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Fit Gift Guide: Snowboarder
The gift-giving holidays are just around the corner and to spare you some of the last-minute shopping stress, the Sugar sites are creating ever-helpful gift guides.
Do you have a snowboarder in your life? Here are some gift ideas they're sure to be able to use on the mountain.
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Get Fit for Snowboarding
Starting out snowboarding, whether new to the season or new to the sport altogether, is an incredible workout. I love finding additional fitness outlets during Winter months, especially things that are super fun. One thing to keep in mind, however, is you'll get the most out of the season if you hit the slopes already trained.
Love Snowboarding? Then You'll Love the Sideways Bike
Riding a bike is a childhood milestone. Once you master the technique, you'll know how to ride for life. Cycling requires left-to-right balance, like walking, so it is easy to learn.
Snowboarding 101
You've made up your mind - this winter you're going to learn to snowboard. Just so you know, your bum and the snow are going to become BFF. Don't stress - in the beginning, snowboarding is all about falling and laughing.
How Many Calories Do You Burn in 1 Hour of Snowboarding?
Depending on what kind of snowboarder you are, will determine whether or not it's a work out or just a day out.
- Maybe you're just learning and spending more time on your butt than on your feet.
- Maybe you've been out lots of times and you're practicing stopping and turning.
- Or maybe you've been snowboarding for practically your whole life and you're working on your tricks.
Get Your Butt in Gear: Gretchen Bleiler For Oakley
January is just around the corner, and that means it's time to play in the snow. Are you mountain ready? If you're in need of fresh gear, check out the new collection that snowboarding superstar Gretchen Bleiler designed for Oakley — and you thought they only made sunglasses.
Customize Your Burton Board For a Pretty Penny
Whether you're new to snowboarding or have been riding for years, wouldn't you be psyched if you could design your own board? The Series 13 website from Burton allows you to do just that.
First you choose the style and size board you want from 15 of Burton's high-end boards costing between $800 to $1200.
Going Downhill and Fast? Protect Your Noggin
I am certainly looking forward to hitting the slopes this snow season, but I just read an alarming piece of news. It seems that although traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord injuries are rare in downhill skiing and snowboarding, rates of injury are on the rise. The upward trend in injuries matches the growing trend of acrobatic moves on the slopes.
Now Is the Time to Get Ready For the Slopes
Even though we're in the middle of Fall and I've yet to see any real signs of snow, experts say now is the time to get your butt in gear for Winter sports. Days on the slopes can be long and require a good amount of endurance, especially if you're the type who likes to visit the mountains for an extended weekend or even longer.
Veteran Winter Olympic athletes like ski racer Daron Rahlves and snowboarder Elena Hight recommend doing specific training for Winter sports six to eight weeks before the season starts.
Gifts For Active Snow Bunnies
Although snow may not be falling in your neck of the woods just yet, it's never too early to start thinking about all the people in your life who love playing in that fluffy white stuff.
If you have a friend or family member who's big into hitting the mountain, here are some gift ideas that are sure to keep her warm and happy. Although picking out ski or snowboard equipment is best left up to her, these items are sure to make wintertime even better.
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