As the last of the winter snow quickly turns to springtime torrents and mountain wildflowers start to bloom many of us tend to go into a holding pattern until next year and neglect sport specific training in favor of the host the hobbies the mountain lifestyle offers, but as sporty people we all like challenges. ย Watch this video, get off your ass and see how many you can do. ย Try to make it harder with the different ways to throw you off kilter and make a dealย to improve your performance before the first flurries in the fall….your body will appreciate it.

Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....