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Ski-Induced Insomnia

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.Morton
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At night after a long day of shredding, I’m super tired but can never fall asleep. My imagination seems to be on fucking steroids and my legs turn back and forth like I am skiing moguls for hours in my bed. Does anyone else get this and why does it only happen after skiing?
Nov 12 2018 5:31PM
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reeski
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Probably an adrenaline high. I usually feel like I’m still skiing in car ride after, I scope out side hits and lines
Nov 12 2018 6:45PM
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Skibumsmith
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You have restless leg syndrome.
Nov 12 2018 6:58PM
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PizzaKid
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Same here dude, also after a good late night skate sesh or an intense hockey game
Nov 12 2018 7:11PM
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CaptainSlow
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This is interesting, I sleep incredibly well after a long day of skiing.
Nov 12 2018 7:12PM
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CalumSKI
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reeskiProbably an adrenaline high. I usually feel like I’m still skiing in car ride after, I scope out side hits and lines


i feel you man
I always pretend that my two fingers are like legs and look out the window and act they they are skiing the stuff i see lol
Nov 12 2018 7:15PM
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reeski
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Every time
Nov 12 2018 7:29PM
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sunsetconoisseur
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CalumSKIi feel you man
I always pretend that my two fingers are like legs and look out the window and act they they are skiing the stuff i see lol


Like in Tom wallisch's "imagination" video lmao
Nov 12 2018 8:31PM
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LeanswagDIPswag
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I got that too bro it sucks it’s called restless leg syndrome I stay up all night sometimes
Nov 12 2018 9:23PM
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nmwninjart
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My legs feel funny when I put my shoes back on. So walking feels "different" I have that adrenaline high only for a couple hours. I sleep well on ski days. Although at work today All that was on my mind was Skiing.
Nov 12 2018 9:28PM
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smh
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I have it worse if I know I'm going skiing the next day...shit keeps me up all night just imagining lines
Nov 12 2018 9:44PM
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Dddsz
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I sleep too well after skiing or any other strenuous excercise and have disturbingly vivid dreams and nightmares.
Nov 12 2018 10:33PM
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iskeaah
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Every damn time I arrive at Whistler or sun peaks after lots of driving. Even if its 3 am i have to go outside and run a marathon to get tried.
Nov 12 2018 11:39PM
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HypeBeast
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Melatonin
Nov 13 2018 1:16AM
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lil.Boye
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depends how tired i am. but i didn't sleep for a couple days before season started last year
Nov 13 2018 6:24AM
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TRVP_ANGEL
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Anyone get the Ski-Induced "Hangover"? Waking up the next day (especially at start of the season) having your entire body being sore because you turned yourself into a rotini skiing and falling on tricks/cliffs/whatever.

**This post was edited on Nov 13th 2018 at 10:22:01am
Nov 13 2018 10:21AM
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GrandThings
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This happened to me, exactly like you're describing the first few years I began skiing. I'd be laying in bed and as soon as I'd be about to fall asleep my legs would twitch like I was about to hit a jump or make a quick turn. I actually liked it a lot tho haha, reminded me of the awesome day I just had.

Now that I go more frequently I'm just beat at the end of the day and fall asleep pretty quick
Nov 13 2018 10:32AM
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gravel
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TRVP_ANGELAnyone get the Ski-Induced "Hangover"? Waking up the next day (especially at start of the season) having your entire body being sore because you turned yourself into a rotini skiing and falling on tricks/cliffs/whatever.

**This post was edited on Nov 13th 2018 at 10:22:01am

Haha yes, this is a best worst feeling for me
Nov 13 2018 1:04PM
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nmwninjart
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Yes I was sore yesterday from my first weekend skiing.
Nov 13 2018 1:21PM
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DirtYStylE
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Stretch more

Your muscles are telling you something

They need to be stretched/twisted/moved out so they can repair properly
Nov 13 2018 1:32PM
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Dlonetti
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I can never sleep before I ski, specifically when I'm at college knowing ill be skiing on the weekend I just lay in bed and think about skiing
Nov 13 2018 1:51PM
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CabbyArrant
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.MortonAt night after a long day of shredding, I’m super tired but can never fall asleep. My imagination seems to be on fucking steroids and my legs turn back and forth like I am skiing moguls for hours in my bed. Does anyone else get this and why does it only happen after skiing?


I get this the night before skiing.
Nov 13 2018 5:19PM
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SuspiciousFish
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Get a foam roller and roll out all your leg muscles. Then lie on your back with your feet in the air against a wall for 20 min. The foam roller will squeeze all the lactic acid and other bad stuff out of your muscles and lying on your back with your feet elevated will let it all drain to be processed so you can get some fresh blood in your feet and legs.
Nov 14 2018 2:01PM
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BigPurpleSkiSuit
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Yesterday for me. Went ass to ice from the top rail when I didn't lean forward enough. 6 ft straight drop to my ass and tailbone region. Im now very sore
TRVP_ANGELAnyone get the Ski-Induced "Hangover"? Waking up the next day (especially at start of the season) having your entire body being sore because you turned yourself into a rotini skiing and falling on tricks/cliffs/whatever.

**This post was edited on Nov 13th 2018 at 10:22:01am
Nov 14 2018 4:20PM
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HypeBeast
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BigPurpleSkiSuitYesterday for me. Went ass to ice from the top rail when I didn't lean forward enough. 6 ft straight drop to my ass and tailbone region. Im now very sore

Exactly why I haven't tried boxes or rails in 2 years
Nov 14 2018 11:51PM
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bergobeanz
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I tend to just get hyped as fuck within an hour of arriving at the ski resort and usually imagine lacing up the hottest lines… And then I get out of the car and realize I forgot something and go home
Nov 15 2018 12:17AM
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artrud
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SkibumsmithYou have restless leg syndrome.


Big day of skiing calls for a big night of Apres. Soak in a hot tub (or hot bath) usually helps me with RLS.

More info on RLS and how to treat it: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20377174

No hot tub, no problem -> DIY Hot Tub: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMjpWlgcK-M

Making simple lifestyle changes can help alleviate symptoms of RLS:
-Try baths and massages. Soaking in a warm bath and massaging your legs can relax your muscles.
-Apply warm or cool packs. Use of heat or cold, or alternating use of the two, may lessen your limb sensations.
-Establish good sleep hygiene. Fatigue tends to worsen symptoms of RLS/WED, so it's important that you practice good sleep hygiene. Ideally, have a cool, quiet, comfortable sleeping environment; go to bed and rise at the same time daily; and get adequate sleep.
-Avoid caffeine. Sometimes cutting back on caffeine may help restless legs. Try to avoid caffeine-containing products, including chocolate and caffeinated beverages, such as coffee, tea and soft drinks, for a few weeks to see if this helps.
Nov 15 2018 1:02PM
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Skibumsmith
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artrud23Big day of skiing calls for a big night of Apres. Soak in a hot tub (or hot bath) usually helps me with RLS.

More info on RLS and how to treat it: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20377174

No hot tub, no problem -> DIY Hot Tub: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMjpWlgcK-M

Making simple lifestyle changes can help alleviate symptoms of RLS:
-Try baths and massages. Soaking in a warm bath and massaging your legs can relax your muscles.
-Apply warm or cool packs. Use of heat or cold, or alternating use of the two, may lessen your limb sensations.
-Establish good sleep hygiene. Fatigue tends to worsen symptoms of RLS/WED, so it's important that you practice good sleep hygiene. Ideally, have a cool, quiet, comfortable sleeping environment; go to bed and rise at the same time daily; and get adequate sleep.
-Avoid caffeine. Sometimes cutting back on caffeine may help restless legs. Try to avoid caffeine-containing products, including chocolate and caffeinated beverages, such as coffee, tea and soft drinks, for a few weeks to see if this helps.


Thank you. Those of us afflicted by RLS know it is real and it can be treated.
Nov 15 2018 5:43PM
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jaybake
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CabbyArrantI get this the night before skiing.


Well tonight is the night after skiing and the night before skiing for me, ... first time I’ve had ski induced insomnia in my life and I understand 😩
Dec 27 2018 1:23AM
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zeltron6Billion
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try a joint and a fat meal after skiing, and a hot tub if you have one. That does it for me
Dec 27 2018 2:14PM
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dolanslebensraum
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.MortonAt night after a long day of shredding, I’m super tired but can never fall asleep. My imagination seems to be on fucking steroids and my legs turn back and forth like I am skiing moguls for hours in my bed. Does anyone else get this and why does it only happen after skiing?


Ski harder so you are more tired when you hit the sack.
Dec 27 2018 4:18PM
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xxACIDTRIPxx
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I m exhausted but I consistently wake up for 2 hours every night unable to sleep..... It sucks cause my mind is excited for skiing.
Dec 27 2018 7:35PM
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tsingtaofanatic
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TRVP_ANGELAnyone get the Ski-Induced "Hangover"? Waking up the next day (especially at start of the season) having your entire body being sore because you turned yourself into a rotini skiing and falling on tricks/cliffs/whatever.

**This post was edited on Nov 13th 2018 at 10:22:01am


I have that all the time. I go to bed after skiing, with an adrenaline high, and wake up next morning feeling like a piece of old cheburek that burned out in the sun.
Dec 27 2018 8:48PM
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bleevus
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ethan says to eat more kratom
Dec 28 2018 3:55AM
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