Giant Slalom: Analysis of Course Setting, Steepness and Performance of Different Age Groups — A Pilot Study

Introduction: Giant slalom is the core discipline of alpine skiing, and each race has its own specific course and terrain characteristics. These variations may explain differences in the speed and time per turn profiles, which are essential for performance development and injury prevention. This stu...

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Main Authors: Björn Bruhin, Rowie J. F. Janssen, Sebastien Guillaume, Mara Gander, Felix Oberle, Silvio Lorenzetti, Michael Romann
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2020-08-01
Series:Frontiers in Sports and Active Living
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fspor.2020.00107/full