Prepare for the slopes with confidence
Ski Fit & Ski-Mojo Fitting
Pre-season assessment, targeted strength training, and specialist equipment fitting. Get slope-ready with ForceDecks testing, injury prevention, and Ski-Mojo exoskeleton support.
Integrated ski preparation combining clinical assessment, evidence-based strength training, and certified equipment fitting for confident, injury-free skiing.
- ✓45 and 60-minute initial assessments available
- ✓Clear plan before you leave
- ✓No pressure to commit
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Why Pre-Season Preparation Matters
Skiing demands explosive power, reactive control, force absorption, and rapid direction changes. Getting slope-ready isn't just about cardio — it requires targeted, measurable preparation.
Identify Weaknesses Early
ForceDecks reveals hidden gaps in strength, balance, and power before they become injuries on the slopes.
Build Ski-Specific Strength
Core stability, leg power, and balance — the foundations of confident skiing that cardio alone can't build.
Prevent Common Injuries
ACL/MCL tears, knee pain, shoulder injuries — addressed before they happen through targeted preparation.
Extend Your Skiing Years
Proper preparation and equipment support mean more days on the mountain, season after season.
Getting slope-ready isn't just about cardio. Skiing demands explosive power, reactive control, and the ability to absorb unpredictable forces.
Integrated Ski Preparation
Assessment + Strength + Equipment + Support — four components working together for complete ski readiness.
ForceDecks Assessment
Ski-specific force plate testing: squat jump, countermovement jump, asymmetry analysis, and reactive strength. Objective data that guides every decision.
Customised Strength & Prevention Plan
Targeted training for core stability, balance, muscle strength, and injury prevention — built from your ForceDecks data, not generic templates.
Equipment Fitting
Ski-Mojo exoskeleton fitting by certified practitioners — the right support for your body and your goals.
Progress Tracking & Support
Reassessment, plan adaptation, and ongoing support from pre-season conditioning through to post-injury recovery.
Every component reinforces the others. Assessment informs your plan. Strength work supports your equipment. Equipment enhances your performance. Together, they get you slope-ready.
ForceDecks Testing: Ski-Specific Assessment
Reveals exactly where your body needs support before you head to the mountains. The same technology used by elite sports teams, applied to your ski preparation.
Squat Jump & CMJ
Jump height, peak force, and power output — measuring your explosive capacity for the demands of skiing.
Limb Asymmetry
A 10%+ difference between legs significantly increases injury risk. We identify left-right imbalances before the slopes expose them.
Reactive Strength
Drop jump testing measures force absorption and reproduction — critical for moguls, variable terrain, and unexpected impacts.
Rate of Force Development
How quickly you generate force — essential for rapid direction changes, edge-to-edge transitions, and emergency stops.
How Your Data Guides the Programme
Single-leg strength work for asymmetry correction
Lateral agility and balance training
Core and hip stability exercises
Plyometric and eccentric control work
Four components needed for injury-free skiing: strength, balance, agility, and explosive power. ForceDecks tells us exactly where to focus.
The Ski Fit Programme
From first assessment to slope-ready confidence — a structured, progressive approach.
Fitness level, movement patterns, injury history, skiing goals and experience. We understand where you are and where you want to be.
Objective ski-specific benchmarks — squat jump, countermovement jump, limb asymmetry, and reactive strength index.
Targeted strength and injury prevention programme based on your data. Every exercise chosen for a reason.
Core stability, balance, muscle strength, and progressive overload. Building the physical foundations for confident skiing.
Reassessment, plan adaptation, and technique refinement. We measure improvement and adjust as you develop.
How to book: Book your initial physiotherapy assessment and mention 'SKI-FIT' so we can tailor the session to your ski preparation goals.
Strength Assessment & Benchmarks
Tangible targets that tell us where you are and guide where you need to be. These benchmarks help us identify vulnerabilities before the slopes.
30 reps
Bodyweight Squats
Beginner foundation — muscular endurance baseline for ski demands
75–150% BW
Barbell Back Squat
75–100% BW females / 125–150% BW males — advanced strength target
14 in 30s
Single-Leg Squats
Minimum target per leg — unilateral strength and balance
Baseline
Plank / Side Plank
Core endurance foundation — essential for posture and control on slopes
Benchmark
Counter-Movement Jump
Explosive power measurement — key indicator of ski-specific capacity
Conditioning Methods
Ski-Mojo: Spring-Powered Exoskeleton
Not just for injured skiers — a performance enhancer for everyone on the mountain.
What It Is
The Ski-Mojo is a spring-based powered exoskeleton — a new generation orthosis, not a regular brace. It attaches to your ski boots and waist, using calibrated springs to support your body weight.
Think of it as power steering for your legs. The springs absorb and redistribute forces, reducing the work your muscles and joints have to do on every turn.
How It Works
Reduces load on your knees by up to 30%. The spring mechanism absorbs impact and redistributes forces away from your joints — delaying fatigue and eradicating the sore legs that cut ski days short.
Whether you're managing arthritis, aging knees, or simply want longer, more comfortable days on the mountain — Ski-Mojo extends your skiing capacity.
Key Benefits
Increases performance and pleasure on the slopes
Delays muscle fatigue for longer ski days
Eradicates sore legs and achy knees
Relief for knee, hip, and lower back pain
Extends skiing years — ski stronger for longer
Not just support — genuine performance enhancement
Official Revendeur
Method Physiotherapy is an official Ski-Mojo revendeur — certified to fit and supply Ski-Mojo exoskeletons.
From £600
Starting price for Ski-Mojo exoskeleton. Fitting consultation priced separately.
"The Ski-Mojo is the most impressive piece of ski equipment I've seen in years. It genuinely transforms how you feel on the mountain — less fatigue, more confidence, more fun."
— Raphaël Burtin, Ski Coach
Common Ski Injuries & Prevention
Most ski injuries are preventable. Pre-season preparation — strength, balance, and appropriate equipment — significantly reduces your risk on the slopes.
Proactive prevention beats reactive treatment. Our integrated approach — ForceDecks assessment, targeted strength work, and appropriate equipment — addresses the root causes of ski injuries before they happen.
Pre-Season Conditioning
A phased approach that builds progressively towards ski-specific fitness. Start early for the best results.
Mobility, core activation, general strength, and cardiovascular base. Building the platform everything else sits on.
Progressive loading, single-leg work, squats and lunges. Developing the raw strength your legs need on the mountain.
Plyometrics, lateral agility, reactive drills, and eccentric control. Translating strength into explosive, ski-specific movement.
Explosive movements, balance challenges, fatigue resistance, and slope simulation. Final preparation for the demands of skiing.
Start early. The best time to begin ski conditioning is 8–12 weeks before your trip. Even 4–6 weeks of targeted preparation makes a significant difference.
Who Is Ski Fit For?
Whether you're a first-time skier or a seasoned veteran, pre-season preparation and the right equipment make every run better.
Recreational Skiers
Ski with confidence
Build a solid foundation, reduce injury risk, and enjoy more of the mountain. You don't need to be an expert to benefit from expert preparation.
Advanced Skiers
Push your limits safely
Enhance performance, tackle challenging terrain, and push limits with the physical capacity to match your ambition.
Injured or Recovering
Return to the slopes safely
Safe return to skiing with appropriate support, conditioning, and equipment. We manage the transition from recovery to performance.
Older Skiers
Extend your skiing years
Ski-Mojo exoskeleton support, targeted strength training, and injury prevention. More comfortable days on the mountain, season after season.
Meet Your Ski Fit Team
Certified equipment fitters, experienced coaches, and clinical specialists — your ski preparation team.
Mike Aunger
Clinical Specialist - Lower Limb
Mike has been working in physiotherapy for over a decade, specialising in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, post-surgical recovery, and strength and conditioning. His background includes elite academy football and a decade of private practice. Mike founded Method Physiotherapy to deliver structured, outcome-tracked rehabilitation that gets people back to the sport and training they love.
Tilemachos Pissas
Clinical Specialist - Upper Limb
Tile brings specialist expertise in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and sports rehabilitation. With extensive experience in clinical assessment and exercise-based rehabilitation, he delivers structured, evidence-based programmes that address root cause rather than managing symptoms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about ski preparation, Ski-Mojo fitting, and the Ski Fit programme.