It’s time to grab your skis, and hit the slopes!
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Focus on light stretching if you’re sore post-skiing or after any snow sport.
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This is why muscles in the front of the body may feel sore after performing winter sports.
With stretching, the intensity should be light and not painful.
If experiencing any pain, lessen the intensity of the stretch."
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As with any workout, recovery is a key part of the process.
Your body needs it to repair!
“It is important to dedicate time to recovery in a fitness routine,” Dr. Masteller says.
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Work them into your apres-ski routine, and your muscles will seriously thank you!
Feel free to place your hand on a wall for better stability.
If you feel a solid stretch in the front of your thighs, you’re doing it correctly!
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Your knees should be lined up with your hips, and your hands with your shoulders.
Your right heel should be just under your left hip.
Extend your left leg straight back behind you.
Keep your hips square and facing forward.
Slowly lower your chest toward your front leg."
Repeat the stretch on the opposite side.
Cat-Cow Stretch
If you’re a yogi, you’re likely familiar with the cat-cow stretch.
Gradually round your spine up to the sky and “draw in your abs” as you exhale.
Downward Dog
The downward dog is another super popular yoga stretch.
Lift up your knees into the air so that you’re on your hands and your toes.
You should be forming an upside-down “V” with your body.
Hold this position, then release.
Thread the Needle
Last but not least, it’s time to thread the needle!
Repeat the same motion on the opposite side.
