Train with Intention, Play with Purpose with guest John Smits | S1E11

In this episode hosted by Geneviève Pilotto and Rob Whelan, guest and CASI Alumni John Smits shares insights on training for snowboarding, off-season preparation, injury prevention, and effective home workouts. John is a CASI Level 4 Evaluator and former Regional Coordinator of Alberta/BC, now residing in the UK where he’s raising his young family and working as a Personal Trainer. Discover practical tips on periodization, cross-training, and building a resilient athletic foundation so that you can come into next season ready to attack your riding goals.CHAPTERS02:14 - Training Philosophy and Goals23:02 - Seasonal Training Considerations35:42 - Practical Training Tips and Scenarios01:03:56 - ResourcesRESOURCCESKelly Starrett “The Ready State” @thereadystateAaron Horschig “Squat University” @squat_universitySteve Magness “Mental and Physical Performance” @stevemagnessJeremy Frisch “Youth Athletic Development” @jeremy_frisch17Mobility Duo “Snowboard specific strength training” @mobilityduoONLINE MEMBER SESSIONSTraining Tips for Preseason and Beyond - https://youtu.be/iQGAo9l0Rk0?si=MzFfgvH28qLRPMHAOff Season Cross Training - https://youtu.be/qnT9IQZWkrY?si=HGl-rl180Ip1qUnyCONNECT WITH USSubscribe, share, leave a reviewSuggest topics, guests or give us feedback: [email protected] info at https://casi-acms.com/podcast/HOSTS & GUESTRob Whelan @robwhelanridesGeneviève Pilotto @genpilottoJohn Smits @john5mits