Periodized Strength and Conditioning Program for a Male Downhill Skier

Presentation Type

Poster/Portfolio

Presenter Major(s)

Exercise Science

Mentor Information

Amy Crawley

Department

Movement Science

Location

Kirkhof Center KC 68

Start Date

10-4-2013 11:00 AM

End Date

10-4-2013 12:00 PM

Keywords

Health, Life Science

Abstract

Downhill (alpine) skiing incorporates high speeds, sharp turns, and the inherent risk of serious injury. The aim of this presentation was to develop a comprehensive year round training program which generates improved performance on the hill using sport specific exercises that closely mimic those movements used in competition. The program incorporated specific tasks into a periodized strength and conditioning plan which increase speed, agility, strength, endurance, and balance. Limitations of this study arise due to the lack of testing and research on skiers in the current literature. This program incorporates metabolic demands, muscle mechanisms, and injury mechanisms all developed to benefit the downhill athlete by improving overall physical performance and injury prevention.

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Periodized Strength and Conditioning Program for a Male Downhill Skier

Kirkhof Center KC 68

Downhill (alpine) skiing incorporates high speeds, sharp turns, and the inherent risk of serious injury. The aim of this presentation was to develop a comprehensive year round training program which generates improved performance on the hill using sport specific exercises that closely mimic those movements used in competition. The program incorporated specific tasks into a periodized strength and conditioning plan which increase speed, agility, strength, endurance, and balance. Limitations of this study arise due to the lack of testing and research on skiers in the current literature. This program incorporates metabolic demands, muscle mechanisms, and injury mechanisms all developed to benefit the downhill athlete by improving overall physical performance and injury prevention.