Event Title
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.
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.