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Preseason training

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ParkisFun
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Hi NS im looking for some exercises that i can do to get in shape for park skiing this year. If you have any exercises that ud like to share, and what they help with id appreciate it. plus k+

Thanks,

Oct 3 2011 7:51PM
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Blurst
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squats
Oct 3 2011 7:56PM
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Whaley
Posts: 712 - Karma: 24
i would say flexablity, because it would be easier to do grabs and stuff
Oct 3 2011 7:58PM
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ParkisFun
Posts: 135 - Karma: 15
dude im not even kidding when i say this, i see u in every forum lmao
Oct 3 2011 8:05PM
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EricaMN.
Posts: 2704 - Karma: 347
i may take it too seriously but i run ten miles a week (xc) starting in october (fuck its october). also lots of core workouts at and interval rate. and for a relaxing workout/ cool down, i go kayaking

i don't ski park too often though so this may not help
Oct 3 2011 8:06PM
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lukewalnuts
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this i do 50 every night 50 every morning quick and easy
Oct 3 2011 8:08PM
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rudestSKIA
Posts: 74 - Karma: 313
biking. either mountain or road, just log some serious miles, gets the legs strong and stoked
Oct 3 2011 8:08PM
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lukemeahan.
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I hike 3 times a week with a pack. About 3 miles each time. I usually but my stuff I have in my pack for winter for back country and it seems to help.
Oct 3 2011 8:26PM
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Bmills
Posts: 13 - Karma: 10
Wall sits and yoga
Oct 3 2011 8:29PM
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Blurst
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I get around but there are people who post wayyyyy more than I do.
Oct 3 2011 8:33PM
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californiagrown
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drink a lot of alcohol. like a lot, a lot. then proceed to try and run, and climb everything.

The falling, jumping, and lack of decent vision that will ensue will closely mimick a foggy pow day. Just remember there is no shame in puking, as long as you go hard while doing so.
Oct 3 2011 11:08PM
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-Marc-
Posts: 865 - Karma: 207
Bounce on the tramp? I don't know, I don't really know that many people that work out or anything for skiing since skiings exercise, but I think bouncing on the tramp probably helps, I've heard you have to be pretty strong to bounce on a flybed so maybe try that.
Oct 3 2011 11:22PM
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peyton
Posts: 1475 - Karma: 1,062
YOGA!
Oct 3 2011 11:25PM
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ryanilliams
Posts: 306 - Karma: 62
Tramp,stretching and if your hardcore runnng and squats i guess
Oct 3 2011 11:29PM
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patduval
Posts: 28 - Karma: 10
lots of stretching, core exercise, tramp would help to.
Oct 3 2011 11:33PM
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gcos
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The best training I've done is using the attached workout. Don't use heavy weights but do lots of reps and keep your heart rate up for the full 40 minutes (or as long as you can do it). Nothing in it is hard, its the reps and speed that is great.

It is mostly core and legs but there is some arms as well which I think helps as well.

http://www.menshealth.com/spartacus/workouts/

Ignore the douchey looking dudes.
Oct 3 2011 11:45PM
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egg.
Posts: 3231 - Karma: 3,477
with weight?
Oct 4 2011 12:05AM
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soulskier
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well, i've been running, biking, swimming, doing a lot of core exercises, and drinking a fair amount of beer. hope that helps.
Oct 4 2011 12:30AM
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Zio_Excel
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Having wanted the answer myself, what you guys have said helps a lot, Id say swimming for core and stamina.
Oct 4 2011 10:15AM
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MothaHucker
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i do mostly backpacking, mountain biking, any workouts to get your legs/core in shape. situps and squats work good. also do stretches twice a day to improve flexibility by the time ski season rolls around.
Oct 4 2011 10:23AM
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why
Posts: 2064 - Karma: 65
tramp it up
Oct 4 2011 10:48AM
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Mike.Records
Posts: 1311 - Karma: 756
This is something I'd like to figure out too. I workout consistently, but it really isn't that geared towards skiing I run or bike 2 or 3 days a week for cardio and leg strength, then do go to the gym and do a full body weights workout twice a week with the goal of generally being stronger for injury prevention. A lot of people have mentioned running or biking, I think the biggest weakness to these forms of exercise is that they do not address the dynamic movements of skiing, I think I need to add a component such as jumping rope or maybe a day of another sport (maybe ultimate frisbee?) each week to address this.
Oct 4 2011 11:07AM
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TheGnarwhal
Posts: 871 - Karma: 49
this
Oct 4 2011 11:10AM
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sugarloaf
Posts: 7866 - Karma: 299
i just did my own modified version of this. good workout. quote for people who might've overlooked it
Oct 4 2011 12:09PM
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Milksteak
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For sure need to drink more. Sleep less. Eat waaaay more unhealthy. You know.
Oct 4 2011 12:20PM
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Kapital
Posts: 504 - Karma: 38
I try to eat healthy! I play hockey and work out 4-5 times a week and have gym in school everyday so I stay pretty fit! but, if you really wanna get a good ski based work out I suggest a whole shit load of legs, both strength and cardio, Like leg press and biking/running. That way you'll not only have the power to turn in some of that deep pow pow but be able to do it all day!
Oct 4 2011 12:50PM
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dales
Posts: 63 - Karma: 17
I workout 6 times in the week, with a 3-split program with legs and core on one day where i do squyats, deadlift (i know it's mostly for the back but my legs are just too tired to do it the next day) lunges and some kind off leg curls. For core i do some 4x20 sit ups and after that a few other exercises till my core hurts. And then i run twice a week.
Oct 4 2011 1:44PM
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DUKES
Posts: 5150 - Karma: 691
hey guys im also trying to get ready for the season i do about 12 miles every day on an exercise bike and one a week do about 20 miles on an actual bike. im just wanna be prepared and stay out longer. so im trying to start doing more lunges. How many should i be doing im up to doing about 50 without breaks shout i do more? I am also stretching more which will keep me limber. Also which exercises will help in making my legs gain more pop to have a more quicker and more powerful pop.
Oct 4 2011 2:13PM
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jibpig
Posts: 124 - Karma: 22
I play other sports that help build my legs. I swim and tread water to help build leg strength.
Oct 4 2011 2:26PM
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disastertourism
Posts: 2402 - Karma: 135
I do wall sits and gym alot.
Oct 4 2011 2:38PM
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dales
Posts: 63 - Karma: 17
make sure to train the entire leg. If you have the opportunity to go to a gym do that and here is a list of many leg exercises http://www.exrx.net/Lists/ExList/ThighWt.html If you don't have do some jump squats and calf raises and get some idea from the link.

Oct 4 2011 5:06PM
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warrilow86
Posts: 509 - Karma: 37
Theres som gd stuff in here, definately need to get in better shape for this season!
Oct 7 2011 5:48PM
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AWALLRUS.
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LEG PRESS MACHINE
Oct 7 2011 8:07PM
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monkatizer
Posts: 4704 - Karma: 1,518
i can do one whole rep at 500 pounds

does that help?
Oct 7 2011 8:13PM
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californiagrown
Posts: 9794 - Karma: 2,014
why not just squat?
Oct 7 2011 8:51PM
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forrest1
Posts: 88 - Karma: 18
Sex,Cocaine,Champagne! Thats all you need. Same for after skiing recovery.
Oct 7 2011 8:58PM
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AWALLRUS.
Posts: 5762 - Karma: 223
I DONT LIKE HAVING TO LIFT, LEG PRESS MACHINE IS HANDS FREE
Oct 7 2011 9:10PM
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californiagrown
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whaaaaa? Im not giving you shit or telling you, you are wrong, i am just utterly befuddled by your explanation.
Oct 7 2011 9:19PM
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