Archive for December, 2006

Get Your Back Into It

Thursday, December 21st, 2006

Nordic skiing is tough!  Much of the time we only talk about alpine skiing or snowboarding. If you haven’t tried it cross-country skiing deserves a look. This brings me to the “Get Your Back Into It” workout.  Nordic skiers require very strong and powerful back muscles to propel them through their course. They must also […]

Terrain Tune-Up: Five Exercises for Fitter Skiing

Thursday, December 21st, 2006

Terrain Tune Up5 Exercises for Fitter Skiing
Tackle the toughest turns and power through fresh powder by performing this 5 day-a-week, 15-minute routine.  Skiing demands a lot of your body.  It requires explosive power, fatigue enduring strength, balance, and enough aerobic capacity to make it through your day on and off the slopes. Complete the first […]

Think Outside the Box: Five Tips for Improving Ski Performance

Thursday, December 21st, 2006

Think Outside the BoxFive Tips for Improving Skiing Performance
Although running, biking, hiking and other aerobic activities are great for preparing our bodies for the slopes, I want you to think outside the box for a moment.  Below you will find 5 simple tips to help you get into your best skiing shape ever.  They might […]

Book Review: Book of Muscle

Saturday, December 16th, 2006

The Book of MuscleIan King and Lou Shuler
So you might be asking yourself, “why would the author of a skiing fitness book want to plug another guide on strength and conditioning?”  Although Fitskiing: Your Guide To Peak Skiing Fitness
is the most comprehensive text on getting in shape for the slopes, other media on similar subject […]