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The Upside of Downhill Skiing
Make the Most of Peak Experiences by Randy Kambic
Annual Resource Guide
with Natural Awakenings’ Health & Wellness experts.
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now brings fresh fun with winter sports and recreation. Cross-coun- try skiing and snowboarding are
healthy options, but neither offers the scope and variety in terrain, movement and exercise afforded by the perennial favorite of alpine downhill skiing. Jen Butson, public affairs director
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of the Vermont Ski Areas Association, representing 48 facilities, believes that downhill particularly appeals to women, due to its, “ …accessibility to all ages, abilities and body types, its gracefulness, and being a way for a family to experience nature together.” Yet, some skiers may experience diminished interest due to memories of cold limbs, residual aches and pains or crowded slopes. Or, they might be con- cerned about resorts’ perceived high en- ergy usage. Cost is another factor. Here are some tips to get folks back on the slopes and max out mountain moments.
Warm-up exercises. Skiing de- mands slightly bent knees and a firm back to absorb bumps, so do some
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deep squats and short hops from that position beforehand, advises Dr. Joe Ethen, owner of Lakefront Chiropractic Center, in Glencoe, Illinois. “This exer- cise targets the upper quadriceps and provides full-range motion of joints.” Using ski poles to initiate turns and propel through chairlift lines works the arms and shoulders, so he also recom- mends upper body stretching.
Foot care. Boots need to be tight fitting in order to transmit the pressure to make turns from the foot through the boot and binding to the ski itself. The necessary snugness can hinder circulation and chill toes. A solution: Loosen boot buckles while waiting for and taking the chairlift, and wear thin, synthetic-blend socks that wick away moisture and accelerate evaporation.
Avoid the crowds. When skiing on a weekend, locate one or two trails serviced by a mid-mountain chair- lift, which is usually far less crowded than the main lift closest to the lodge.
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