How to prepare for Ski season
Originally Written on Jan 7 2016
One of my all time favorite sports is skiing. I've literally been in skis since I was 3, maybe even earlier. It's one of the things I'm most grateful for-- being taught to ski early and it being a part of our family traditions.
As a Physical Therapist, it breaks my heart that some of my clients have been told to stop skiing (something they LOVE) because it is "bad" for your knees or their "too old" or its not a safe sport. Yes, inherently, there are risks. But with most sports there is a risk. The ONE difference i see. Most people don't prep for ski season like they would prep for any other sport. Most people don't put the practice in to be strong on the slopes and go excel.
But, I'm not most people, are you?
I plan on being that badass 80 year old yogi still skiing my heart out. I plan on doing so by fully preparing my mind, body and soul.
In order to do that, I train.I put in the work pre season so I can have a great season! I won’t lie— I love working out my lower body. I love working out in general. It makes me feel strong, powerful and capable— all things that are important to me. I recognize that not everyone feels the same way— I recognize that it is hard to know what to do and when to do it. That’s why I wanted to share five of my favorite exercises to prep for ski season!
My 5 Favorite Exercises to Prep for Ski Season!
Lunge Pulse Jumps: Place right foot in front of the other in a lunge position. You should be up on the toes of the back foot. Bend both knees until they are at an approximately at 90 degrees. Perform 2 mini pulses and then a hop.Pulse pulse hop. Repeat 10-15 times
Lateral hops: Otherwise known as skater hops. Start on one leg with your knee bent and opposite leg lifted. Jump and transfer your weight to the other leg. Stick the landing and explode back onto the first leg.
Planks with Knee taps: Start in a forearm plank and hold strong. Slowly bend your knees and tap them to the floor. Straighten the legs by pressing through the heels and squeezing the fronts of your thighs.
TEMPO Step ups: Grab a high elevated surface— high enough that it is a challenge to step up onto but you can accomplish the movement. Start standing on one foot. Slowly lower the opposite leg down to the floor until the toes tap down. Lower to a count of at least 3. Power through the leg on top of the box and rise back up to stand. REPEAT.
Box Jumps: Set up a box or a step. Start in a squat, explode up and out and jump ONTO the box. LAND in a squat— light on the feet. Rise to stand. Step off the box and repeeat
If you want to see a video of some of these exercises, check out THIS instagram post. These are great exercises to start to introduce into your workout routine as you prepare for ski season! Not sure how to incorporate them into your routine? Good news— I have a WHOLE program to get you ready for for ski season. Strength, mobility, cardio, breathwork AND yoga.
Enrollment for C2S: Ski Prep 101 is ALWAYS open. You can join in really whenever you’d like. If you would like to join the next LIVE round for Ski Prep 101, it will begin on November 7th. Enrollment opens October 31st. Get on my newsletter below to be hte first to know
Ski Prep 101 Details
In this course, you will:
❄️ Learn the 4 different angles you should approach ski training.
❄️ Target muscles specific to skiing - this isn’t your everyday workout!
❄️ Improve mobility & flexibility, to prevent injury and discomfort while skiing.
❄️ Improve mind-body connection, so that you are tuned into yourself and are prepared to appreciate mama nature.
❄️ Have a weekly plan to prepare fully for your next ski trip, including a mix of live mobility sessions and Q & A with Kerry
❄️ Have the guidance & community you need to keep yourself on track!
❄️ Be ready to hit the slopes feeling strong, capable, and powerful!
For only $200, you get:
3 strength training sessions
1 yoga class
1 roll out/mobility video
1 Breathwork video
Cardio Recommendations
1 recovery class
LIVE Q & A session
community &&& accountability