News, tips, and guides for the Nordic Ski Racer

NMU adds Zak Ketterson to roster

Northern Michigan head Nordic skiing coach Sten Fjeldheim announced the signing of Zak Ketterson to a National Letter of Intent Wednesday.

By Northern Michigan University
Nov 25, 2015

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2016 US Cross Country Ski Team announced

The 2015-16 U.S. Cross Country Ski Team was announced today, just before the International Ski Federation (FIS) World Cup opener in Ruka, Finland. A total of 16 athletes were named to the A, B and D Teams.

By USSA
Nov 25, 2015

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Broad jumping on skis to improve double pole

U.S. Ski Team coach Bryan Fish shows a double pole drill that uses the broad jump to teach the rhythm and timing of the double pole. Do this drill on rollerskis on soft grass to get the feel without worrying about falling.

By Bryan Fish
Nov 24, 2015

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Jessie Diggins: A second win in as many days

On a cold day in Sweden, Jessie Diggins secured another win this Sunday in Gaellivare during a 10km freestyle FIS race, with Petra Novakova of the Czech Republic following closely behind to claim second and Caitlin Gregg third.

By USSA
Nov 23, 2015

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Diggins wins 1.2k classic in Gaellivare

Jessie Diggins (Afton, MN) raced her way to a win in a 1.2k classic sprint race Saturday while Sophie Caldwell (Peru, VT) took second on the tough tracks of Hellner Stadium in Gaellivare.

By USSA
Nov 22, 2015

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Supple ankles for double poling

Have back pain from doublepoling? Jason Cork explains he importance of keeping ankles supple for efficient movement and to avoid chronic back pain.

By Jason Cork, USSA
Nov 19, 2015

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USADA launches high-risk supplement education app

The USADA High-Risk List is now available via a mobile application launching today in both the Google Play and Apple App Store.

By USADA
Nov 17, 2015

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Getting to know the Toko All Stars: Noah Hoffman 

My skiing role model when I was a junior was U.S. Ski Team athlete Kris Freeman. Kris was the best distance skier in the U.S. and his success showed me that it was possible for an American...to be in the top-5 in the world.

By Toko
Nov 16, 2015

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Strength and conditioning with minimal equipment

Mike Bond from the USSA Center of Excellence presents a great progression of strength and conditioning exercises well suited for traveling on the road or doing at home with little or no equipment. No need for a gym pass!

By Mike Muha
Nov 16, 2015

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NBC to cover Nordic ski events

NBC Sports Group will televise a significant calendar of World Cup cross country, ski jumping, Nordic combined races this winter, as well as alpine, snowboard, and other winter races.

By Mike Muha
Nov 16, 2015

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Twenty races on Michigan Cup calendar for 2015-2016

Twenty races make up the Michigan Cup Cross Country Ski Racing Series for the 2015-2016 season. Races may be added, moved, or cancelled. Check the Michigan Cup Calendar periodically for the most recent updates.

By Mike Muha
Nov 14, 2015

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Hard Goods Review for 2016 – Have More Fun with the Right Equipment!

After extensive research, gathering feedback from customers, and lots of on-snow testing, here are some of our top picks for hard goods this season. And whether you’re a racer or a novice, it’s all aimed at enabling you to have MORE FUN on the snow!

By Mariah Frye Colie
Nov 13, 2015

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