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"Offseason Training"

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finnjo
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Basically, is it possible to get better at skiing without skiing? Is there anything that I could do to be better at skiing this summer without skiing because i won't have access to that, or a backyard setup.
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250r
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downhill mountain biking is probably the best thing to help with shredding the mountain.

never tried it but whitewater kayaking seems like it would be really simlar to skiing. looks like a ton of fun. i bet all that airy water would almost feel like pow.
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250r
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downhill mountain biking is probably the best thing to help with shredding the mountain.

never tried it but whitewater kayaking seems like it would be really simlar to skiing. looks like a ton of fun. i bet all that airy water would almost feel like pow.
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250r
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downhill mountain biking is probably the best thing to help with shredding the mountain.

never tried it but whitewater kayaking seems like it would be really simlar to skiing. looks like a ton of fun. i bet all that airy water would almost feel like pow.
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jca
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I don't think that training by itself will make you better once the new season starts but it will sure help you get better more quickly once you start skiing again.

I think a mix of mountain biking, strength training, yoga, skateboarding, and rock climbing would be the best mix to get you strong and limber. In turn you'll be able to ski harder, for longer, and take bigger hits without getting hurt.

Whatever you do, just find some fun activities that keep you active and in shape and you'll be pretty set.
9 years ago
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Dddsz
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I usually get out of shape in the summer and it only takes like two days of skiing to get over the cramps and soreness. I'm young though so I don't lose it as fast.
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aldicigg
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why hasn't anyone mention tramp? It's almost essential for improving your jump game.
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pinekidd
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I don't have access to a backyard set up either, but I normally work on the tramp. It helps when learning new tricks and gives you an idea on how the trick feels before bringing it to the slope. If you wanna improve balance or something, take a small plank of wood and put it on a frozen water bottle. That's works too. Good luck with everything.
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Jamie_Baril
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Any activity that improves your balance, strength and flexibility...
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Shoey-Ski
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I'm not even kidding, I could barely hit a rail to save my life last year, maybe a few here and there but they were all super small and mellow, so all summer I watched edits and such, studying how people looked when they got on them etc , and the first day out this season, I was easily able to hit almost every rail out, and even go urban on to them, it was crazy
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ascent_studios
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tramp
surfing will help a ton with balance
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brend
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ice rink setups, biking, tramping, skating
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sgg.23
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Down hill mtb
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270on420out
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I got really bored last summer, and so started doing rail tricks on my trampoline and it actually helped my rail game more than my summer setup.
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aldicigg
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THEDIRTYBUBBLEI got really bored last summer, and so started doing rail tricks on my trampoline and it actually helped my rail game more than my summer setup.


so you were just spinning around?
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MPhilipp
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running for long distances also helps. But dowhill mtb is more fun
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270on420out
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Adolf_Skitlerso you were just spinning around?


Yeah but I actually pretended I was on a rail.
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JonahB
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Roller Blading and Trampoline
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Lasersocks
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kim_jong_ill
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SHREDSAUCE. And to help you, heres a dope park someone built. http://shredsauce.com/levels/wvPxww/glacier-shred-updated
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bait
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Tramp helps so much for learning new flips
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Big_Mtn
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Surfing seems to help a ton.
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Cole_
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getting fit and tramping a bit is da key to help your skiing become lit
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fries
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Tramp, Blading, Slack lining
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tcm.worldwide
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Kushweed
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ascent_studios
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THEDIRTYBUBBLEYeah but I actually pretended I was on a rail.


I do that too. Like some times I'll dip my foot to simulate pedaling. I'll also do flip on flip offs and backslides and other weird rail stuffs
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elcornholio
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Tramp, summer rail setup, and airbags.
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Bamjam
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KravtZ
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I run a lot out doors and am always lifting in the gym. Biking is a great workout also.

Anything that is a solid full body workout will help out. If you don't hit the gym on a regular basis definitely start getting into a training program
9 years ago
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Holte
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http://www.powder.com/stories/fitness-exclusive-getting-really-shape-pros
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ModMommy
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Biking is the perfect cross training for skiing. Also, take up skateboarding, or blading.
9 years ago
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S.J.W
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Head to the gym and don't skip leg day. You'll have much stronger legs and you'll be able to push harder through your boots and get more power out of em.
9 years ago
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.Hugo.
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12 oz curls
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Pigeon.
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do everything people are saying here. personally i would suggest:

go workout (focus on core and legs but keep it even w upper body)

skate board (build tolerance to eating shit + good balance)

tramp

blade

slack line


Most importantly have fun with it. its all pointless if youre not having fun
9 years ago
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JayRich
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hit the squat rack
9 years ago
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CashmereCat
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Stair skiing, any hill steep enough without much grass, or dry ski jumps
9 years ago
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JWillySkeez
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Here's My List

Hit the Gym (Emphasis on Core and Leg Strength)

Train on Tramp (Find a gymnastics facility if you can)

Turf Set Up

Run, Bike, etc.

Eat Good

Watch Edits
9 years ago
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3mania
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PLYO-fuckin-METRICS
9 years ago
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GayWolf420
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.Hugo.12 oz curls

im starting to get pretty good at these, whats your technique?
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.Hugo.
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DeebieSkeebiesim starting to get pretty good at these, whats your technique?


Switch it up once in a while with lower reps and 16, 24 or even 40 ounces every once in a while
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jca
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.Hugo.Switch it up once in a while with lower reps and 16, 24 or even 40 ounces every once in a while


before you start your curls do an explosive shotgun to activate the central nervous system.
9 years ago
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theabortionator
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Does drinking beers count? I feel like it does.
9 years ago
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Sklar
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Lots of 12oz curls
9 years ago
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Rennis_Deynolds
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casey_cope
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I kinda have a theory that all action sports are linked. Thats why all the nitro circus guys can just pick up anything with wheels and absolutely kill it with no experience whatsoever. Thats also why Henrik did dub on snowboard his first day out. So basically just find some action sport to keep yourself busy
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ascent_studios
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casey_copeI kinda have a theory that all action sports are linked. Thats why all the nitro circus guys can just pick up anything with wheels and absolutely kill it with no experience whatsoever. Thats also why Henrik did dub on snowboard his first day out. So basically just find some action sport to keep yourself busy


Weirdly true. It comes from the ability to balance and control your body is what I found
9 years ago
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Jesse_
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I usually just watch ski edits. That's enough off season training for me.
9 years ago
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Henry.V
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Slack lining is really good for your balance. once you learn how to jump you can practice spins on, off and switch ups. Just pretend the line is a rail and make sure you put it low in the binning.
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casey_cope
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ben_collinsWeirdly true. It comes from the ability to balance and control your body is what I found


Yeah like all action sports seem to have the same basic skills, balance, courage, creativity, control, and determination
9 years ago
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bigcat.
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SklarLots of 12oz curls





Great ab workout
9 years ago
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