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Dynamic Stretching for Skiing
by Wagner Skis / Jan 14, 2025

Dynamic Stretching for Skiing

I once heard a celebrated ski racer of the 1980’s say to some admiring fans, “Yes, I stretch every morning.” He then mimicked a big yawn and stretched his arms up over his head. Here's what that skier didn't understand.

Ski in the sunshine
by Wagner Skis / Dec 27, 2024

Twelve New Year's Resolution Strategies for a Skier

A new year is here again, and with it comes the drive to make the next one even better than the last. Here, we look at a few good food, exercise, and (ski) goal strategies to help you hit your new year's resolutions and become your best skier self.

Waiting for the Tordrillo Mountain Lodge helicopter
by Wagner Skis / Nov 08, 2024

Get Fit for Heliskiing

Getting ready for a heli ski trip means much more than buying a new jacket and packing the right stuff. Jake Hutchinson breaks down a prep program to get you fit for heli skiing.
Level Up: Jake Hutchinson
by Wagner Skis / Oct 25, 2024

Level Up: Jake Hutchinson

Jake Hutchinson, the then- lead trainer of Salt Lake City’s Gym Jones, created Wagner’s Six-Week Ski Prep program. In 2018, Jason Blevins caught up with Hutchinson to talk about injury-proofing your body, the importance of self-assessment, and how the mountain can separate the wheat from the chaff. Here's what he had to say.
Six Week Ski Prep (No Equipment)
by Wagner Skis / Oct 24, 2024

Six Week Ski Prep (No Equipment)

Here it is, Jake Hutchinson's (practically) world-famous "prep for the ski season" workout. Jake has edited his original gym workout for the home-fitness-enthusiast, but it is just as dynamic as the original.
Jake Hutchinson's Original 6-Week Ski Prep Program
by Wagner Skis / Oct 24, 2024

Jake Hutchinson's Original 6-Week Ski Prep Program

Jake Hutchinson's original "6-Week Ski Prep" workout is a doozie, so get started now and you'll be in the best shape of your ski career by the time you click into your boots.
Injury Prevention for Skiers
by Wagner Skis / Aug 20, 2024

Injury Prevention for Skiers

Previous injury or not, there are some things you can do (both on and off the hill) to keep your body performing at a high level for an injury-free season. 
Prepare Your Body for Ski Season
by Wagner Skis / Aug 12, 2024

Prepare Your Body for Ski Season

This summer, there are a few things you can start doing to prep your body for ski season without sacrificing whatever warm season activity you enjoy.
Get ready for the ski season with Wagner Custom Skis
by Wagner Skis / Aug 12, 2024

Get Ready for Ski Season

The ski season is coming! Get the jump on training with some guidelines and workouts to get you ready for a long and healthy winter.
Different sized people need different sized bikes
by Wagner Skis / Jun 07, 2024

How to Size a Mountain Bike

One of the most frequent questions mountain bike shops get when people are looking for new bikes is, “What size should I get?” The answer isn't always simple, but we break it down for you.
Fitness Tips: from Skiing to Summer Sports
by Wagner Skis / May 23, 2024

Fitness Tips: from Skiing to Summer Sports

When the snow finally melts and we transition to summer sports, how do we best prepare our bodies for the changes? We take a look.
Alaskan mountains courtesy of Chason Russell.
by Wagner Skis / Dec 11, 2023

How to Avoid and Treat Altitude Sickness

In this article we discuss altitude sickness. We look at the facts and symptoms and talk about remedies and cures so you can enjoy your next mountain trip.
At home with the dog
by Wagner Skis / Aug 25, 2023

The Best At-Home, No-Gear Workouts

You know you should go to the gym and get prepped for ski season. But it's hard to motivate. Guess what? Jake Hutchinson has you covered with this 5-part at-home, no-gear workout series. Get started now.
6 Things You Can Do To Improve Your Skiing
by Wagner Skis / Aug 18, 2023

6 Things You Can Do To Improve Your Skiing

Like golf, skiing is one of those sports that is difficult to get good at if you learn it later in life. But, there are some easy things you can do every day that will improve your skiing. Here is our list.
A woman runs at dusk
by Wagner Skis / Jun 01, 2023

Stay in Ski Shape Through the Summer

Ok, so maybe the snow is gone for all but the most die-hard. But there are plenty of enjoyable ways to stay in shape through the summer so that you are ready when the snow flies.
Ski Injury Rehab: The Road to Recovery
by Wagner Skis / Feb 15, 2023

Ski Injury Rehab: The Road to Recovery

Rehabbing after a ski injury? This article focuses on injuries to joints (like an ACL tear), with a little mention about fractures and muscle injuries. It's a long read, but if you're coming back from an injury, it's worth the time.