There is one powerful thing that has stood out about my experiences in the mountains over the last several years. It is the feeling of approaching a challenge and knowing that I am ready for what it has in store for me. Of course, there are times that the mountains are beyond anyone’s control, or when I am out of my league, but that isn't what this is about. This is about that feeling of being in control, and knowing I have the skills to deal with what is in front of me. This is about saying ‘I got this,’ a grammatically questionable catch phrase used by my generation as we push our personal boundaries. This year I took that feeling to the next level and went back to school, with a goal in mind.
In Search of The Perpetual Podium with RIDGE Coach Ben Parsons
RIDGE coach Ben Parsons is no stranger to success in mountain sports. He has been competitive in mountain biking and ski mountaineering races for nearly a decade. As Ben prepares for this weekend's Butte 100 Mountain Bike Race, he does so with an already full trophy case from races across the Northern Rocky Mountain Region this year:
Blurred lines: Defining The New Alpinism
The 3 Best Yoga Poses for Mountain Athletes
RIDGE Mountain Academy trains well rounded athletes. We focus on training hard while building strength and technique. RIDGE prioritizes taking care of an athlete’s body through our Health and Nutrition programs and our Yoga for Athletes program. These programs allow each student athlete to reach their full potential in the mountains.
Race Report: Whitefish Whiteout
RIDGE coach Ben Parsons competed in the men's pro division of the 2015 Whitefish Whiteout. Ridge coaches Burket and Paul set up sponsor banners at the finish line and photographed the races, while Student Athletes Timmy, Matt, Kirby, and Quinlan volunteered across the mountain marking the course and helping racers stay on route.
