The following post was written by New York-based trainer David Kirsch . I love wintertime in the city. In fact, as I write this blog, I’m watching yet another winter wonderland outside. The snow makes me yearn for the back bowls of Vail, Colorado, where I have spent many snowy, joyful hours perfecting my slalom turns among other things. Before I hit the slopes, I make sure that my legs, back and core have been conditioned, strengthened and stretched. I particularly like to do the following exercises: Lateral lunges to a reverse lunge. Not only does this strengthen my quads and glutes, but also my adductors (aka inner thighs). Stability ball push-ups/ knee tucks. Here I am not only working my core and upper body but also my lower

back. Walking lunges – grab a pair of dumbbells and find an area in your house, office or gym, where you can complete at least 20 walking lunges, turn around and repeat. I would immediately follow those walking lunges with a set of dumbbell squats 15-20 repetitions. Doing these squats right after the lunges will definitely get your heart pumping, increase your cardio capacity, and build much needed endurance in your legs! The quad burn one feels if they are not well conditioned for skiing will no longer exist. Enjoy, ski safely and remember to wear your helmet! For more tips, recipes, and workouts, be sure to check out all of David’s posts here on FitSugar .

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David Kirsch Will Get You Mountain Ready