You’d never see a professional baseball player or gymnast begin their game or competition without warming-up first, so why is it not a bigger priority in snowsports?
Before the first chair spins or the shovels hit the snow, your body deserves a few minutes of attention. Yet in the ski industry, most of us skip the warm-up and go straight into the grind—often at the expense of our joints, muscles, and longevity on the mountain.
In my latest feature for Ski Area Management Magazine, I dive into why a simple 5–10 minute warm-up can make all the difference in how you feel, perform, and recover every day on snow.
A few highlights from the article:
- 💡 Why we wake up stiff: What’s really happening inside your body after a night’s rest.
- 🔥 What warming up actually does: How it boosts blood flow, joint mobility, and muscle activation.
- 🧠 Prime your brain: Warm-ups don’t just loosen muscles—they improve coordination and reaction time, too.
- ⏱️ Quick and effective: A five-minute routine you can do anywhere—no equipment, no excuses.
Whether you’re instructing, patrolling, or getting your own turns in, taking a few minutes to wake up your body can help you move better, prevent injury, and enjoy the mountain longer.
👉 Check out the full article in SAM Magazine:
“Warm-Up Act” by Dr. Leslie Desrosiers, PT, OCS, CSCS
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