Fitness Videos

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Overview

  • Preparing yourself physically for ski season will facilitate quicker learning, improve your race results and serve as one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of injury.

  • Videos demonstrating activities designed for skiers are included.

Exercise Videos for Skiers

  • Videos showing activities you can do at home to prepare you physically are shown below.

  • Be sure to watch the video of Mikaela Shiffrin working out.

  • Recognizing every individual’s physique and fitness objectives are unique, a personal trainer will create a customized workout plan that caters exclusively to your personal requirements and aspirations.

Strength and Mobility

A strong core is essential for skiing and racing. Simple yet effective core exercises are demonstrated by this video.

Video by e3 Ski Academy

Janur Hecht of Denmark shares his workout routine for skiers, designed to improve strength, mobility, and more.

Video by Inspirational Skiing

Balance and Coordination

Balancing on one leg is fundamental to skiing and racing. Tom Gellie demonstrates an effective routine that will help you build strength and improve your balance.

Video by Big Picture Skiing

Exercising on a Bosu ball is an excellent way to improve balance and prepare for ski season.

Video by Outdoor Adventure Training.

Flexibility

Good flexibility with a full range of motion is critical for skiing and racing and can be developed with stretching routines, yoga, or Pilates.

Video by CARV

Mikaela Shiffrin’s Workout

Before attempting Shifrin’s workout routine, be sure to work with a personal trainer to maximize the benefits and avoid injury.

Video by Fighting for Life

Strategies to Reduce the Risk of Knee Injury for Women

The “Q Angle” of the human body can contribute to knee injuries in women. To learn more about reducing this risk, watch the following video.

Video by WILDR Online Fitness Training

Key Takeaways

  1. Ski racing preparation involves physical fitness. Off-season physical training should focus on balance, agility, strength, and cardiovascular health. Personalized workout plans tailored to individual goals are crucial for effective training.

  2. Various activities, exercises, and routines can help improve core strength, balance, and overall fitness for skiing and racing. These include core exercises, balance routines, Bosu ball workouts, strength and mobility exercises, and yoga for flexibility.

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Important Message: Skiing and ski racing involve inherent risks. It’s essential to ski responsibly and stay within your skill level and personal comfort limits.