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Get Fit For Skiing
Endurance, strength and flexibility are major factors in your fitness when going on a ski or snowboard holiday.
The more training you put in the less chance you have of injury. Your skiing and boarding is better when a person is fit and you will bounce back better in the mornings after a full day on the slopes.
Aim for 20 minutes to an hour of aerobic activity at least three times a week for at least 6 weeks before your holiday.
Cycling is a favourite of the world class skiers to get fit as it minimises the impact on the knees, builds leg strength and cardio.
Cross trainers and swimming are also good ways to build yourself up. Swimming really helps with upper body strength.
Running is a favourite of many but be aware that over training can damage your knees which is no good for skiing.
Be like Chemmy and do lunges to build up your leg strength. Yoga and Pilates are also perfect for strengthening your inner core.
Before skiing and at the end of the day remember to stretch out. It is important to stretch out your leg muscles at the end of the day to avoid stiffness. Use the hot tub and sauna if there is one in your chalet or hotel. It really makes a difference!
Have a look at the Daily Telegraph fit for skiing page for specific ski fit exercises. Remember to get out on your bike and do the lunges!
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Sleeps up to 14Chalet Les Brames is a luxurious chalet with the finest cuisine. Chic alpine interiors mix with a traditional alpine ambience to provide a 5 star chalet holiday experience.Chalet Les Brames offers the ultimate chalet experience and plenty of privacyprices from:
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Sleeps up to 90 (100)A fabulous hotel with spa in the centre of Meribel. Lovers of fine food and wine will love the gastronomic delights that the chef produces.prices from:
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Sleeps up to 130 (150)The Hotel L’Helios is a luxurious ski in/ski out hotel with spaprices from:
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Sleeps up to 6Bright and modern 3 bedroom apartment with South facing balcony in central Meribel.prices from:
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Sleeps up to 8A fabulous chalet with sunny balcony, cosy sofas and a wood burning stove.prices from:
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Sleeps up to 8 (10)A duplex 4 bedroom 8-10 person apartment located very close to the resort centre and the slopes.prices from:
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Sleeps up to 12A spacious 5 bedroom 12 person self catering chalet in a good location a short walk to the resort centre and close to a ski bus stop.prices from:
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Sleeps up to 4 (6)A pleasant 2 bedroom 4-6 person apartment superbly located on the slopes at the main Chaudanne area.prices from:
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Sleeps up to 28A fantastic location in the centre of Meribel close to the slopes. Ideal for a short break.prices from:
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Sleeps up to 4 (6)A very convenient 2 bedroom apartment in the resort centreprices from:
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Sleeps up to 10 (12)Chalet La Fuge has a fabulous location across the piste from the resort centre and practically ski in/ski outprices from:
£6,000
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Sleeps up to 10 (12)A 10-12 person 5 bedroom spacious apartment in the resort centre and close to the slopes.prices from:
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Sleeps up to 12 (13)Chalet Serpolet is a lovely stylish chalet near the centre of Meribel with Hot tub, Cinema room and Games room.prices from:
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Sleeps up to 14 (15)This is a stunning ski in/ski out chalet. Close to the slopes and with an outdoor hot tub - what more could you ask for?prices from:
£42,990
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Sleeps up to 14A lovely chalet in a superb location just below the main square of Meribelprices from:
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