97. Training and Rehabbing Like World Cup Skiers (feat. Brian Finch)

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 moreWhether 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