The importance of the off-season and how it isn’t just a break but an opportunity to get better at the things that don’t show up on a start list: mindset, movement quality, and self-awareness. What can athletes and coaches do better to embrace these crucial aspects during off-season? Learn more.
In a very special episode of the Skiing is Believing Podcast summer series, Matt Garcka and Alan Rigg welcomed renowned sports psychologist, Dr. Jim Taylor to express the importance of mentality and psychology across sport, and particularly ski racing. Tune in!
Dr. Luna Ugrenović studied mental health referral experiences in collegiate, elite sport. Emphasizing how early, intentional engagement can shape athletes’ willingness to seek mental health help and their overall well-being. Learn more about her research and the advice she gives to alpine skiing organizations to assist with this process for their athletes.
Phil McNichol is on a mission to help clubs and academies unlock their full potential! Learn how to escape the endless cycle that hinders success and embrace strategies for growth both on and off the slopes.
With just a month left in the season, how you approach these final races can define your winter. Whether you’re riding the momentum of a breakout year, looking to turn a decent season into a great one, or trying to salvage a disappointing campaign, now is the time to push your limits. Will you play it safe or go all in? Click to find out how to finish strong and make the most of every remaining race.
Ski racing demands more than technical skills—it calls for an attitude that embraces risk and shuns regret. I have worked with racers from juniors to World Cuppers and consistently see that those who commit fully, even in the face of uncertainty, avoid the lasting sting of regret that comes from playing it safe.
It's the time of year when athletes need to perform in championship races.
Confidence is the most important mental “muscle” in ski racing.
Both parties can work together to help athletes be successful
The culture of a ski team can determine attitude and success for athletes all season.
Devote the same diligence to mental fitness as you do to physical fitness.
Stop. Relax. Then, start preparing for next season.
There are a lot of misconceptions about the role of results in achieving ski racing goals.
When you cross the finish line at the end of a race, can you make the two most important statements to ensure your success in the sport?
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