How to Loosen Up Your Upper Body Before Skiing

There's a direct correlation between how relaxed you are and how well you ski. Use this stretch to loosen your torso before you hit the slopes.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Ski Boots
• Ski Clothing
• Ski Equipment

1. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart.

2. Place both hands on your hips.

3. Begin by leaning to your right, remembering to keep your feet planted.

4. Reach your left arm over your head, so that your elbow rests close to the top of your head.

5. Reach beyond your right shoulder. As you lean to the side, the bottom of your rib cage will come close to reaching your hip bone.

6. Hold this position for 8 to 10 seconds.

7. Repeat in the opposite direction.

8. Stretch several times on each side.

Tips & Warnings

• You can increase the effectiveness of this stretch by simply reaching for a point beyond your shoulder.
• The muscles you're stretching are the latissimus dorsi, or "lats."

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