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Nordic Trak?
I recently received, for nothing, a Nordic Trak xc ski machine. Although several years old, it has never been used and is in perfect condition. I wondered what you think of it as an indoor training device. Thanks, DG
The original Nordic Trak is a fabulous machine for exercise, one of the best ever made. It was created by Ed Pauls an avid nordic skier who lived in the suburbs of Mlps. MN. Ed wished to make the total body workout he enjoyed so much available 365 days a year. And he succeeded. Many independent studies still proclaim it as the one of the best, if not the best, pure fitness device for indoor training due to its incorporation of both the arms and the legs into the workout. So for pure fitness yes it is great. But for classical ski simulation it is not ideal as it provides so much kick that it throws off the intricacies of a delicate classical stride.
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Spenst Training
Be the Bunny!
What is Spenst training?
Spenst training is a well-worn mode of training that is practiced in some form or another by world-class skiers the world over. Spenst is a Norwegian word means either explosiveness or literally Boing!" So be the Bunny!
Spenst training involves ski specific plyometric exercises that develop power, explosiveness, balance and strength.
If you are looking to gain that extra snap in your technique, learn to accelerate over the tops of hills, around corners, sprint to the finish, improve balance and strength, or just impress your friends at parties, then spenst training is for you.
Ski technique has always demanded a quick, dynamic kick, for both skating and classic, and spenst training is a great way to develop it. Often it is the skiers who seem to be skiing with the least effort that have the most dynamic kick. Their secret is a dynamic push and then relaxation of the pushing muscles.
Spenst is a great addition to training and it yields noticeable results with a fairly small time investment of 10 to 15 minutes a week. |
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K.I.S.S. Intensity
Dear SkiPost, What is one simple thing I can do each week to make me faster?
Intensity. The #1 thing most people can do each week is to increase the intensity in one workout. Rest the day before and then create your own hammer session.
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Sunglass Lenses
Hello SkiPost, What are the various sunglasses colors for?
We will let the good Swedes at Bliz share their lens info with you.
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NNF News
USSA J2 Talent Camp
The 3rd annual National J2 Talent Camp is set to kick off August 4- August 11, 2012 in Craftsbury, Vermont at the Craftsbury Outdoor Center. The camp will provide a great opportunity for many of the top young cross country skiers in the U.S. to train together, and learn from USST staff and top club coaches. The camp is the first step along the U.S. development pipeline for promising young skiers.
 The collaboration from regional coaches along with substantial support from the National Nordic Foundation (NNF) and USSA (United States Ski and Snowboard Association), have enabled this camp to continue and to grow. This year NNF will contribute $4500 in support of this camp. This strategic investment, made to Support Tomorrow's Stars Today, greatly helps offset camp costs and ensures some of the top coaches in the country will be guiding these young athletes. This year's site at Craftsbury Outdoor Center (which also hosted Spring Nationals/SuperTour finals) offers a spectacular setting for athletes with great hiking, rollerskiing, mountain biking, swimming, training facilities, lodging, and fabulous meals.
For a list of the Athletes that qualified to attend the National J2 Talent Camp based on results from the 2012 USSA Junior Cross Country Ski Championships visit NationalNordicFoundation.com
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U.S. Paralympics Nordic Skiing
National Team Announced
Roster comprised of six athletes;
three athletes named to development team
U.S. Paralympics, a division of the United States Olympic Committee, announced today that six athletes were nominated to the 2012-13 U.S. Paralympics Nordic Skiing National Team; three athletes were also named to the development team for emerging and military athletes. The national team is highlighted by five athletes with U.S. military ties including Andy Soule (Pearland, Texas), ret. Army, and Lieutenant Dan Cnossen (Jamestown, Mich.), U.S. Navy. Soule won the bronze medal in biathlon at the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games, becoming the country's first ever medalist in Paralympic or Olympic biathlon. Last winter, in just his second season with the program, Cnossen was Team USA's top performer, garnering multiple top-10 results in biathlon and cross country events. Kelly Underkofler (St. Paul, Minn.), a three-time U.S. Paralympian, is also among the national team nominees. For more information TeamUSA.
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Boulder Mountain Tour
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Early bird discount through end of June
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Summer Training Programs and Camps
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CXC TECHNIQUE TRAINING CAMP July 27-29 - Cable,WI
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Sisu Skiers Summer Training
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Bend Endurance Academy
Nordic Summer On-Snow Training Programs and Camps
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Green Mountain Valley School
XC Summer Camps & Training
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Summer Training Programs and Camps
Does you have a summer programs you wish to promote?
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About SkiPost
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Enjoy Winter,
Andrew Gerlach
Director/Editor- SkiPost
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