Ski and snowboard season is approaching and whether you plan to spend a couple days on the slopes or try to get over 100 days on your pass, some training and conditioning before the season starts can go a long way. While summer is often filled with activities like hiking, mountain biking, and generally being active, the muscles that are used in these are significantly different than the ones used in skiing and snowboarding and even if you are in prime physical shape, the first day on the mountain tends to be a leg burner.