SKI TECHNIQUE FOR WOMEN	USER AGREEMENT

Let’s get out of the backseat - AKA we’re having fun now! 

Gee, it would be great if gear could solve all the problems our anatomy deals us. Sorry, but no, so here’s the next element – good technique to go along with the right gear.   

To see Christine ski it’s hard to believe that she is at any disadvantage, but she’s a warrior woman and knows how to overcome the female disadvantages (beating up on a few boys along the way). 

Tine's Tips (by Christine Cordeau): 

Move Body Position Forward

Women tend to have a weight distribution issue that sets their natural body position too far back on their skis. To compensate for this, thrust your hips, butt, and knees forward and up to initiate each new turn. This creates a rocking chair sensation. You may want to experiment with this movement while standing in your living room. Begin in a slightly crouched position as if you are turning on skis (do this by driving your ankles forward). Next, stand taller by projecting you hips and butt forward and up, as you straighten your legs a little at the knees. You are now ready to compress into the next turn. 

Link Turns One After Another

Women have a tendency to make a few nice turns and then break the pace by traversing or making larger, slower turns. If you can make three consistently nice turns you can make six. Just commit and keep turning. Concentrate on making consistent flowing turns no matter what type of terrain you are on. Don’t stop turning just because you lose your balance momentarily, or because you are getting knocked around a little by the terrain. Be confident, fight to regain your balance, and keep making turns. Just remember, don’t sacrifice your safety as you become more aggressive on skis. Only practice my tips on moderate slopes, traveling at slower speeds, and where you feel comfortable.