K2 Omni 5.5 Alpine Ski

The K2 Omni 5.5 alpine ski will help you achieve all of your on-mountain goals. The Omni 5.5 will take you everywhere from moderate to steep groomers to the icy bumps you used to dread. This guy will carve, slide, slip, edge and pivot as you see fit. The 5.5's 69mm underfoot and forgiving flex (thanks to its Triaxial braided wood core) help you finesse your way through any situation. The Omni is a great ski value, which is good—after a year on these, you'll be looking at fat skis, fast skis, and trips to Alaska.

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~~$449.94~~ $269.96

Training Tips

Cross training gives your body a chance to recover while still exercising. If yesterday has a hard run day up and down hills, then today's bicycle ride gives your aching knees a well deserved break.

Anaeroic threshold is when lactic acid starts to build up in your body as your muscles are not getting the oxygen they require. This threshold is typically expressed as a percentage of your VO2 max - the amount of oxygen per kilogram of weight that a person can use in converting fuel to energy. Elite athletes threshold might be as high as 90% of VO2 max.

Efficient running position allows you to run farther and faster. Keep the heel raise to a minimum, relax your upper body and hands, keep your upper body poised and quiet.

If you want to make progess in your training, join a running group. A commitment to meet on a regular basis with a group of like minded individuals will help you keep your focus.