In episode 80 of 'All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding,' hosts Brian Donovan, Matt Larson, and Chris Rogers dive into the intricacies of down-unweighting and retraction, common snowboarding skills that are often misunderstood. They clarify the nuanced differences between these two movements, explore their applications in certification contexts, and discuss the technical skills required for each. The episode also includes personal anecdotes, like struggles with retraction demos, and practical advice for both freestyle and alpine snowboarding. Additionally, they touch on the importance of industry leadership, discussing whether having a CEO who rips on a snowboard adds value to a company.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:25 Listener Questions: Down Unweighting and Retraction

03:17 Defining Down Unweighting

07:07 Technical Nuances of Down Unweighting

17:15 Introduction to Retraction

21:35 Retraction in Freestyle and Carving

27:22 Practical Applications and Training Tips

31:30 Mastering Snowboard Flex and Retraction

33:18 Building Forces and Timing in Snowboarding

35:02 Analyzing Turn Techniques and Forces

37:59 Visual Differences in Snowboard Turns

39:30 Hierarchy of Snowboard Turns

40:04 Choosing the Right Turn for the Terrain

44:19 The Role of Snowboard Company Leaders

46:07 The Importance of Passion in Snowboarding

53:03 Upcoming Topics and Closing Remarks

This Week’s Hot Take: Importance of CEOs who snowboard.

Next Week’s Episode: Fitz & Posners

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The snowboard podcast All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding is a weekly podcast with AASI Snowboard National Team Members Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan. Tune in each week as we discuss snowboarding, snowsports instruction, instructor certification, and how, well, basically, we learned everything we need to know from snowboarding!

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⁠⁠⁠⁠Learned from Snowboarding⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Brian Donovan⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Matt Larson⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Chris Rogers⁠

In Episode 79 of 'All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding,' hosts Brian Donovan, Matt Larson, and Chris Rogers dive into the topic of imposter syndrome, addressing its impact and how to navigate it in various aspects of life and career. They discuss personal experiences, the challenges of validation, and strategies to overcome self-doubt. The episode also features shout-outs to the first supporters of their new online merchandise store. The hosts touch on recent news about the potential removal of alpine snowboarding events from the 2030 Olympics, exploring its implications and the future of the sport.

00:00 Introduction and Hosts

00:32 Listener Shoutouts and Merch Store Launch

01:57 Diving into Imposter Syndrome

04:56 Personal Experiences with Imposter Syndrome

14:01 Imposter Syndrome in the Workplace

16:05 Challenges and Reflections

21:25 Team Dynamics and Validation

28:22 Understanding Imposter Syndrome

28:47 Accepting Compliments and Criticism

30:23 Learning to Fail Forward

31:14 Reframing Setbacks

33:13 The Human Tendency to Focus on Negatives

36:53 Comparison: A Double-Edged Sword

43:48 The Future of Alpine Snowboarding in the Olympics

54:42 Closing Thoughts and Reflections

This Week’s Hot Take: Alpine Snowboarding & The Olympics

Next Week’s Episode: Down Unweighting vs Retraction

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Thanks for listening and being part of our community. We love your questions and feedback—keep them coming!

The snowboard podcast All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding is a weekly podcast with AASI Snowboard National Team Members Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan. Tune in each week as we discuss snowboarding, snowsports instruction, instructor certification, and how, well, basically, we learned everything we need to know from snowboarding!

Hosts: Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan Website:http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com

Email: info@learnedfromsnowboarding.com

Instagram:

⁠⁠⁠⁠Learned from Snowboarding⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Brian Donovan⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Matt Larson⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Chris Rogers⁠

In Episode 78 of 'All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding,' hosts Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan explore the intricacies of movement analysis in snowboarding. They discuss how to observe, evaluate, and prescribe by recognizing patterns in body movements and equipment interactions. They share insights on using chairlift time for observing other riders, leveraging personal experiences for kinesthetic understanding, and the critical role of goal setting. The trio also debates whether terrain park designs at resorts influence high-end competitions or vice versa. This episode offers valuable tips for both snowboarders and instructors aiming to refine their skills.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:43 Snowboarding Footage and Tomahawk Stories

07:13 Merchandise Announcement and Discussion

12:41 Listener Questions and Snowboarding Tips

17:11 Movement Analysis in Snowboarding

26:16 The Art of Movement Analysis

26:52 Following and Learning from Others

27:51 Understanding Cause and Effect in Snowboarding

32:31 The Importance of Observation

33:59 Practical Tips for Improving Movement Analysis

35:29 Pattern Recognition in Snowboarding

37:49 Using Your Body as a Tool for Analysis

51:20 The Role of Goals and Intent in Movement Analysis

54:00 Terrain Parks and Competitions: Chicken or the Egg?

01:00:55 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser

This Week’s Hot Take: Terrain Parks and Competitions: Chicken or the Egg?

Next Week’s Episode: Imposter Syndrome

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• ​Subscribe, share, and leave a review!
• ​Check out the merch on our website: www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com
• ​Send your questions for future mailbag episodes to info@learnedfromsnowboarding.com
• ​Follow us on socials @LearnedFromSnowboarding

Thanks for listening and being part of our community. We love your questions and feedback—keep them coming!

The snowboard podcast All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding is a weekly podcast with AASI Snowboard National Team Members Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan. Tune in each week as we discuss snowboarding, snowsports instruction, instructor certification, and how, well, basically, we learned everything we need to know from snowboarding!

Hosts: Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan

Website:http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com

Email: info@learnedfromsnowboarding.com

Instagram:

⁠⁠⁠⁠Learned from Snowboarding⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Brian Donovan⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Matt Larson⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Chris Rogers⁠