During skiing the contribution of the upper body to movement velocity varies from perhaps 10% during the classic diagonal stride to 100% during double poling. During skating uphill , the upper body contributes 50% or more of the total force.,
At the NordicSkiRacer.com June Training Camp, Coaches Fjeldheim and Ryan demonstrated six different plyometric drills to develop explosive strength in cross country skiers. Here's photos and video.,
Ever struggled to stay upright on an icy trail? Don't wait for awful ski conditions to work on agility and balance - start now in your own backyard under sunny and warm conditions!,
Don't have access to a weight room or rollerboard? Use your rollerskis to strengthen your upper body.,
Doug Garfield has developed a shortcut protocol for Armit: Power for Poling that he think works just as well as the original for Nordic athletes at every level of fitness, skill, and motivation.,
Building a roller board is easy. Here's plans to my board and a sample workout.,
Here's a medicine ball exercise we've adopted for our Team NordicSkiRacer Thursday night strength sessions that simulates doublepoling.,
Here's a seated medicine ball toss (also called a seated oblique toss) for two people that can really work your core muscles.,
Notes from the XC Oregon June 2001 Race Camp specifically addressing weight training in the late Fall, before the Transition Phase into the Racing Season.,
Notes about strength training from the XC Oregon June 2001 Race Camp.,