J2Ski Forum Posts and Replies by Dave Mac

Important to remember these are perceptions and aspirations. Find me a snowsporterwho DOESN'T believe they are going to ski more over the next five years.

I have skied 4 of the top five, and while I would agree with three, I wouldn't have put Tignes at that level. That is what I mean ~ perception. I guess there isn't really a way to be factual on this kind of subject.

Welcome to J2ski, Chemmy. Look forward to hearing about your training and progress.

Right now, I would rather be in Zermatt than Fife!

Pavel, I would have written the same:
Safe style for me is;
1. learn effective ski technique
2. learn to read problem situations before they happen
3. learn to avoid others
4. learn to "listen " to your body
5. learn to enjoy skiing, thus be relaxed.

and added
6. Read the snow conditions, ice and heavy spring snow are an opportunity for injuries.
7. Don't be afraid to come off the hill in adverse weather, if you are in a white-out it can be dangerous.
8. Understand your bindings. Check them. Keep them serviced and in good condition.
9. Never induce others to ski beyond their capability.

We plan to be on the Malcesini gondola on Monday up Monte Baldo.

But first I will need to survive England v Italy, by the side of Lake Garda........

I have sympathy with your situation, Snapzzz. It is easy to slide some beef on when working long hours, and it is NOT easy to work up enthusiasm for exercise.

I ran from the age of 12, simply because I loved running, particularly on the hills. After 40 years, heel and knee probs kicked serious running.

I have skied for 45 years because it is the best sport/lifestyle I have ever experienced.

In between, I played squash, and now tennis, mainly because it is competitive, the exercise is a bonus.

I have tried gym membership, but it is not for me, there is no buzz like running or skiing.

I do think it is important to keep some kind of cardio-vascular exercise going, My steady pulse rate is still 60bpm, although, in my twenties, I got it down to 52.

Holidays are a good opportunity for getting a good week or twos exercise. If in the mountains, a days leisurely walk, or bike ride; if by the sea two or three hours daily swimming is really great. Lying on a beach is a bit of a waste of time.

Back to Snapzzz~ I guess if you can aim to get enjoyment out of the exercise, weight loss becomes a secondary benefit. You are only young once! But you can stay young all your life!

brooksy wrote:

addana wrote:@Clairehb0 Did you manually checked the Easyjet everyday, or how did you found out when they lunched it?

Easyjet or Easybite -)

Noticed it, but couldn't think up a punchline! :D :D :D

Too rusty for Iron Man, now!Unless all the events involved skis. :twisted:

As the resident ex-athlete, (I ran my last sub 3 hour fun marathon a long time ago), yes, multi-activities are, in general. beneficial. Trencher does inline skating.
Interesting point on sand work, running in the water at the beach edge is terrific. Repetition sand hill work is also good for basic strength, without unduly stressing the joints. I would not agree with rough ground work ~ too easy to twist an ankle.
I still do some occasional running on grass ~ very forgiving for knee injuries.

Kate, I agree with you, I too skied during my marathon years. But marathon training is VERY time consuming ~ I was running 60~ 80 miles a week. My point now is that we can extend our ski capabilities by concentrating mainly on strength and mobility work.