Drill
Moderate Height Change in a Traverse
Explore vertical range without confusing low posture with unloading.
HOW TO DO IT
Moderate Height Change in a Traverse
Explore vertical range without confusing low posture with unloading.
Preparation and setting
Slow controlled traverse on suitable smooth gentle snow; reliable same-edge stop.
Exercise sequence
- Traverse in a mobile stance.
- Lower modestly with shared joint action and retained fore/aft support.
- Become modestly taller without a sharp push.
- Stop before the corridor boundary.
- Compare with a normal traverse; reduce range if line or edge control deteriorates.
Transfer
Use moderate available range in later transitions; terrain absorption requires its own controlled approach/exit.
Errors addressed
Deep trapped squat; Unintended hop; Flexion creates tailward movement.
Success check
Height changes occur without airborne motion, line loss or end-range fatigue.
Simplify when needed
Return to stationary D02 and remove sliding vertical actions until support is reliable.
Editorial origin
SBSweet editorial exercise; not claimed as an official association drill.
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editorial review notes
No association approval is claimed; coaching review is pending.