Get Stronger...Ski Longer!
Being in good physical shape is the No. 1 thing you can do to get the most out of your ski season. You don't need to be an elite athlete, but you'd be surprised how much a little gym time can make a difference. Getting physically strong will in turn help you become a stronger skier. After all, don't you want to be able to ski as many runs as you can, every day, without getting exhausted too quickly?
Concentrate on these key areas:
Cardio Fitness - Spend three to five days a week, doing at least 45 minutes of cardio work. We suggest walking, jogging, biking, or cross-country skiing.
Legs and Knees - Simple squats, lunges and heel raises go a long way toward preventing major injuries. 2 - 3 sets of 10 -15 reps, three days per week.
Squats Lunges Side Lunges
  
Bridge Heel Raises Push-ups
Core Strength- Tweaking your back on the hill isn't fun. Use an exercise ball to work on abs, obliques, and spinal stabilizers. 2-3 sets of 10 - 15 reps, two days per week.
Swiss Ball Crunches Russian Twist on Ball
Exercise Ball Roll-Ins Swiss Ball Roll Outs
Most importantly, continue with the exercises throughout the ski season - continuing to build strength will allow you to ski longer during the season and for many seasons to come. Not only will your conditioning improve your skiing ability, but it also decreases the incidence of injury.
Sports Med Minute
For a customized ski-specific individualized program, stop by any of our seven clinics for a one-on-one "Get Moving" or "Stay Fit" session with one of our Fitness Professionals.
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