Ankles Quote by Ted Ligety
“Something I still work on today is ankle flexion—ankle pressure in your boots. There is no way to turn or have your skis carve unless you’re going down the hill leaning forward, and that puts you in a good athletic position to do whatever you want to do on your skis—make quick turns, make long turns, or absorb bumps.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Ski Technique Discussion, 2020
Effective skiing relies on ankle flexion and forward lean to enable carving, turning, and shock absorption.
In simple terms: Ankle movement and leaning forward improve ski control.
Key Takeaway
Focus on ankle flexibility and posture while skiing.
Themes
skiing
technique
balance
Mood
focused
determined
Type
instructional
technical
When to use this quote
- Ski lessons
- training drills
- mountain runs
- competition preparation
Key Concepts
Biomechanics
motor control
Questions to Reflect On
- How does ankle flexibility affect turn radius?
- What drills improve forward lean?
A Different Perspective
Limited to downhill skiing; not applicable to flat terrain.
