Seeking advice for training for backcountry ski trip

gaiaearth
gaiaearth Posts: 49 Member
edited January 7 in Fitness and Exercise
Hi! I'm new to the group & just getting back onto logging info in. Does anyone have any good recommends for a training program for a backcountry trip? I usually hike a 2 +/- miles in for turns and have been out only 3x this year. (Don't do the resorts, only BC). I'm going on a trip in 3 weeks with just under a 5 mile hike in with elevation.

I'm looking for a specific regimen to get more strength & endurance (ski specific) quickly. I'm going with a group, mostly guys and don't want to be the on the 'wolf' picks off :) Suggestions??

Thanks & Peace

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  • _reno_
    _reno_ Posts: 87 Member
    This is a really great book for helping to design your own program I highly recommend it. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0736076115?ie=UTF8&autorenew=1

    It contains information specifically on developing programs for XC, telemark, and Randonee skiing

    Unfortunately 3 weeks is really not enough time to get much results.


    Off the top of my head I would suggest.
    3 days cardio (two of them comfortably hard for 60 minutes, one of them do hill repeats for 30 minutes)

    work on strength / conditioning 3 days per week.
    Focus on lower body, squats / wall squats are particularly useful for skiing. Here are some other good ideas http://www.motleyhealth.com/fitness/ski-workouts-to-improve-your-skiing-skills
  • gaiaearth
    gaiaearth Posts: 49 Member
    Thanks so much! I'll check that book out too - always helpful. Hopefully I'll get out and get some turns tomorrow as well. :)
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