Skiing Guide: Equipment Care, Leg Exercises and Winter Safety

Leg exercises for skiing help build the quadriceps and glutes needed for downhill control. Proper equipment maintenance, like cleaning boot liners and drying gloves, is essential for a safe day on the slopes.

How to Get Rid of Sore Legs From Skiing

Published Sep,06 2011 | By Melissa McNamara

Delayed onset muscle soreness, or DOMS, is caused by microscopic tears to your muscle fibers after intense physical activity that result in inflammation of the muscles. The pain is most noticeable the day after skiing.