ski for a week every year for the last nine years,only wish I’d started earlier. it is like bike tricks the more you practice gives more confidence with that comes more speed.It’s all hand in hand,speed(within your capability)really is your friend.after the first week I went I thought I’m never goin to get this but you do and you love it.strong legs are a bonus,take energy bars as snacks don’t go too long without eating it’s not good.when do get tired don’t be temted for that one last run because that’s when you’ll get hurt do a bit apres ski rest ready for another day and ENJOY !!!!!!!!!!!!! 8)