About 10 years ago we been skiing in Zillertal valley and we took ski lessons from local ski instructor, who in his 70s , as daily routine, wakes up about about 3am, then does his works at the farm, feeding cows, cleaning etc etc then get 9am at the ski school. And he was saying skiing and giving a lessons its kinda rest time for him :)
Im office type of work, and I found what works for me is going for a exercise at the lunch time. btw, I did sprint last week, but it probably doesnt count as Im doing whole year round non stop my own "ski prep" program :) Im not pro skier, and only able to ski couple of weeks in the Alps but the idea is to prep myself as much as possible to get most of that little time in the mountains.
Thanks for another great pod cast! First of all, as one gets older it's more and more about consistency. I had a six week break from exercising this summer and it took me between six and twelve weeks to get back to the shape I had before the summer. When talking to older people that are active this always comes as one of their first keys to being able to running marathons at 80 or whatever is their thing. Second, as a consequence, exercising (almost) always has to be a top priority. Most things in life can actually be postponed. Well, not infants so Andy may be excused. So first I plan what gym classes I should go to and then I plan work and social events around that. Sometimes it doesn't work as planned, sometimes not even for weeks, and then it's important to not quit. The rest of your life starts now. Now time to go to the gym and work the core and gluts!
I've actually been doing, since the start of the Covid lockdowns, exactly what was said at 26:32 as a baseline everyday routine. Everyday, apart from ski days and days were I would only be doing harm to my body by doing this, I do a minimum of a 100 push-ups, abdominal reps (not just sit ups) and squats if I feel like I have been too lazy during the day. Honsetly, the 100 reps per day thing is quality to instil a "workout" discipline as it isn't very time consuming and can be done everywhere. You can even do this whilst watching a football match during the half-time and pauses.
I applaud your discipline! Many people do not have your drive. The 100 reps fad can be a problem for some people who do not know how best to use this style of raining but it seems like you have everything in hand.
Thought-provoking podcast! Here are a few of mine: Nature gave us summer to train for the ski season! I started gym training in earnest for the upcoming season last April shortly after returning from Andy's March Snow Camp. Re sustaining discipline: If I've been off for more than three days due to work or travel, I start back easy so that I don't have an adverse reaction. During weeks when I can get there every day, I always strive to do at least as much as I did the day before, plus a small increment on top. It's about consistency, not heroism! Re sprinting: I have metal in one knee. You are right; the thought of sprinting makes me uneasy. Nevertheless, I like the bumps and always seek them out. Paradox! Taking motivation from another of your podcasts, I started always squatting to put my tea bag into the compost pot which is at floor level or to pick up the cat food bowl. After a while, it started to feel good, kind of like a stretch. Now I always do it.
20 push ups before your drink coffee!!! Most people would just give up drinking coffee 😂. It's a great observation from you to see that we spend a lot of time waiting for something and this dead time can be used constructively. You drink 2 coffees a day and you could do 20 push ups and 20 squats every day which is more than many people normally do who say they do not have time.
I did a bit of sprinting this summer with my 10 year oldOld son, He plays soccer at a high level. I. Pulled a hamstring 2 out of 3 times over the course of 3 months.. I've been working out my hamstrings ever since
Just go and buy two loadable dumbbells. They don't take up a lot of space and having them home you can easily find some time to use them, e.g. while watching TV, without the hassle of preparing and going out to a gym. And you can exercise the whole body with them. That's what I did. Also stopped using elevators.
You obviously have the discipline and drive to do a home workout, just like myself. Many people just can't do this and the dusty exercise bike in the corner of the room with clothes hanging from it are proof. You are right when you say just take the stairs - one year doing that is already a big change for many. Thanks for the comment.
I’m 73 and have bad knees. Even though I’m a ski instructor, I’m not physcially able to drag knuckles on a groomed run or ski a zipper line in the bumps. My frustration is that I cannot find instruction about techniques with realistic goals for the best level of skiing given my limitations or as a guide for teaching students who at best will be intermediate to advanced level skiers. I feel I’ve been left to make those judgments for myself. I don’t know whether it should be that way or not. //Marshall
This is a fantastic comment Marshall. There are way too many videos and information discussing so called "high-end" skiing. Most people do not have the athleticism or age on their side to reach those "stars"... I feel a serious of videos and tutorials with realistic goals is in the pipe line. Thanks Marshall!
Are you suggesting that old people who are healthy and reasonably fit should not go skiing? As that is what it sounds like to me. I'm 66, live on my own and are quite active, as I have to do everything.
How are you preparing for the slopes this season?
About 10 years ago we been skiing in Zillertal valley and we took ski lessons from local ski instructor, who in his 70s , as daily routine, wakes up about about 3am, then does his works at the farm, feeding cows, cleaning etc etc then get 9am at the ski school. And he was saying skiing and giving a lessons its kinda rest time for him :)
It helps when your job is so physical but most people, thanks to modern day computers etc., are sitting 10 hours a day.
Im office type of work, and I found what works for me is going for a exercise at the lunch time. btw, I did sprint last week, but it probably doesnt count as Im doing whole year round non stop my own "ski prep" program :) Im not pro skier, and only able to ski couple of weeks in the Alps but the idea is to prep myself as much as possible to get most of that little time in the mountains.
Sounds like all is in hand!
Thanks for another great pod cast!
First of all, as one gets older it's more and more about consistency. I had a six week break from exercising this summer and it took me between six and twelve weeks to get back to the shape I had before the summer. When talking to older people that are active this always comes as one of their first keys to being able to running marathons at 80 or whatever is their thing.
Second, as a consequence, exercising (almost) always has to be a top priority. Most things in life can actually be postponed. Well, not infants so Andy may be excused. So first I plan what gym classes I should go to and then I plan work and social events around that. Sometimes it doesn't work as planned, sometimes not even for weeks, and then it's important to not quit. The rest of your life starts now.
Now time to go to the gym and work the core and gluts!
Great points. Planning your life around the gym is a big tip!
Hi there im from bariloche 🇦🇷
Cool! See you next year!
I've actually been doing, since the start of the Covid lockdowns, exactly what was said at 26:32 as a baseline everyday routine. Everyday, apart from ski days and days were I would only be doing harm to my body by doing this, I do a minimum of a 100 push-ups, abdominal reps (not just sit ups) and squats if I feel like I have been too lazy during the day. Honsetly, the 100 reps per day thing is quality to instil a "workout" discipline as it isn't very time consuming and can be done everywhere. You can even do this whilst watching a football match during the half-time and pauses.
I applaud your discipline! Many people do not have your drive. The 100 reps fad can be a problem for some people who do not know how best to use this style of raining but it seems like you have everything in hand.
Thought-provoking podcast! Here are a few of mine:
Nature gave us summer to train for the ski season! I started gym training in earnest for the upcoming season last April shortly after returning from Andy's March Snow Camp.
Re sustaining discipline: If I've been off for more than three days due to work or travel, I start back easy so that I don't have an adverse reaction. During weeks when I can get there every day, I always strive to do at least as much as I did the day before, plus a small increment on top. It's about consistency, not heroism!
Re sprinting: I have metal in one knee. You are right; the thought of sprinting makes me uneasy. Nevertheless, I like the bumps and always seek them out. Paradox!
Taking motivation from another of your podcasts, I started always squatting to put my tea bag into the compost pot which is at floor level or to pick up the cat food bowl. After a while, it started to feel good, kind of like a stretch. Now I always do it.
This is great feedback Richard. I am happy that you find adopting some of my tips helpful. I look forward to seeing you in resort soon.
It's called "Earn your coffee" - while the coffee is brewing do 20 pushups; every morning; progress in intensity-variation if too easy
20 push ups before your drink coffee!!! Most people would just give up drinking coffee 😂. It's a great observation from you to see that we spend a lot of time waiting for something and this dead time can be used constructively. You drink 2 coffees a day and you could do 20 push ups and 20 squats every day which is more than many people normally do who say they do not have time.
or bike to a coffee shop
Some fitness videos would be great! Thanks.
Starting this Saturday!
Could you do some advice for ski instructors who can’t find work with the EU
I did a bit of sprinting this summer with my 10 year oldOld son, He plays soccer at a high level. I. Pulled a hamstring 2 out of 3 times over the course of 3 months..
I've been working out my hamstrings ever since
Exactly! What happened to us all. We need to stay explosive. Thanks for the comment.
Just go and buy two loadable dumbbells. They don't take up a lot of space and having them home you can easily find some time to use them, e.g. while watching TV, without the hassle of preparing and going out to a gym. And you can exercise the whole body with them. That's what I did. Also stopped using elevators.
You obviously have the discipline and drive to do a home workout, just like myself. Many people just can't do this and the dusty exercise bike in the corner of the room with clothes hanging from it are proof. You are right when you say just take the stairs - one year doing that is already a big change for many. Thanks for the comment.
I’m 73 and have bad knees. Even though I’m a ski instructor, I’m not physcially able to drag knuckles on a groomed run or ski a zipper line in the bumps. My frustration is that I cannot find instruction about techniques with realistic goals for the best level of skiing given my limitations or as a guide for teaching students who at best will be intermediate to advanced level skiers. I feel I’ve been left to make those judgments for myself. I don’t know whether it should be that way or not. //Marshall
This is a fantastic comment Marshall. There are way too many videos and information discussing so called "high-end" skiing. Most people do not have the athleticism or age on their side to reach those "stars"... I feel a serious of videos and tutorials with realistic goals is in the pipe line. Thanks Marshall!
first like and first comment 🎉
Committed! :)
Are you suggesting that old people who are healthy and reasonably fit should not go skiing? As that is what it sounds like to me. I'm 66, live on my own and are quite active, as I have to do everything.