Pushing mongo is the practice (or malpractice) of pushing with one's front foot, that means pushing with your left foot if you are regular or your right foot if you are goofy.

Is it bad to push mongo?

There are many issues that pushing mongo cause for skateboarders. ... Skateboarding is difficult enough, but pushing mongo makes it harder in several ways. It's dangerous. Pushing with the proper (back) foot weights the board in the front, making it easier to steer and giving you a solid base while you push.

Do any pro skaters push mongo?

Legends like Eric Koston and Gino Ianucci are perfect examples of skaters who push mongo when skating switch, and it has become an integral part of their super steezy skate style. - If you're already guilty of pushing mongo, no worries, some of your favorite pro skaters began skating that way!