Background: 5'10", 190 lbs. I was a reasonably athletic skier with no formal training or lessons. I read the essentials book a few years ago given to me by a student of mine as we discussed pre-season ski fitness; I am a fitness professional residing in Avon, CO and my student was asking how to incorporate slant board training into his program. As I read the book cover to cover, I noticed a testimony in the book by my close friend and ski partner, Paul Kulas. Paul never mentioned his attitude towards the culture of PMTS until I mentioned the testimony, and he subsequently began to help me understand what I read, and how to get rid of bad habits that were never apparent to me.
I wish I had video from before I read the book. Nonetheless, I got a pair of Peak 84's in a 177, and TT80 in a 176 and began the journey. My goals are to continue to aspire to ski like the greats. Also, my spine is fused from T1-L2, I had a massive spine operation 20 years ago and live relatively pain free. I need to continue my progress to keep my skiing as efficient as possible to avoid complications.
Please give me constructive, critical feedback. I have no illusions of grandeur. What do I need to work on? Is this reasonable skiing, or am I off the mark? I want to go into the season with goals, but I need help figuring out what those are.
Thanks!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0l6-sWmwSuU