Performance

Learn how to save your energy for the fun stuff with these pro tips from PSIA instructor Ann Schorling.

Mastering the carve ski turn not only presents a challenge but also offers significant benefits, including improved balance, speed, and overall enjoyment on the slopes.

This year's wildcard athlete is ready to prove she has new tricks up her sleeve.

Start incorporating medicine balls into core workout moves that target bracing and rotational strength, which are essential for skiers.

Whether you want to learn a new sport—like skate skiing or ice climbing—or improve your skills, there’s a lesson out there for you

Shiffrin made her return to World Cup racing after a positive Covid test, but fears the slalom globe is now out of reach.

Fire up those ski muscles with these resistance band exercises designed by former U.S. Ski Team trainer Chris Miller.

Whether you’re a lifelong skier or a newcomer looking to dip your toes into the snow, these ski instruction tips will help you level up.

Backcountry skiing with kids is still about escaping crowds and enjoying nature. It's also about making it fun so they want to return.

Most skiers decide on their route first, then check the avy conditions. Here's why that's backwards.

It's onward and upward for the two Americans leading the way for Team USA in the women's speed events.

After equipment issues and disappointing World Cup finishes, Bryce Bennett has finally found the podium—and claimed the top spot.

The new series from Outside follows the World Cup and Olympic champion as she comes back from personal tragedy.

Low back pain during or after skiing is common. So is the cause of that pain.

The very same fundamental skills and movements that are critical to sliding on snow apply when you ski the terrain park.

Val d'Isere hosted a showdown for the best technical racers in the world. Here's everything you need to know.

The American is finding her groove again on the World Cup speed circuit, landing two back-to-back podiums in St. Moritz.

Downhiller Breezy Johnson nabbed back-to-back second place finishes in Lake Louise while Travis Ganong stormed to third in front of a home crowd in Beaver Creek.

Here are some of the tools ski guide Lani Bruntz uses to navigate the backcountry, whether it’s her first time to a mountain range or a hidden corner of her backyard.

The Shiffrin vs. Petra Vlhova slalom saga continues with the Slovakian besting Shiffrin in the opening World Cup slalom races in Finland.

Work all the strength and stability muscles you need to ski hard and prevent injuries using this versatile piece of equipment.

The Freeride World Tour is on for 2022, and this year’s competitions are shaping up to be bangerang.

The U.S. Ski Team is off to the races with five athletes scoring points in the opening World Cup giant slalom in Sölden.

With little more than 100 days to go until the 2022 Winter Games in Beijing, this World Cup season will be one to watch.

The heart of mogul skiing isn’t about linking perfect turns, it’s about style and showmanship.

Landing your air in moguls is the sign of an advanced mogul skier.

Here's why wearing your new ski boots around the house won't actually help break them in.

The main reason: It won't make your edge any sharper.

Here's how to tell if you need a boot upgrade for next season.

Lesson: To become a stronger skier, start training like a multisport athlete.

New to the world of ski bootfitting? Here's what you should look for when you begin your journey towards the perfect fit.

Everyone wants legs of steel as soon as the chairlifts begin turning. But in order to get there, it’s time to start putting in the work now.

If slalom skier Paula Moltzan can't be on snow, you'll find her in "Paula's Shed Gym."

Blood flow restriction therapy is as terrible as it sounds, but there's a method to this madness.

As one dad found out, that means ditching your agenda in favor of your kiddo's.

Yard sales happen. Here's how to dust yourself off and try again.

When you spend long days out in the mountains, the question is not if you will bonk, but when.

If there's one thing pro skier Hadley Hammer has learned after wrecking herself, it's that injuries suck. But you will get over them and ski another day.

The most knowledgeable experts in the training world have a few ideas for breaking out of your static routine with these workouts for skiers.

What sets elite athletes apart is their ability to focus on the right thing, at the right time, every time.

From how to dress for success to how to get those skis on edge, the pros share their favorite tips.

Strength alone won't make you a better skier. You also need to develop agility and control if you want to be a dynamic skier.

We asked athletes how they stay fit during the off-season (when they aren’t skiing in South America).

There's a lot of overlap between the two sports, and taking to the singletrack can teach you valuable transferrable skills.

Hit the trail, pavement, or surf to boost your ski game during the off-season.

Before you rent that demo bike and head up the ski lift for your first downhill ride, start here.

Are spring allergies driving you crazy? We've got a list of foods that can help soothe symptoms and leave you breathing easier.

Heated socks are great for skiers who aren't picky about their ski socks, but ski boot heaters are the best option for most skiers.

Putting your very young children on skis doesn't have to be stressful. SKI's travel expert runs through what questions to ask before you choose a ski school on your next family ski vacation.

Have the homeopathic remedy arnica on hand for injuries, trauma, and exhaustion

If you want to tackle steep, technical terrain, improve your skiing tactics.

Three-piece boots could be a great fit for some, but they're not for everyone.

Target sore and tight spots unique to skiers in this muscle recovery tutorial for skiers with former U.S. Ski Teamer Ashley Battersby.