There are all kinds of ways to get ready for ski season, but one of the most important is getting in shape. Lots of mountain town gyms have ski conditioning classes if you enjoy group workout settings ...

Have you heard a skier mention that they need to work on getting their "ski legs"? It's an odd phrase we use to describe the physical shape and strength we require to achieve our goals on skis, but ...

These five exercises will help skiers of all skill levels boost strength and mobility. Have you heard a skier mention that they need to work on getting their “ski legs”? It’s an odd phrase we use to ...

The Local newsletter is your free, daily guide to life in Colorado. For locals, by locals. Nothing kiboshes a ski season like an injury. Unfortunately, on-the-slopes accidents happen: Up to 55 skiers ...

If you’re planning a winter ski trip, you have probably given plenty of thought to the warm clothes, the gear and the lodge. Now it’s time to plan for injury prevention. A common ski injury is a tear ...

Q. I am 50 and run daily, but this does not seem to be enough for when I go skiing. What else should I do? - S. Ramirez, Fremont, CAlif. A. As champion freestyle skier and coach Chip Richards says, ...

With ski season in full swing, many skiers and snowboarders are looking for ways to stay in shape and prevent injuries. Personal trainers and athletic competition experts Daniel and Bridgette Ward of ...

POLITELY. OF COURSE. WELL, SOME MORE SNOW THIS WEEK. SETTING THE STAGE FOR SOME GREAT SKIING AND SNOWBOARDING CONDITIONS BEFORE YOU HIT THE SLOPES. EXPERTS SAY THAT YOU SHOULD BE STRETCHING, AS ...

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Hitting the slopes can be daunting for an out-of-shape beginner and even for more experienced skiers, but fitness experts say whatever your level of expertise, everyone can ...