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Holistic heaven at Northstar’s Balance spa
Holistic heaven at Northstar’s Balance spa

In its new location, the Balance Holistic Health Spa is offering a range of treatments for the perfect pampering session. Find out about my spa day and all there is on offer from massages to yoga.

by Kate Thomas 12/09/2011 3:36 PM

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Top 4 off-mountain exercises for skiing success
Top 4 off-mountain exercises for skiing success

Your ski trip is still a ways off. Your schedule is too crammed to take some turns. What exercises can you do to keep your fitness in check but also make you ready to gun it when you do take to the slopes?

by Kate Bongiovanni 12/06/2011 10:01 PM

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Breckenridge Santa Fun Run sweeps through town
Breckenridge Santa Fun Run sweeps through town

The Breckenridge Race of the Santas swept through town yesterday, featuring hundreds of people dressed in Santa costumes racing to benefit Adopt an Angel Summit County. The variations on the traditional costumes were wide, including a mother-daughter...

by Beth Hartman 12/04/2011 11:20 AM

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Northstar's top 5 ice skating tricks
Northstar's top 5 ice skating tricks

Impress family and friends on the ice with these easy ice skating tricks. The rink at Northstar California is up and running bringing even more fun to the village apres ski.

by Kate Thomas 11/30/2011 12:37 AM

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Tips to stay strong and healthy from the US Ski Team
Tips to stay strong and healthy from the US Ski Team

You may think that skiing alone will be enough to maintain your strength to get through the season. But if you want to have world class ski legs, and prevent injury, it might just take a little more.

by Anonymous 11/22/2011 12:02 PM

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Do you need a three-layer shell?
Do you need a three-layer shell?

Hardshell jackets and pants use two to three layers of protection. Here’s how to know what you need.

by Kelly Bastone 11/14/2011 10:15 AM

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Top five tips for staying energized on the slopes
Top five tips for staying energized on the slopes

With new mountains opening up every week, now is the time to start thinking about how to stay energized all day when you're out on the slopes. Here are several strategies for having a great day once you are up there.

by Beth Hartman 11/13/2011 9:57 AM

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New law aims to enhance ski area summer opportunities
New law aims to enhance ski area summer opportunities

The U.S. Senate recently passed the Ski Area Recreational Opportunity Enhancement Act which will clarify exactly which activities will be allowed on US Forest Service property at ski areas.

by Larisa Graham 11/09/2011 12:00 PM

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How to give your glutes a ski-shape workout
How to give your glutes a ski-shape workout

No buts about it, we have to work our rears before we hit the mountain. Try some of these moves to make skiing feel easier this season.

by Kate Bongiovanni 11/09/2011 11:13 AM

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Jump on a trampoline, improve your balance for skiing
Jump on a trampoline, improve your balance for skiing

How do I get in shape for skiing? By jumping on a trampoline! This fun, aerobic activity works the body, mind, and social skills you need come ski season.

by Kate Thomas 10/28/2011 1:04 PM

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How to get fit for ski season with yoga
How to get fit for ski season with yoga

Building great ski fitness is easy with yoga, the perfect way to build strength, flexibility and balance: essential elements of grace and speed on the slopes, not to mention injury prevention.

by Beth Hartman 10/21/2011 3:14 PM

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PEAKS Magazine now available
PEAKS Magazine now available

Filled with insightful information about planning a ski or snowboard vacation, PEAKS Magazine hits news stands and web pages this week. Get a sneak peek here.

by Andy Bigford 10/07/2011 2:39 PM

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