Lifting and Skiing

[Rrolack]

Out of curiosity, do any of you lifters feel stronger and more powerful out on the slopes, now that you're in good physical shape? I've been lifting for about a year and have gained 17 lbs. of muscle mass, but I can't sense any difference in my strength/endurance during skiing. Perhaps this is normal, though I'd love to get some other perspectives.

[Zep]

I know one thing I learned a LONG time ago....don't EVER work triceps the day before you go skiing. I couldn't move my arms for about a week afterwords.

[ddegroff]

I grew up skiing and since I've been weight lifting my legs have never felt stronger.

[Jorge Sanchez]

I snowboard and I haven't noticed any huge differences. The extra weight I carry means I can butter my board real easy though.