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Skiing

Skiing Over 50: Stay Fit and Fast

I’ve been skiing for over 40 years, and I’ve seen firsthand how aging affects performance on the slopes. But here’s the good news—you don’t have to give up challenging runs, moguls, or powder days just because you’re getting older. With the right training and recovery strategies, you can maintain (or even improve) your skiing ability well into your later years. How Does Aging Affect Skiing Technique? I don’t fit the typical image of someone in their 60s. I train over 250 hours a year, run and hike more than 1,500 kilometers, and gain over 34,000 meters in elevation. During ski...

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Destinations / Skiing

Zillertal Arena: Your Complete Ski Adventure Guide

I’ve skied in many places across Austria, but there is one that I find particularly special — Zillertal Arena. There are plenty of other large resorts, but what makes Zillertal Arena stand out isn’t just the kilometers of slopes or the number of lifts (both of which are impressive). It’s the sheer expanse of the area, stretching from the Zillertal Valley in Tyrol to Krimml in Salzburgerland. These views are absolutely breath-taking when you reach the tops of the highest lifts. Staying there and letting the mountains unfold in every direction is simply incomparable. This is like an entire alpine...

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Skiing

Hestra Heli Ski Gloves: Mitt vs. 3-Finger – Which Should You Choose?

This review reflects my own honest opinion, and I purchased both of these gloves with my own money. I spend between 60 and 75 days a year skiing in various conditions, from groomed trails to powder bowls, often in freezing temperatures. My ski days are usually long, so keeping my hands warm and fully functional is essential. If you’ve ever suffered from cold, stiff fingers, you know how quickly that can ruin an otherwise amazing day. After many trials and glove failures, I finally settled on Hestra’s Army Leather Heli Ski gloves — specifically the Mitt, which I’ve owned since...

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Destinations / Skiing

Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau: Your Ideal Winter Wonderland

The winter season is getting closer every day. There is still a grey rainy picture outside my window, but my mailbox is full of Snow Alerts from Alpine ski resorts. Christmas is only a month and a half away, which means ski holidays have already begun. Haven’t completed your holiday plans yet or still on the hunt for ideal gifts? Glance through my Holiday Gift Guide. It has plenty of useful ideas to help you make your gifts as remarkable as the time you spend on the slopes. Some of you are going to winter holidays, while some of you...

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Skiing

Holiday Gift Guide for Skiers Over 50

This article may contain affiliate links so that I can earn a small commission with no cost to you if you buy something from the links, thank you in advance. I appreciate your support in using these links as it enables me to keep adding fresh content and suggestions to aid your skiing adventures on this site! I completely understand—finding the perfect present for a skier can be challenging! We tend to be quite fussy about our equipment and usually have a clear idea of what we want. But don’t fret; there are a few things that every skier will...

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Skiing

How to Avoid Injuries on the Slopes: Tips for Older Skiers

Any skier will tell you there’s nothing like a cool, clear winter day on the slopes: working your way down soft, white snow, navigating mogul after mogul as the sun beams through the trees. However, as we get older, our joints deteriorate, and our ability to recover from one of these spectacular runs may start to feel more limited. Fortunately, if you’re an older skier, there are several tried-and-true strategies you can use to minimize injury and stay in shape on the slopes. “Dialing it Back” “Dialing it back” doesn’t mean avoiding challenges altogether; it’s about tackling them when the...

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Skiing

Top 5 Exercises to Strengthen Your Legs for Skiing

Time flies and in just over a month, most of the ski resorts will open their doors for the first skiers. And hey, some higher resorts are already open! Here’s something you might not want to skip: getting your legs ready. Skiing is no small workout, and strong legs can make a big difference in how you handle those turns, hills, and unexpected bumps. I want to share with you some of my own favorite exercises to build and maintain leg strength.The good news? You don’t need fancy gym equipment to prepare. You can do them at home, in a...

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Skiing

Preparing for Ski Season After 50: A Guide from the Slopes

The winter season is almost at our doors and I have already started to sense this itching feeling. The day count has started for that moment when I will again hit the slopes. It also means it’s time to start preparing my body and mind for skiing adventures. If you’re like me, skiing is more than just a sport—it’s a way of reconnecting with nature, challenging yourself, and staying vibrant as the years go by.  But let’s face it: skiing after 50 requires more preparation than it did in our 30s. The good news? It’s absolutely possible to enjoy long...

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Hiking

Scarpa Mojito vs. Mescalito: A Long-Term Durability Test

This post may contain affiliate links. Meaning, I get a commission if you purchase through my links, at no cost to you. I decided to write this post because both Scarpa Mojito and Scarpa Mescalito Planet are my favorite outdoor shoes. Although they look pretty similar at first glance, they are far from being alike when it comes to everyday use. Scarpa Mojito: The Versatile Urban Companion I used Mojito’s for many years as my only shoe for the city and for easy hikes. Thanks to their extended lacing system, they feel like a second skin on your foot. It’s...

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Destinations / Hiking

Hiking in Austria: Exploring Gratlspitz’s Majesty via Holzalm Path

Today, I wish to share with you the tale of a journey to one of the most splendid summits nestled within the valleys of Wildschönau and Alpbach – the Gratlspitz. Its twin-peaked crown beckons with an enchanting allure. To reach the Gratlspitz summit, there are several routes, stemming from Alpbach or Wildschönau. Today, I shall recount the path that commences from the village of Thierbach, nestled in the Charming Wildschönau valley. Thierbach itself merits an account. Resting at an elevation of 1153 meters, it stands as Tyrol’s loftiest inhabited settlement. Amidst resplendent peaks and expansive alpine meadows, it imparts a...

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Hiking Fitness

Resuming Training: A Gentle Approach for Older Hikers After Setbacks

Life has a way of throwing unexpected curveballs our way. One moment, we’re filled with determination, discipline, and motivation, making great strides in our workout plan. But then, out of nowhere, we find ourselves confined to a hospital bed, surrounded by pain, fever, and a flurry of medical professionals. Fear takes hold, and our next workout session is the last thing on our minds. However, as time passes, healing begins, fear subsides, and eventually, we’re discharged and back in the comfort of our own home. In our eagerness to resume training, we hastily pick up where we left off, only...