Ready for Ski & Snowboard Season? Prep, Protect, Perform
- Taylor Austin
- 2 days ago
- 2 min read
Ski and snowboard season is fast approaching, and while the excitement of fresh
powder and mountain runs is hard to beat, your body needs a bit of prep before you hit the slopes. Why? Because skiing and snowboarding require strength, endurance, balance and coordination. Preparing your body in advance not only improves performance but also helps reduce the risk of injury and decreases recovery time so you can enjoy the season to the fullest.
Why Pre-Season Prep Is Important
When else do you fly down a mountain attached to a board? Skiing and
snowboarding use muscles and movements that many of us don’t engage regularly in off-season.
Without proper conditioning:
You can fatigue faster, which increases your injury risk.
Balance and stability may be compromised on uneven terrain.
Recovery after a long day on the mountain can take longer.
Strengthening key muscles, improving flexibility, and enhancing your balance now
will pay off later on the slopes.
Ski Specific Exercises
Skiing relies heavily on your legs, core, and shoulder endurance. Exercises like squats, wall sits, shoulder presses, Russian twists, and single-leg balance drills help you ski with control and stay strong all day.
Downloadable Ski Exercise Infographic:
This guide shows a complete, slope-ready ski workout that you can follow at home or at the gym.
Snowboard Specific Exercises
Snowboarding engages slightly different muscles, especially in your core, hips, and legs. Side lunges, planks, box jumps or step-ups, hip bridges, and rotational
medicine ball throws improve stability, edge control, and explosive power for jumps
and tricks.
Downloadable Snowboard Exercise Infographic:
Grab this guide to get your snowboard-ready workout, designed to make your
season safer and more fun.
Flexibility & Mobility
Both skiing and snowboarding benefit from a good range of motion in your neck, trunk, hips, knees, and ankles.
Include:
Dynamic stretches before workouts or hitting the slopes
Foam rolling for muscle recovery
Yoga or mobility drills for hip and spine flexibility
START EARLY - Now Is Better Than Never
Even 4–6 weeks of consistent prep can make a noticeable difference. Begin with 2–3 sessions per week, mixing strength, balance, and mobility work. By preparing your body ahead of time, you’ll not only improve your performance but also reduce fatigue and injury risk, allowing you to enjoy every turn and jump on the mountain.
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