Episode 006: Nick Ward
Nov 05, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 6
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Episode description
Today I sit down with Altis Programs Director Nick Ward. Nick has overseen the strength and conditioning programs for some of your favorite skiers including previous episode guest Kyle Smaine, and currently, olympic hopefuls Travis Ganong and his wife Marie-Michele Gagnon
Nicks possesses a knowledge and understanding of training on what I would consider a molecular level. He is a master in his craft and communicates complex ideas and principles in a digestible and enjoyable way.
In this episode we discuss:
- Training Olympic Athletes
- Altis + Athletic Development
- Mechanics of Ski Performance
- Individualizing Training Programs
- Mindset + Mentality
- Why Warming Up Matters Most
Currently, Nick is reading:
The Practice of Groundedness by Brad Stulberg
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