Cross Country Ski Training News and Tips

Using the Web to Learn Technique: The 2002 Olympics

6/22/2002 - By Mike Muha

We don't have national level coaches in southeastern Michigan and I bet you don't live near one either. Fortunately, there are free sources on the web that you can leverage to view modern racing technique.,

Perfect ski conditions at West Yellowstone

1/12/2002 - By Greg Rudl (Ohio Nordic Ski Club)

Training and shooting over New Years with the Ohio National Guard Biathlon Team.,

VO2 Max Norms

6/16/2001 - By Mike Muha

This table shows what's considered Low, Somewhat Low, Average, High, and Very High maximal oxygen uptake (VO2 Max) in ml/kg/minute, by age and gender.,

Body Fat Norms

6/16/2001 - By Mike Muha

This is simply a table that defines what's considered Ideal, Good, Moderate, Fat, and Obese, by age and gender.,

Skate & Classic Technique Tips

6/16/2001 - By Mike Muha

Skate and classic technique tips from the 2001 XC Oregon Spring Race Camp.,

The Power Phase: Building Strength in the Fall

6/16/2001 - By Mike Muha

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.,