When anyone compliments my skiing, I want to hug them and cry. Sometimes I just give the hug and pause until the frog in my throat retreats. Nothing frees up — or focuses — every cell in my body like leaning into a nice, fast turn. Nothing pairs free-wheeling giddiness with the immediate necessity of reading and evaluating a backcountry snowpack.
Off-Season Training for Skiing
With temperatures warming up and the snow melting in the high country, you may find yourself a little bummed. Don’t let the lack of snow get you down! Now is a great time to focus on your dry land training to prepare for next season. I recommend focusing on two areas to improve your body’s ability to withstand the physical stresses of skiing.