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I know ski boots are a very important part of everyones skiing, and I feel it is important to highlight the good bootfitters in the Uk, and the not so good (surefoot). Here is the one I went to https://maps.app.goo.gl/4yHQAKeXPD5EkjQ37 It is called the fitting mill in Surrey (South Of London). It is very new (opened in September) and I had a very good experience with the owner (Sam)

Agility and flexibility are essential components of your ski fitness, helping you improve your skiing and prevent injuries. For me, I would rather get on my bike or do more exercise than stretch. So what I have done for myself for October is that I have committed to a 30-day yoga with Adrienne on YouTube. I am on day 3 and I do it every day in the morning..so join me.. Lets do it together..

I couldn't get to the first monthly Q&A because I was at a workshop on biomechanics run by Warren Smith. I found it enlightening and it highlighted how ski-specific some of the movements we use in skiing are: how many other activities can you think of that require us to able to rotate our leg in our hip joint while keeping our hips still? The details of the workshop are available, free, on Warren's website https://www.warrensmith-skiacademy.com/technique-lab/ and I'll just outline the basic principles here for anyone is interested. The aim is to provide a means for skiers to train specific movements, ranges and muscles when not skiing and in a non-ski environment. This is something that can be used all year round and is not reliant on snow or artificial ski slopes. By using these simple tests and exercises you can help maximise your body’s potential when you next get back on snow. You’ll also learn your physiological strengths and weaknesses which will empower you when you next get out on the snow and help when buying new ski equipment. For example, your range of ankle flexion should influence the boots you use. And being coached on technique may not be useful if you are not capable of making the movements required to perform the technique. Six tests are performed and scored so that progress can be measured over time, these focus on ankle flex range, skier symmetry, leg steering range, dynamic flexion and extension, improve leg lean and core stability. These tests help you self-train and improve your own flexibility, mobility and ski-specific strength and stability. The aim is to understand how your body moves, develop your scores and strengthen weaker areas over time. The details of how to perform the tests along with accompanying videos is available through the link above. I'm assured rapid progress is possible with small amounts of regular practice.