Which term describes twisting the upper body in one direction and the lower body in another direction at the same time?

Which term describes twisting the upper body in one direction and the lower body in another direction at the same time?

• A. Counter
• B. Cross under
• C. Decamber
• D. Counter rotation

Answer: (D)

Counter-rotation describes twisting the upper body in one direction while the lower body turns the opposite direction at the same time. This opposing rotation lets the skier create balanced, connected movement and better edge control, helping initiate and finish turns smoothly without forcing the skis to twist independently. It keeps the upper body aligned with the fall line while the hips and legs contribute the opposing rotation needed for precise steering. The other terms refer to different body movements or technical ideas and do not capture the specific opposite-direction twist of upper and lower body.

Counter-rotation describes twisting the upper body in one direction while the lower body turns the opposite direction at the same time. This opposing rotation lets the skier create balanced, connected movement and better edge control, helping initiate and finish turns smoothly without forcing the skis to twist independently. It keeps the upper body aligned with the fall line while the hips and legs contribute the opposing rotation needed for precise steering. The other terms refer to different body movements or technical ideas and do not capture the specific opposite-direction twist of upper and lower body.