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On this episode, I share some exciting (and wild) updates—Shred Strong is now an Amazon bestseller, but not without a plot twist. The same day it launched, someone tried to rip off the title and cover. I’ll walk you through what happened, how it got resolved, and why it matters.

Then, we dive into the main focus: how to make the shift from off-season to pre-season training so you can ski stronger and with less risk of injury this year. I break down practical, skier-specific strategies you can start now to build real performance—not just go through the motions.

We talk about: ✅ The book theft story and how Amazon handled it ✅ Why generic gym routines fall short for skiers ✅ How to structure your preseason training for maximum impact ✅ Key movement tweaks you can add into daily life to get ski-ready ✅ Why I recommend starting preseason about 12 weeks out ✅ How to train for both performance and injury prevention

If you want to hit the slopes feeling stronger, more prepared, and ready to enjoy the season without setbacks, this episode gives you the game plan.

📌 Links & Resources Mentioned:

• Try the Legaski Club free for 14 days → https://legacyrehabandperformance.com/legaskiclub-signup

• Follow me on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/the_ski_pt/

• Book a call with me → https://www.meettheskipt.com/ 

On this episode, I unpack what it really takes to prevent and manage cartilage injuries—and why most skiers miss the mark when it comes to long-term joint health.

Whether you're dealing with early cartilage wear, managing chronic joint pain, or trying to stay ahead of future issues, this episode gives you a performance-based approach—not just generic advice.

We talk about:✅ Why cartilage injuries happen (and how to reduce your risk)✅ The hidden gaps in most injury prevention plans✅ Smart load management strategies to avoid flare-ups.✅ The difference between joint-friendly training vs. joint-stressing workouts✅ Key movement patterns to protect and support cartilage✅ When to back off—and when to push forward—with confidence

If you want to ski stronger, longer, and with fewer setbacks, this solo episode gives you the tools, strategies, and mindset to stay ahead of cartilage issues.

🎧 Follow me and learn more:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_ski_pt/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/legacyrehabandperformance.skiingWebsite: https://legacyrehabandperformance.com/skiing-homepageYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the_ski_pt

Get my book: http://www.shredstrongbook.com/Book a call with me: https://www.meettheskipt.com/

Try the Legaski Club free for 14 days: https://legacyrehabandperformance.com/legaskiclub-signup

On this episode, I sit down with Dr. Nick Kennedy, an orthopedic surgeon and skier who specializes in cartilage damage and arthritis in active adults.

We break down what actually happens when your cartilage wears away, what “bone-on-bone” really means, and what options skiers have to keep turning—even after a rough knee diagnosis.

We talk about:

✅ What cartilage actually is (And why it matters for skiing)

✅ How arthritis develops—and what it doesn’t mean

✅ Key non-surgical strategies to stay active with joint damage

✅ Bracing, injections, and activity modifications for longevity

✅ When surgery becomes a smart option—and which one to choose

✅ Why mindset is just as critical as mechanics in long-term skiing

If you've been told you're "too old" or your knees are "too far gone," this episode is packed with hope, clarity, and tools to keep you moving.

Reach out to Dr. Kennedy and follow him on social media: 

https://www.nickthekneemd.com/ 

https://www.instagram.com/nickthekneemd/ 

🎧 Follow me and learn more:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_ski_pt/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/legacyrehabandperformance.skiingWebsite: https://legacyrehabandperformance.com/skiing-homepage

Get my book: http://www.shredstrongbook.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the_ski_ptBook a call with me: https://www.meettheskipt.com/

Try the Legaski Club free for 14 days: https://legacyrehabandperformance.com/legaskiclub-signup

In this solo episode, I take you behind the scenes of my 33rd birthday—a day where I skied at Mt. Hood in the morning and surfed Seaside in the afternoon. But this episode isn’t just about an epic Pacific Northwest double.

It’s about what happens when you stop chasing “more” and start living with intention.

We talk about:✅ Why I used to feel like every adventure still wasn’t enough✅ The trap of achievement in outdoor culture✅ How comparison eats at contentment✅ Why I stopped measuring myself by the next goal✅ What true fulfillment feels like (hint: it’s not loud)✅ The biggest mindset shift I’ve made in my 30s

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but still feel like something’s missing—this one’s for you.

In this solo episode, I (Greg, The Ski PT) reflect on my summer ski trip to Mount Hood, my upcoming birthday, and one powerful lesson from a 94-year-old client named Peter that changed the way I view ski training forever.

This story shaped the final chapter of my book Shred Strong, and it’s all about building your own Eternal Season—the mindset and habits that let you keep skiing for decades, not just seasons.

We talk about: ✅ Why Peter could still ski at 90 ✅ How to build daily habits that support lifelong skiing ✅ The #1 offseason habit skiers overlook ✅ A simple way to train your non-dominant side ✅ What to do a month before ski season hits ✅ How to know if your body is actually ready for the slopes

Whether you’re in your 30s or your 70s, if you love skiing and want to keep doing it for life, this episode is your reminder: It’s not about one season—it’s about the Eternal Season.

📘 Grab your copy of Shred Strong before August 1st for just $1 👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FH8K57T2 

In this milestone episode, I sit down with Demelza Clay—ski coach, sports scientist, and co-leader of The Ski Coach Collective alongside Tom Gellie of Big Picture Skiing.

Demelza has coached at ski camps all over the world, from Engelberg to BC cat-skiing lodges, and brings a unique perspective to athlete development—especially when it comes to female skiers.

We dive into her journey from sports science to ski coaching, how coaching women differs from coaching men, and how she helps skiers prepare in the off-season to thrive when snow starts falling again.

We cover:

✅ The unique biomechanical differences in skiing for men vs. women✅ Tips for off-season conditioning that actually transfer to snow

Whether you’re curious about ski coaching, planning a trip, or looking to grow as a skier—this one’s packed with insight and practical tips from a true expert in the field.

🎿 Learn more about Demelza and her work:Demelza’s Website: https://www.demelzaclay.com/ 

Follow Demelza: https://www.instagram.com/demelza.clay/Ski Coach Collective: https://skicoachcollective.com

👉 Free 14-day trial of the Legaski Club: https://legacyrehabandperformance.com/legaskiclub-signup

In this episode, I sit down with Caroline Gleich—a professional ski mountaineer and climate activist—who shares her incredible story of summiting Mount Everest without having ACL surgery.

After tearing her ACL just months before her expedition, Caroline made the bold decision to rehab without surgery. We unpack what went into that decision, how she trained, and the mental fortitude it took to climb one of the world’s tallest peaks while managing an injury most assume requires surgery.

We cover a ton, including:

✅ Why she chose not to get ACL surgery—and how it changed her approach✅ How to build strength, balance, and confidence post-injury✅ The mindset shifts that helped her push through pain and self-doubt✅ What every skier should consider before choosing surgery✅ Why “listening to your body” isn’t just a cliché—it’s essential✅ How to advocate for your health and make decisions aligned with your values

Whether you’re navigating an ACL tear or just want to be inspired by what’s possible through grit and intention, this one is powerful.🔗 Resources mentioned: – Caroline’s Everest story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=YRtQ1rJk-eE 

 – Caroline’s website: https://www.carolinegleich.com – Caroline’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/carolinegleich

 – Caroline’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CarolineGleich 

🎧 Listen now at www.legaskipodcast.com/episode99 

📲 Ready to take your rehab or performance training seriously? Start your 14-day free trial of the Legaski Club: legacyrehabandperformance.com/legaskiclub-signup

In this episode, I sit down with Sam—a sports therapist and passionate skier based in Zurich—who tore his ACL and experienced a ski cut to his calf the following season.

As a fellow rehab professional, Sam offers a unique lens on injury recovery: balancing personal experience with clinical knowledge. We talk through the mental battles, the physical milestones, and how his approach as a therapist changed once he became the patient.

We cover a lot, including: ✅ What it’s like to rehab when you already know the protocol ✅ How to build a support system when you’re feeling isolated ✅ Lessons from treating athletes that he now applies to himself ✅ Tips for managing emotions and setting healthy expectations ✅ How to return to skiing with confidence—not just clearance

This one’s especially powerful for skiers in the thick of recovery, or anyone who’s ever felt the tension between what you should do… and what you feel ready for.

📲 Want help navigating your own rehab or return to snow?

Follow Sam’s journey on IG - https://www.instagram.com/samde__vries?igsh=MTlmcTY0ZmNmZnE5aA==

Start your 14-day free trial of the Legaski Club:  legacyrehabandperformance.com/legaskiclub-signup

In this episode, I’m joined by Brian Finch—a physical therapist, strength coach, and alpine ski coach based in Vermont who works with athletes chasing World Cup dreams.

Brian shares his journey from ski racing to PT to coaching elite skiers, and we dig into what separates high-level performers from the rest. From strength and conditioning to mental strategy and recovery, Brian brings a wealth of experience from the front lines of ski performance.

We cover:

- The biggest physical gaps that hold skiers back from progressing

- Why athletes should train more like sprinters than marathoners

- How to program strength for skiing vs. strength for aesthetics

- What World Cup athletes do differently when it comes to rehab

- When to push and when to back off during injury recovery

- How to approach testing, return-to-snow benchmarks, and more

Whether you’re a competitive skier, coach, or just serious about your training—this episode will give you a high-performance lens to view your own ski prep.

Want to train like the pros? Join the Legaski Club 14-day free trial: legacyrehabandperformance.com/legaskiclub-signup

I’ve been chasing the elusive hip drag turn for the past few seasons—and in this episode, I finally get some expert guidance.

Brian from Level Up Sports Academy (Level 3 Certified Ski Instructor) joins me to break down exactly what it takes to achieve higher edge angles. We dive deep into posture, strength training, ski setup, and why so many skiers miss the foundational elements that make buttery edge angles possible.

We also talk about mindset, terrain manipulation, and how most skiers are over-relying on boot fitting instead of improving how their bodies move. If you’ve ever wanted to get your hip to the snow—or just carve with more precision and control—this episode is packed with gems.

Here’s what we cover: ✅ Why posture might be your biggest limiter on snow ✅ The training methods that actually support hip drag technique ✅ How to safely build edge angle using terrain and turn shape ✅ Why ski stiffness, width, and radius all make a difference ✅ The truth about “perfect” outside ski pressure ✅ How Brian coaches balance and edge without brute force

Check out Brian’s content on Instagram: @levelupsports.academyWant to work with him? Visit: www.levelupsports.academy

And if you want to ski stronger next season, join the Legaski Club—my ski-specific training membership—for free for 14 days: legacyrehabandperformance.com/legaskiclub-signup

Or book a strategy call to see how we can work together: www.MeetTheSkiPT.com