speed skating section. The control group (15 young men) had significant muscle loads during the week twice only at university physical education classes. In both groups, the status of the observables was assessed using functional tests. The digital results were processed with the calculation of the correlation coefficient and Student's t test (t). Research results. Speed skating training led to a positive dynamics of coordination properties and to an improvement in body stability during movement. Speed skating training also increased strength capabilities and increased the accuracy of motor actions. Conclusions. Speed skating training increases strength, coordination, speed and endurance in young men