Being able to stay balanced over the outside ski through the turn will enable you to manage terrain and your line while controlling your speed.

To experience the feeling of being balanced over the outside ski, stand on a moderately steep pitch with your skis across the hill. Pick up your uphill ski and pay attention to how your upper body moves to shift your weight over the downhill ski.

Hint, if you let your body face downhill a little, this will be even easier to do. Set the ski down and repeat this activity until you are able to identify specific movements you have made. Notice how the uppe...