[header] How to ollie [title] Stand on the board. [step] Get a good feel for its shape, the tightness of your trucks, and the size of your wheels. Ollies are always easier on a familiar setup. 
If your trucks are too loose and you can't keep in control while crouching, then tighten them until things are a bit smoother. [title] Adjust your feet with your front foot near the middle of the board and your back foot on the tail of the board.