Student Dissertations & Theses
Date of Award
8-2012
Document Type
Research Project Report
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Kinesiology
First Advisor
James Eldridge, Ed.D.
Second Advisor
Richard Lloyd, Ed.D.
Third Advisor
Steve Aicinena, Ed.D.
Abstract
Alpine skiing is considered an explosive sport, requiring high-intensity repetitive muscular action. From the eighties through the early two thousands, studies have revealed the high demands placed on elite ski racers, although limited research has been conducted using recreational skiers. Expert recreational skiers and professional ski instructors are also exposed to high levels of muscular and cardiorespiratory stress, which is why it is beneficial to have a guideline for training and conditioning, much like other team and individual athletes. To date, there are few comprehensive training programs that treat the skier and professional ski instructor as an athlete who needs training guidance. Through the concept of periodization, the performance abilities of strength, power, endurance, speed, and agility are organized into appropriate training goals for specific times throughout the year and presented in this book.
Recommended Citation
Kramer, Susan, "Be Fit to Ski; A Periodized Approach to Alpine Skiing Fitness" (2012). Student Dissertations & Theses. 30.
https://falconcommons.utpb.edu/utpb-nur/30