Cross Country Ski Training News and Tips

Using the Web to Learn Technique: The 2002 Olympics

Sat, Jun 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

Sat, Jan 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

Sat, Jun 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

Sat, Jun 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

Sat, Jun 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

Sat, Jun 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.,