Olympic contender's trampoline experience prepared her for aerial skiing
16/02/2010 An Olympic skier's experience on a trampoline has helped her develop her aerial skiing skills.
Sarah Ainsworth will compete in Vancouver this month, however, three years ago she could not even ski.
She was spotted by a scout while taking part in a trampoline exhibition and was persuaded to give aerial skiing - a mix of acrobatics and downhill skiing - a go.
The Vancouver Olympics marks the first time Sarah will compete in the Winter Games.
"I still don't really believe it and I don't think I will until I'm on the plane on the way but I'm really looking forward to it," she told the BBC.
It was reported earlier this week that trampolines can help people warm up before hitting the ski slopes.
According to the British Chiropractic Association, bouncing around on a mini trampoline can strengthen the leg muscles and improve coordination, meaning people's legs do not get tired as easily when hitting the piste.
Sarah Ainsworth will compete in Vancouver this month, however, three years ago she could not even ski.
She was spotted by a scout while taking part in a trampoline exhibition and was persuaded to give aerial skiing - a mix of acrobatics and downhill skiing - a go.
The Vancouver Olympics marks the first time Sarah will compete in the Winter Games.
"I still don't really believe it and I don't think I will until I'm on the plane on the way but I'm really looking forward to it," she told the BBC.
It was reported earlier this week that trampolines can help people warm up before hitting the ski slopes.
According to the British Chiropractic Association, bouncing around on a mini trampoline can strengthen the leg muscles and improve coordination, meaning people's legs do not get tired as easily when hitting the piste.
