The Concept2 SkiErg was launched in September 2009 to help prepare people for the piste
movement as well as being excellent for strengthening the whole of the leg, bum and hip area, including inner and outer thigh. Crossover gives a total body workout and is ideal for any user at any performance level. For a more challeng- ing workout, the floating motion of Cardio Wave engages all gluteal, core and lower limb muscle groups.
SKI FIT PROGRAMMES The Wellington College Sports Club in Crowthorne has used Cardio Wave for its Ski Fit programme for the past four years: five one-on-one, 30-minute spe- cialist ski fit sessions for £50. The Cardio Wave is used in a combination of posi- tions, complemented with light free weights and medicine ball exercises. “Various exercises are performed over
four sessions, with the fifth session used to go over any exercises the customer needs to repeat,” says gym manager Paula Pocock. “Every winter we promote Ski Fit to encourage customers to build up their strength and stamina and work the major muscle groups.” Nordic Walking, which uses poles to
engage the upper body while walking, is also great preparation for skiing, ac- cording to director Gill Stewart: “Nordic Walking automatically includes the upper body action required in most forms of skiing, as it uses 90 per cent of the major muscles. It’s ideal for building stamina and endurance.” In preparation for this winter sea-
son, Nordic Walking UK (NWUK) has launched a six-week ski fit programme: an outdoor circuit-based course that in- cludes the skills needed for all types of skiing, from downhill to cross-country. Designed by cross-country ski coach and
Nordic Walking “automatically includes the upper body action required in most forms of skiing”
qualified doctor Nicky Parsons, the programme includes drills to help clients improve their tech- nique and stamina and prevent falls. All bases needed for skiing and snowboarding are covered: cardio- vascular fitness, balance and weight transfer, strength, flexibility, stamina and endurance. The Lifestyle Leisure Centre in Surrey
introduced the programme in January this year. “We’re based in a country park, so this type of outdoor activity is ideal,” says manager Sarah Plant. Lincolnshire-based personal trainer
Pete Woollard, who last season helped to train the RAF snowboarding team, is also offering Nordic Walking Ski Fit to his clients. “It adds another dimension to Nordic Walking to keep people inter- ested and will hopefully attract a wider client base,” he says. The course can be run as a class – ideal for those wanting to train together before their holiday. “It’s perfect for groups, as then you have the group dynamic and there are fun games to play,” adds Woollard. Meanwhile, Virgin Active has put
together a winter sports workout in conjunction with the international Roxy Snow Team. Taking training elements used by the team, the Roxy Sno Fit work- out focuses on building strength, power, balance and flexibility, with an emphasis on the lower body and core. There are three elements to the workout: warm- up, circuits and yoga. To put members in the mood, adrenaline-pumping music chosen by pro-boarders is played. Each session is different, with a variety of exer- cises, equipment, drills and conditioning. Yoga is used at the end to unwind and increase flexibility. French fitness chain Club Med Gym
has also brought back its Snow Fit pro- gramme for this season. The 45-minute circuit consists of eight stations which recreate the different skills needed for skiing, including building up muscles, increasing cardiovascular fitness and working on reflexes to help balance. The rhythm and difficulty of the exercises vary and participants can choose a circuit according to their ability on the slopes: green, blue, red or black. l
Kath Hudson is a freelance journalist Issue 1 2011 © cybertrek 2011
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