A little bird got caught in the wind that brought her to the beautiful mountains of Utah! Alyssa grew up in Ohio and loves being outside and active with anything that gets her heart pumping fast, especially skiing and biking! She vacationed to Utah with her family, and that’s when she discovered the extreme adrenaline that mountain sports provide, and the next level of fitness that can be achieved! She is an Energizer Bunny that lives on the edge cautiously, and challenges herself and others to live life to the fullest! Alyssa loves to travel and is a fireball of positivity while she motivates and encourages others to be healthy and active. Her go, go, go attitude will keep you in the loop with all things fitness as well as the Après scene!
by Active Alyssa
Let's be honest, we're not easy on our bodies—our bodies take a beating, which is why it is so important to set aside time to relax and recover after long days on the mountain. With Valentine's Day coming up, spa treatments are a great gift to give to show that special someone that they are loved!
by Active Alyssa
When the snow is phenomenal, your legs are feeling fresh, and you don't want to waste time to go in for lunch; think of these options for packing your pockets!
by Active Alyssa
If you can get motivated to do more stretching, you will improve your performance with increased flexibility! Check out these studios on your next ski trip!
by Active Alyssa
If you are dreaming of saying your "I do's" slopeside, here are the ski resorts in Utah that can host your party on the big day!
by Active Alyssa
The weekends ahead are some of the most fun times to be on the slopes. You won’t want to miss out on the crazy outfits, concerts, or entertaining competitions!
by Active Alyssa
We all want to enjoy our outdoor activities and prevent injuries. Here are ways to avoid sitting on the sidelines and to stay safe out on the slopes!
by Active Alyssa
Tucked away in northern Utah, is one of the best kept secrets. Stashed with snow from weeks ago, Beaver Mountain might be small, but it has it all!
by Active Alyssa
Utah's Olympic Legacy lives on. Skate or Classic Nordic ski on immaculately groomed trails for beginners to experts at Utah's Olympic Nordic venue.
by Active Alyssa
You have your favorite athletes, you will watch the 2018 winter Olympics, and now you get a sneak peek of what it takes for athletes to compete.
by Active Alyssa
With January being learn to Ski or Snowboard month, it is time to gather the girls and get out! There are many ski camps available to all ages and abilities!
by Active Alyssa
Fitness options and unique ways to stay active at all 14 Utah Ski Resorts! Get involved, get your heart rate up, and get sweating—all while having fun!
by Active Alyssa
Although ski season is wrapping up, there is no need to lose your fitness focus. Before saying goodbye for the summer, I wanted to provide some "Flying Fitness" tips for you to take wherever you may travel next!
by Active Alyssa
Improving balance and flexibility, along with increasing strength of the body and mind; there is so much to gain from practicing yoga! Here are some of my favorite yoga stretches for after a day of skiing!
by Active Alyssa
Not every adrenaline rush is reached at ski level. If your looking for something more, try soaring high over Sundance Mountain Resort for 3,870 feet worth of breath taking views! Controlling your speed, or letting yourself fly over 65 miles an hour, the Winter Zip line tour will get your heart racing!
by Active Alyssa
Dynamic, weight resistant exercises are great to incorporate into your workouts 3-4 days a week. Here is a video to give you some examples of a few dumbbell exercises you can do to improve your lean muscle mass!
by Active Alyssa
As with any sport, it takes time, energy, skill, and mentors to continue to improve your game. Skiing can be an intimidating sport to take on, but if we never challenge ourselves, we will never change.—which is why Pro skier, Kim Reichhelm founded a program called Women's Ski Adventures.
by Active Alyssa
Another New Year's Eve has arrived! Before ringing in 2017, ring in a workout with this Killer Kettlebell combo, then establish a few SMART goals for the year ahead! And of course you should still attend the parties, toast with your friends, and dance into 2017! Happy New Year!
by Active Alyssa
This workout will improve your endurance, increase your strength, and boost your metabolism to help prepare your body for the slopes. No equipment necessary!
by Active Alyssa
Mix up your moves with these Ski Specific exercises, directed to increase your performance and on the slopes! The University of Utah put together a training pamphlet as a guide to improve your strength and agility for skiing. The moves are demonstrated here to show proper form for you to practice on your own.
by Active Alyssa
The holidays can be a wonderful time spent sharing your love and joy with family and friends! ...They also can be a time of over-indulging and self sabotage if you aren't being mindful. They can be stressful, exhausting, and challenging for a health conscious lifestyle. I want to provide you with some techniques to keep a healthy mindset to make good choices during the Holiday Hype! Lets stay on track towards preparing for a healthy and happy ski season!
by Active Alyssa
The BOSU... What is it good for and how do I use it to work out? This is what you may be asking, so here I am answering! BOSU workout's are great to add to a ski training program for strength and stability. I will show you a few basic exercises to start with on the BOSU to get you on top and fired up for ski season!
by Active Alyssa
It's that time of year again... The temperature is dropping, the leaves are changing, the Wasatch mountain range has tasted October Snow, I can go to southern Utah without melting, and I get to start blogging for Ski Utah again!
by Active Alyssa
From the snow conditions this past weekend, you wouldn't think it was time to close the resorts! Brighton, Solitude and Snowbasin all ended their seasons with plenty of snow left on the slopes.
by Active Alyssa
Solitude, Brighton, Alta, Snowbird, and Snowbasin are all still open, so you can still get in on some skiing and some closing day action! Many Utah resorts are closed for the season, but they definitely didn't shut down without a bang! Closing day at all the Utah resorts is quite the entertaining occasion!
by Active Alyssa
If you're looking for a place with endless powder and limitless activity - head to Powder Mountain! Here are my top 5 places to bust out some moves at this awesome resort!
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Escape to the mountains and indulge in a luxurious one-night getaway at three of our premier properties: Lodges at Deer Valley, Silver Baron, or Trail's End.
Kick off the 24/25 ski season with an exciting opportunity for families—kids 12 and under ski free from December 7 through December 13, 2024!
Solitude is excited to announce our Kids Ski Free Week! From Saturday, December 7 through Friday, December 13, 2024, children 12 and under ski free at Solitude!
Be first to rent a Complete Ski or Board Package for the Season. Top Brands! Packages Start at $100 for Juniors, $180 for Adults.
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Be first to rent a Complete Ski or Board Package for the Season. Top Brands! Packages Start at $100 for Juniors, $180 for Adults.
Kids and Adults! Keep the gear until April, free tune-ups all season!
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