Nordic Ski Lab explains body position and how the body moves in V2 skate skiing (One Skate technique in Canada, or Skate 2 in the UK). Understanding how the body works in V2 skate skiing is the key to effortless skiing because the core of the body powers both the pole push and the leg push. If you find V2 skate skiing challenging, you probably need to focus more on body … [Read more...] about How Body Position Works in V2 Skate Skiing
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Cross-Country Skate Skiing Techniques Explained
Nordic Ski Lab provides an overview of the five skate skiing techniques, including demos of each technique, along with tips for skiers just getting started in skate skiing. … [Read more...] about Cross-Country Skate Skiing Techniques Explained
Cross-Country Skate Skiing for Beginners
Cross-Country skate skiing offers something for everyone, from great exercise to beautiful winter scenery. REI partnered with Greg Rhodes of the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) to give you all the basics for your first day on the trail so you'll be flying down the trail with ease in no time. … [Read more...] about Cross-Country Skate Skiing for Beginners
Classic Cross-Country Skiing for Beginners
Classic Cross-Country skiing offers something for everyone, from exercise to beautiful winter scenery. REI partnered with Greg Rhodes of the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) to give you all the basics for your first day on the trail so you'll be gliding over the snow with ease in no time. … [Read more...] about Classic Cross-Country Skiing for Beginners
Runner’s Toe Touch Balance Drill
Running is effectively balancing on one leg after the other, over and over again, through the entirety of the run. Balance is therefore an essential skill all runners need to master. Perform the runner’s toe touch drill (demonstrated in the video below) throughout the day for a few seconds at a time to improve your running-specific balance. Train smart! … [Read more...] about Runner’s Toe Touch Balance Drill