Classic Technique session

CVA nordic technique video. More here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0VUxCW1CuY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dgvyr9xeULc&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4hd7s_d1PE

Category:

Sports

Tags:

• nordic
• skiing
• classic
• technique

[angiek723]

I am recovering from an ankle fusion and was told that cross country skiing would be a great exercise for me to get back into shape. Is there any suggestions you can give me for someone who has NEVER done it before.

[marpalotsawa]

Rentals and a lesson might be a good place to start. Keeps the investment to a minimum, and gives you a good idea if its the sport for you. If you like it, you can then look into buying equipment in your price range. Most nordic centers offer both (rentals and lessons).

[AdamDeLaMer]

I would like to learn how to ski. Which style should I learn first? Thanks.

[marpalotsawa]

Skating is often easier/more accessible for beginners. If you know how to skate on ice, its basically the same motion, and skating skis are (generally) faster and lighter than recreational "fishscale" classic skis. If you are going to be on groomed trails, its fun because its dynamic and a little faster. You also don't need to mess around with kick wax or klister, which can be tricky for beginners. Just my $.02. Classic is my personal fav, so don't wait too long before trying it out.

[romat99]

Useful video for seeing different styles. The comments speak to some good things being done but miss the main points of what could be improved. In the case of skier 2, she would be helped by rolling her shoulders throughout the cycle and focus on going up and forward with the pushoff, instead of having so much upward motion (almost straightening up). For the instructor and moderator, skier 3, he's not letting himself glide. Isn't that the fun of skiing?

[marpalotsawa]

That's true about the second skier (she needs shoulder roll and to move forward with the hands), but this session was specifically targeted towards kicking dynamics in the lower body. I find it very necessary, when working with juniors, to prioritize and work sequentially, one thing at a time. Balance and weight shift are foundational and fundamental; posture and upper body alignment are secondary, more superficial, and easier to correct when the foundation is sound (in my experience).

[exoticaguy69]

When I go skiing you would be able to comment on the big cloud of smoke, Ya I could hear it now, "look at his technique, stops for a minute or so and lights up his pipe , check out that hideus pipe he has. there he goes, he's not feeling any pain."

[Jake0942]

hi cool techniqe but i will be putting my ski videos on my profile of me

[Evaldas521]

"Classique"? :D I prefer the term "pensioner's style" :D

[chas5131]

If you are out of shape you might do better to start with the classic technique.

[wildblue2]

There is a lot of diversity in the sport in terms of equipment, technique and range of body motion, from backcountry touring/telemark to skating on 12' wide groomed tracks. Visit a facility, take a lesson, rent gear and learn the techniques that will give you a worthwhile workout. Watching other skiers and videos is a great start.

[AdamDeLaMer]

Thanks very much for your helpful reply. We are moving to Lake Tahoe next year and I can't wait to learn to ski!