Getting fit for SNOWBOARDING!

Forums Advice Q&A Getting fit for SNOWBOARDING!

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    IRISHPRIDESTL
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      Hello everyone, I'm new at this, so go easy.I have been snowboarding alot but it has been more than 6 months, because i live in this FLAT town of St. Louis.  I was wondering if anyone knew how to prepare for my snowboarding trip in a few weeks? I have always worked out so I am in pretty good shape, 6ft, 200 pounds but I dont know wat areas I should target or if anyone knows any exercises that will help. Also I tried to strengthen my calfs but I found that I used a different part of my calf snowboarding. You can email me at austinsmith2008(at)gmail.com Thank You

      #2419
      Frosty
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        Great question.  Being fit and ready for snowboarding is very important.  It will help you have a lot more fun — and that's what it's all about.  I stress full-body fitness.  Lower body for strength mainly and upper body to prevent injury and help in getting up!Snowboarding is so different than anything that it really is impossible to condition all the parts of the body that will be getting worked, but you may want to try some of these exercises.1) Jumping rope – Legs, ankles, shoulders, and cardio.2) Squats – Legs and back.  Not too much weight!3) Stretching – Stretch your quads, ankles, abs, torso (twisting), and hamstrings. Even wrists.  Gentle is fine – don't over-do it!4) Simulated snowboarding – There is nothing like simulating the actual moves of snowboarding and the best ways to do th
        #2756
        snowbaby1
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          also wall sits!!!!!!! your thighs get a big workout on the mountain, build them up!

          #2765
          Frosty
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            also wall sits!!!!!!! your thighs get a big workout on the mountain, build them up!

            Good advise.  Thanks!

            #3377
            jt
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              not just squat DEEP SQUAT, get your butt below horizontal ,little bit less weight than normal

              #3378
              Harry P
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                Another great Q&A,  I just wanted to add, gettin in the pool and treading water for @ 20 minutes lengthing the muscles, moving the legs and arms in different circular and up and down motions will really help, and if your gym has one a balance board will also help. 

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                Frosty
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                  Great idea about the pool.  Lately I have been doing Wii Fit and it really helps with balance and overall fitness.

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