Oct,15 Update

Hello Everyone,

In Kelowna this past weekend it was very nice. Sunny and around 14 degrees C down town.

My family and I did work on our yard, raking leaves, moving more dirt and so on.

I also worked on some more counter tops so I could install them on the weekend.

I did play golf yesterday. played good! Shot a 80! I have learned a lot this summer about golf and improving performance in different sports. In my golf swing I had a slice ball flight. After getting one lesson from a teacher and reading some golf tips I have managed to control my swing plane and hit straighter shots with confidence. The biggest change was slowing my swing down on the take away, and not rushing the down swing. If I try to pull with my arms too quickly at the top of my swing it creates a outside, in swing plane. Also at the top of the swing it is important to switch my balance to the front foot. ( For me my left foot) That also dictates swing plane. The first step to change was to know my problem in Technique. Then mentally see the swing I want. Rhythm is also important to control the swing plane so sometimes I would count in my mind to create a smooth swing.

For many in skiing I have seen many of you trying to rush your turn too. At the top of the turn or the edge change, a balance shift is essential. Now many try to Rush the pressure and loose the the amount of edge angle. There is some time needed after the edge and balance change to make smooth edge angle. It is a falling inside the turn or down the fall line feeling. Pressure is then applied and the ski will accelerate down the falling.

Now during the falling phase the skis must not pivot down the fall line. They must stay on the line of momentum.

The balance change at the top of the turn is just done by slightly moving our CENTER OF BALANCE from side to side. Not from big movement from the hips.

During all puts of the turn our front and back balance must stay balanced in the center. Not too much back or front. The Key is keep your head, shoulders , arms in a athletic position forward and low.

I am looking forward to a success full winter and seeing you all improve your skills and results!

Bye for now.

Doug