While this winter brought us sweet powder and effortless turns, all good things must eventually come to an end. Spring brings the promise of softer snow and sunny days. Help your body stay in shape for skiing into June with these simple routines.
We asked athletes how they stay fit during the off-season (when they aren’t in South America).
We all get it—after a long day at the office, it's tough to find the motivation to work out. But, diligence always pays off. Here are the best tips and tricks to make the most out of your gym time, so that when winter rolls around, you'll be ready.
SKI Mag sends a blogger, Hillary Rosner, to do our dirty work: Get in ski shape. She joins a CrossFit gym, which is reputed to be the best—and most brutal—way to get strong fast. It's painful, but the good news is that now Rosner has a backup job...as a brick layer. Or jackhammerer. Or contestant on that reality TV show where they pull trucks of cement. This week she questions her commitment level.
No time to train? Seven ski-specific exercises you can sneak in throughout the day. By Kellee Katagi
When your work day or your workout threatens to get the best of you, here's the nutrition you'll need to stay focused and energized.
Deadlifts are the second most important lift to the squat. Deadlifting will keep your hamstrings and glutes rock-solid, which in turn will keep your lower back safe from injuries both big and small.
The most basic lift in the weight room and the foundation to Olympic lifting, squats strengthen three of the largest muscles in the body: the quads, hamstrings and glutes, and are an essential movement in Crossfit.
