The decision we make to embark on a ski vacation shouldn’t be taken lightly, but it doesn’t have to cost a ton of money, and it doesn’t have to drag the family to the other side of the world to visit some of the world’s greatest landscapes. awesome on the planet.
The perception of freezing to death and having to carry a mountain of gear is shattered by the reality of lots of sun, wearing the right clothes, and being able to rent first-class boots and skis at the resorts if you want to travel light. The sense of satisfaction and accomplishment you get from a ski vacation is second to none and provides a positive outlook on life.
For ski enthusiasts, there is nothing more exhilarating than a change of scenery, time away from work, and the sense of freedom from heavy lifting that skiing with nature brings us. Skiing has so many health benefits that it ticks the box for ‘great for you’ in so many ways. One of the things I love about ski vacations is that it is something the whole family can do together or I can do on my own. And for me, nothing beats a winter ski holiday as an escape from the drab, humid, windy and dark days and nights in the UK. Summer ski vacations are just as fun and can prepare me physically and mentally for the winter months ahead.
As someone who likes to try to stay in shape, I love the hours and days spent twirling and turning down the sunny, snowy slopes. I know this works on most major muscle groups to provide a complete workout, helping me build strength and endurance. It can take me all week in the gym to get the same exercise that a day on the slopes gives me. Not only that, but as someone who hates cardio work in the gym, skiing makes my heart go faster and provides a fun cardio session that I simply wouldn’t achieve in the gym. Especially if I combine it with a bit of cross country skiing and I get to walk around a bit.
Skiing improves fitness and endurance. Imagine a month on the slopes – boy would I have had muscles like Arnie! Unfortunately my ski vacation does not last more than a week. But in that week, I can be noticeably fitter, healthier and happier, skiing really ticks all the boxes for health. When it comes to working hard and having fun, skiing is one of the best sports you can do.
I’ve listed some of the health benefits of skiing below to help you decide if a ski vacation is for you:
* Improves Mood: Increases happiness and general well-being, including physical and mental health.
* Encourage social interaction: People naturally socialize as part of the ski experience.
* Promotes deep sleep: engages the whole body and leads to a good night’s sleep.
* Promote Healthy Eating Habits – Naturally, be more mindful of getting the right fuel, more protein, healthy fats, less sugar, more fruits and vegetables.
* Skiing improves proprioception: the ability to sense the position of different parts of the body and their movements.
* Improves balance and coordination: you must be aware of the slight movements and positions of your body.
* Strengthens Bones and Joints: Strengthens the knees and the bones become stronger through the weight bearing impact on the legs.
* Strengthens the muscles of the lower body: works the inner and outer part of the thighs, hamstrings, quadriceps and glutes.
* Improves flexibility: increasing flexibility helps prevent muscle strains and sprains.
* Increases cardiovascular endurance: works the heart and lungs and burns calories to help lose weight.
* Improves Balance and Core Strength – Challenge your balance and agility and help build that six pack.
For me, skiing is one of those activities that anyone of any ability can do and enjoy. Whether you’re looking for a new hobby to stay fit and healthy or considering a new sport to avoid mischief, skiing might be for you.
Whatever your level of activity or experience, a ski vacation can provide entertainment and fun for everyone.