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ezav
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Weighed in at the end of last ski season at 6'2 170-175 lbs. Started lifting heavy rocks at the gym and eating right, just weighed in at 195 going into the season. I've heard some cautionary tales about how weight gain and overall change in body composition affects performance in the park (mainly things like balance, agility, muscle memory) and I made a lot of progress last season so I'm hoping the extra 20-25lbs doesn't hold me back. Has anyone experienced any noticeable changes in situations like mine?

I'm also curious from an injury perspective. Does that weight gain make me more injury prone?

Also random side note: been using the same pair of FT descendant 4s for the last few seasons. People have been saying I should probably get stiffer tongues but when I wear them they still feel fine to me. Should also mention I ski primarily rails. +k for any input
Nov 23 2021 8:28PM
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eheath
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You're stronger so the added weight won't make much of a difference, maybe you'll feel off balance at first but its like riding a bike ya know?
Nov 23 2021 8:31PM
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ReturnToMonkey
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Youre gonna be better than ever, you dont have to worry about a thing
Nov 23 2021 8:51PM
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Biffbarf
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If your added mass subtracts from your agility or flexibility you will notice a decrease in calisthenic performance. That said cross training with weights will probably only make you a better skier. 6'2" and a lean 195-200lbs won't slow you down any imo.
Nov 23 2021 8:55PM
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Film.
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The added muscle will be nothing but a help, I'm in a similar boat as you end of last season was 6'1" 170lbs hit the gym hard with lots of cardio and weights now sitting at 190.

Went skiing last weekend and felt amazing, legs were so strong core felt really good wasn't sore etc. Just gotta stretch a lot and you'll be looking at one of your best seasons on skis physcially.
Nov 23 2021 9:12PM
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hoodratz47
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As a big guy who was biggggg. For a bit


Landings you'll notice the landings way more
Be prepared
Nov 23 2021 9:55PM
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bradwalters
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Stretch. It’s your best friend as a taller skier. Especially if you gained some weight recently. Speaking as a person who is 6’2”, stretching has saved my as I get older.
Nov 24 2021 2:40AM
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deadhead420
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Your strength is only going to help you, especially out of park you'll notice a difference in how hard your charging
Nov 24 2021 2:03PM
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TRVP_ANGEL
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eheathYou're stronger so the added weight won't make much of a difference, maybe you'll feel off balance at first but its like riding a bike ya know?


I'd trust heath's advice on this topic.
Nov 24 2021 2:30PM
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