SKIER’S EDGE
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Did someone say get fit to ski? How about cross training for the Berlin Marathon at the same time? News producer Vanessa Graham works crazy hours and makes up for it with regular snow trips to Japan, Canada, Argentina, etc.
If you think the Skier's Edge is purely a ski fitness machine forget it. The exercise equipment provides the ultimate cardio workout, arguably better than an exercise bike.
Not only does it allow you to push your heart rate above the fat-burning zone, it singes your quadriceps in the most beneficial way. It is terrific for interval sessions and far more enjoyable than running stairs or doing seated squats.
Most recently, I used it in my preparation for the Berlin marathon. Of course, I was following a rigorous running program, but the Skier's Edge made for a sensational alternative on cross training days. It also broke up the monotony.
Following the marathon, my husband and I trained on the machine daily in the lead up to our most-recent ski trip to Canada with splendid results. There was no day-one leg burn and we were able to tackle steep terrain from the moment we arrived, with no stops along the way.
During Covid lockdowns, the Skier's Edge was also a saviour. We could meet our exercise quota from the comfort of our living room, as it is compact and portable.
During this period – and admittedly with a separate, focused diet – my husband shed 40% of his body weight to get back to where he was 20 years ago, which made a massive difference to his on snow stamina - kind of handy at Revelstoke in February! We would not be without our Skier's Edge. —Vanessa Graham
The Graham’s purchased their Skier’s Edge system in 2016 More info: Skiedgefitness.com.au