POWDER HOUR
SKI STRONGER, GAIN CONFIDENCE, MAKE BETTER TURNS
An online ski conditioning course created by Hilary McCloy, PT, DPT and US Ski team alumni. It’s more than just lunges and squats - it gets all of the important stability muscles and muscular fitness. It will change the way you ski.
“Powder Hour is my go-to transition from fall trail running into winter ski touring. It helps me both add uphill skinning power and stamina to execute better technique. My ski partners have all commented on my improved form and ability since beginning Powder Hour.”
POWDER HOUR | POWDER HOUR +|
Get ready to ski better than you imagined.
Skiing demands unique movement and strength, so preparing before the season is key.
This class builds the power, agility, and endurance you need, helping you improve performance, reduce injury risk, and surprise yourself on the slopes.
Designed for all fitness and skill levels, each workout can be modified to match your needs. Start training now and reap the rewards when ski season arrives.
Online course access starts October 5th 2025.
**you can start or sign up any time before or after - access all winter.
WIN A FREE PAIR OF BLIZZARD SKIS or boots!!! Thank you to sponsor Tecnica/Blizzard. All you have to do is sign up to win.
And also to White Mtn. Ski Co. and Ledge Brewing for sponsoring POWDER HOUR!
POWDER HOUR+
More equipment required and more challenge
Two 45 minute workouts/week
You have access to all workouts all fall/winter
16 workouts total - can be repeated
Self led workouts - video of each exercise and spreadsheet
More variety of exercises
NEW MAINTENANCE workouts for mid winter
1 shorter workout/week for Jan, Feb, March
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
Resistance Bands - looped and long
Cable, bungee or long band to pull
Physioball (the big one) and optional BOSU
Dumbbells/Kettle bells - up to 30-50 lbs. or barbells.
Step, chair or box you can step on.
Mat, sliders
$145
POWDER HOUR
Two 45 minute workouts/week
You have access to all workouts all fall/winter
16 workouts total - can be repeated
NEW MAINTENANCE workouts for mid winter
1 shorter workout/week for Jan, Feb, March
TWO OPTIONS OF FORMAT:
SELF LED - short video of exercises + spreadsheet (same as previous years)
FULL - long video of full workout
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
Resistance Bands - looped and long
Dumbbells/Kettle bells - up to 15-20 lbs.
Step, chair or box you can step on.
Mat, sliders
$145
For all levels, less equipment required
“This is an amazing program to really train your body to perform the movements of skiing correctly. I found this course invaluable when ret"urning to skiing after having a baby. I was back on the slopes a week after delivery and skied the entire season with these workouts providing support and retraining as I returned to full strength and mobility. I’ve continued to do these as I switched to telemark skiing and found this to be a great way to ensure that it was aware of symmetry between the sides of my body and maintaining strength without crushing my quads to the point that I could not ski.”
POWDER HOUR - NORDIC
I have changed my plan for nordic this year - in the the past, the workouts have been pretty similar to the standard PH with just a few different exercises specific to nordic.
I am going to make a NORDIC ‘supplement’ so if you want to get a few extra exercises that are nordic specific, select the ‘nordic supplement’ box in the form when you check out of whatever other course you sign up for.
And it will be just as great as previous years!!
TESTAMONIALS
“Your pointers on good form and instruction on the moves and the 'why do it' aspects of many moves in terms of physical goals of various muscles cv endurance etc is excellent and from an amateur ski viewer most helpful actually in understanding more about skiing generally.”
“If you want to be ready to rip this ski season this is the program that will get you there. The workouts not only boosted my strength and endurance but also enhanced my balance and agility. The combination of functional exercises and sport specific drills has made a huge difference in my skiing. The program is easy to follow and can be done at home with minimal space and equipment. The exercises are explained by an incredibly knowledgeable physical therapist and skier; Hilary McCloy using a format that is clear-cut and uncomplicated.”
TESTIMONIALS
‘All local skiers in the valley MUST try Powder Hour! It changed my entire skiing experience the two years I've participated in it. I feel stronger on the climbs and descents and more confident in general. Plus, Hilary is so knowledgeable, upbeat, and energetic that everyone leaves the class feeling so inspired. A great way to meet other local skiers and get stoked for SNOW!’ - Nordic PW
‘I have taken Hilary's Powder Hour two years. After participating in the first year she offered the class, the resulting muscle strengthening allowed me to ski longer and had very little knee pain. Earlier this year, I ended up booking a bucket list heli-skiing trip and decided to sign up for the powder hour series again in preparation for that trip which allowed me to ski 100,000 vertical feet of deep powder skiing over 6 days. If you have a big trip planned this winter or have persistent knee/back pain during ski season, I highly recommend joining Hilary's powder hour.’
‘I have taken Hilary's Powder Hour two years. After participating in the first year she offered the class, the resulting muscle strengthening allowed me to ski longer and had very little knee pain. Earlier this year, I ended up booking a bucket list heli-skiing trip and decided to sign up for the powder hour series again in preparation for that trip which allowed me to ski 100,000 vertical feet of deep powder skiing over 6 days. If you have a big trip planned this winter or have persistent knee/back pain during ski season, I highly recommend joining Hilary's powder hour.’