Comments on: Please help me ski

By: Ab Workouts

Ab Workouts — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 21:48:13 +0000

Im going skiing at the end of the month so I enjoyed reading the advice. As long as I come back with no broken bones or torn ligaments (knock on wood) I’ll call it mission accomplished.

By: jennywenny

jennywenny — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:44:20 +0000

Have fun! I love to ski although I’m a bit rubbish! My secret tip is to try not to think too much, force yourself to smile and it will be easier. I found it a bit frustrating and then lightened up a little and it got easier. Having a beer at lunch also helped a lot!!

By: Perry

Perry — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 03:48:50 +0000

I am SO jealous…but it’s another thing I can look forward to next year when I’m in better shape. Have FUN, it’s amazing how many people you will hear constantly complaining when you are on the slopes. I try to remember to LOOK AROUND and realize what awesome scenery is right in front of me. Hope it is everything you need in a vacation….my best vacation memories are the ski trips to Colorado.

By: Sheila

Sheila — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 23:01:33 +0000

@PastaQueen – IMHO, the no-poles advice is more appropriate for little kids, who have a lower center of gravity. Don’t settle for hot chocolate; demand hot buttered rum, at least!

By: Sheila

Sheila — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 22:58:49 +0000

@PastaQueen – @PastaQueen – IMHO, the no-poles advice is more appropriate for little kids, since they have a lower center of gravity. Don’t settle for hot chocolate; demand hot buttered rum, at least!

By: Annette

Annette — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 19:39:09 +0000

Skiing is about having fun outside in winter and the cold. So, take your time, enjoy the mountain. Enjoy your friends. Laugh when you fall down … don’t put to much pressure on yourself. If you’re tired, stop … go into the lodge, have some hot chocolate. Get a cute ski instructor and have a good time.

By: PastaQueen

PastaQueen — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 18:21:28 +0000

Everyone who suggested I didn’t need poles is going to have to buy me a lot of chocolate before I forgive them.

By: MB

MB — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 18:02:22 +0000

I’m sorry I missed giving you my skiing advice (wear good gear so you’re not cold, learn how to stop and don’t get on trails that are past your ability level).

I LOVE winter sports and skiing is one of my favorite things to do. I’m so jealous, I’ve always wanted to go to Colorado and ski on powder.

I hope you had a blast and the high altitude knocked the pain right out of your head.

By: Jessica Nelson

Jessica Nelson — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 13:36:14 +0000

My tips: Make sure you have spf chapstick on hand and you may be “working out” more than you think. I snowboard, which is different, but I often find that I do not need my jacket afterall.

By: John's Weight Loss Blog

John's Weight Loss Blog — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 12:52:42 +0000

I know a bit about skiing having been out to Colorado a couple of times and living 15 minutes away from a decent ski hill here in Minnesota. In fact just last night I dropped my son off there for a night of skiing. No, I didn’t go myself. I really need to get off my lazy bum and start it up again this year. But it was SO cold…

Anyway, here are some tips:

1) Long underwear is great but not enough. Highly recommend waterproof snow pants.

2) Rent a helmet and wear it.

3) Do you have goggles? You will want goggles.

4) If you get a chance to take lessons, take them. Even better is private lessons if you can afford them.

5) The sooner you get off the bunny hill the funner time you will have.

Colorado is awesome, have fun!