If you’re at all committed as a ski racer, with the past winter well behind us, you have begun a rigorous physical conditioning program the goal of which is to have you in the best shape of your life when the new season starts later this year.
Dr. Jim TaylorJun 22, 2020Mental imagery is the key to success year-round, and something that can easily be practiced at home.
Dr. Jim TaylorJun 08, 2020The off-season is now underway and you are probably hitting the gym and, hopefully, hitting
Dr. Jim TaylorMay 26, 2020Editor’s Note: This is an encore presentation of a previously published article that never gets
Dr. Jim TaylorMay 05, 2020Let me begin with a question: What does the COVID-19 crisis have in common with a ski race?
Dr. Jim TaylorApr 13, 2020With ski season coming to an abrupt end, use mental imagery to continue to develop your skiing technically, tactically, and mentally away from the hill.
Dr. Jim TaylorMar 30, 2020We humans don’t like disruptions in our lives. We like to feel safe, secure, and
Dr. Jim TaylorMar 17, 2020Consistency is particularly hard during the long and exhausting season. Travel, cold weather, intense training, a lot of races, and having to balance school, friends, and ski racing can just plain wear you down.
Dr. Jim TaylorMar 06, 2020FIS racing can be intimidating when you first start, but don't let that mindset bring you down when you step in the starting gate.
Dr. Jim TaylorDec 03, 2019We all know that ski racing isn't fun ALL the time, but here's how you can use fun to help you out of those tough times.
Dr. Jim TaylorNov 21, 2019There's always something positive to take away from each day of training.
Dr. Jim TaylorNov 08, 2019Even though ski racing is an individual sport, team culture can be critical to athlete success.
Dr. Jim TaylorNov 04, 2019Being a ski racing parent is definitely not an easy path to take when it comes to your child's athletic career.
Dr. Jim TaylorOct 24, 2019Second only to the coach-athlete relationship, the relationships between coaches and parents should never be neglected, either.
Dr. Jim TaylorOct 22, 2019With summer now over, winter is fast approaching and the fall becomes more and more critical for your success this season.
Dr. Jim TaylorSep 19, 2019
