Things You'll Need:
- Running Shoes
- Exercise Equipments
- Exercise Weights Set
- Stationary Exercise Bikes
- Water Bottles
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Step 1
Run, bike or ride one of the many cardiovascular training machines that emphasize leg muscles. Do this three times a week for a minimum of 30 minutes and vary the exercises so that you use different leg muscle groups.
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Step 2
Lift leg weights on your non-cardiovascular days. Do leg presses, calf extensions, squats (use precaution if you have back or knee problems), leg extensions, leg curls and hip flexors. Do three sets of 10 repetitions on each exercise, reaching muscle fatigue on the last few repetitions.
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Step 3
Place your back against a wall and lower yourself to a seated position with your knees at a 90-degree angle. Hold the position until your quadriceps burn intensely.
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Step 4
Stretch your legs and torso thoroughly, especially your hamstrings and lower back.
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Step 5
Work your abdominal muscles, including your obliques, with crunches.
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Step 6
Balance your lower-body workout with a solid upper-body weight program. Work on tone and stamina rather than bulk.
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Step 7
Ski as often as possible to get a feel for the real thing.
