{"id":1993207,"date":"2026-06-16T14:02:09","date_gmt":"2026-06-16T11:02:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1993207"},"modified":"2026-06-16T14:02:09","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T11:02:09","slug":"the-7-best-off-season-training-activities-for-freeride-skiers-boarders","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1993207","title":{"rendered":"The 7 Best Off Season Training Activities for Freeride Skiers & Boarders"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Redbull athlete going huge on the mountain bike. | Photo: Redbull<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Summer is here and, unfortunately, unless you live in the southern hemisphere or near a glacier, skiing is done until next winter.<\/strong> What are some off season training methods and how much will they impact your freeride skiing or snowboarding come next winter? Staying active and fit is undoubtedly the most important thing you can do, but which activities will have a direct impact on your abilities?<\/p>\n

Trampoline<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Trampoline work is important to hone new tricks. | Photo: SnowBrains<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

With every coming year, it seems as if having a bag of tricks is becoming increasingly important.<\/strong> A trampoline is arguably one of the best ways to develop new rotations and tricks by getting the greatest number of repetitions. Unfortunately for many, a trampoline isn\u2019t readily available and even when it is, there is nobody to teach you these new rotations. YouTube videos can be very helpful, but they can never properly replace an expert watching and critiquing. However, even just doing what you know while trying to spot your landings will develop your spatial awareness in the air (proprioception). Trampoline is very effective and fun for mastering new tricks but unfortunately is not available to many.<\/p>\n

Mountain Biking<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Mountain Biking in the beautiful alps. | Photo: Redbull<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Downhill mountain biking is as close to freeride skiing that you\u2019ll get in the summer.<\/strong> Many of the skills translate very well such as leg strength, balance, reflexes, and even the tricks if you are into that as well. Mountain biking is unique in these summer activities in its ability to replicate the fast-paced quick decision making that is done in freeriding. You need to do quick maneuvers through trees, around rocks, and over obstacles while maintaining control. The only deficit of mountain biking is its danger level. A fall on a mountain bike is often much more consequential than a similar fall on skis. The dirt does not provide a cushion like snow will and a small tumble can bring an injury that may last through the winter season as well. Overall, mountain biking is a fun and exciting off-season activity that will benefit your freeriding this upcoming season. Just be wary of its associated risk so you are strong and <\/em>healthy for next ski season.<\/p>\n

Climbing<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Top roping climbing. | Photo: Colorado Mountain School<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Climbing is a phenomenal way to enjoy the outdoors in the summer and view the mountains in a whole new manner.<\/strong> Unfortunately, its direct impact on skiing is minimal, as climbing is predominately an upper body and specifically forearm strength sport. This does not mean that climbing is useless for skiing though, as it will still develop your proprioception and abilities to overcome fear. In climbing, you need to have total body awareness to maintain the best leverages against the wall and this awareness will translate to the slopes. In freeride skiing you will also be dealing with substantial fear, often from overlooking a big cliff. Climbing will make you adapt to these heights and allow you to overcome your fears next season. I also believe that it is important to train your whole body, and this will give your upper body the challenge it needs.<\/p>\n