As we count down the start to the ski season there are now only 6 weeks until we open the
Christiania in
Les Gets for season 2011/12. This excerise marks the half way point in the excercise programme that
Steve Bonthrone, a personal trainer from Perth has put together to help get you fit for the up coming season. if you search for Fitness on this blog you can find the past exercises and we will publish a fresh routine every Saturday until the 3rd of December
This week Steve points out "that in addition to strengthen the leg muscles, it’s important to strengthen the core stomach muscles. The exercises over the following weeks will help improve balance, posture and ultimately help you ski more efficiently."
5. Sit on Ball
This exercise will help strengthen your core muscles to improve your posture and balance, which in turn will improve your ability to twist and change direction more efficiently. Simply, sit on the ball and keep the torso in an upright position. You can progress this exercise by lifting one foot off the ground at a time and then lift both feet up. This can be a tricky exercise when progressing so either come and see me or your trainer to guide you through balance exercises
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