- Use one-ski skiing to center yourself and utilize the
turning mechanics of the leg for turns in both directions.
A turn one way, will use a different set of muscles of the
one leg you're turning on, than a turn in the other direction.
Begin straight down the flow line on one ski.
To begin each turn, move your center of mass towards the
tip of the ski and simultaneously pivot the ski.
- Add the pole plant to signal a change in direction and
to help the body move down the flow line.
As it becomes easier to change the direction of the skis,
gradually "dial" up the edges to make more of a carved turn in both
directions, instead of pivoting. This will direct the skis further out of the
flow line.
- Try to keep your momentum going down the hill.
- Make sure that it is only your foot and leg that is
turning the ski. If your upper body stays facing down the flow line, little
effort should be required to change direction.
- Spend time skiing on the weaker side to strengthen that
turn.
- Stay in the Sweet spot!
Print this out for future
reference and remember to have fun!
