Lately, I have been reading about masters cross country (Nordic) skiers who are engaged in strength training for improving ski performance. What I found to be missing in their training plans is any mention ... Continue Reading
How a Torn ACL Changed My Life
Picture this: It’s December, 2013. It’s the first real snow of the season; dust on crust really, less than an inch. I’m out for the first time on my brand-new twin tips. The first couple of turns I make ... Continue Reading
Training for Long-Term Success With Eva Twardokens, Ep 2
In this episode our hosts, Managing Editor Becca Borawski Jenkins and Coach Chet Morjaria, speak with Eva Twardokens. Eva T. is a two-time Olympian in Alpine skiing and a twelve-year veteran of the U.S. ... Continue Reading
Featured Coach: Eva Twardokens, Part 3 – Demon-Free and Future Bright
Welcome to our third and final installment in our feature interview with U.S. Ski Hall of Fame Member Eva Twardokens. So far we’ve learned about Eva’s accomplishments as a world-class skier and then her ... Continue Reading
3 Weeks To Ski: Week 3 – Headed for the Slopes!
It's the start of week three of training and our trainee, "Dave," feels great. He’s noticing the work he put in during week one and week two has done a lot, not only for his conditioning, but for his mood ... Continue Reading
3 Weeks to Ski: Week 1 – From Couch Potato to the Slopes in 3 Weeks
At my gym we get a call like this about this time every year: "Hey, my buddies and I have our first ski trip of the year in three weeks and I want to be in the best shape possible for it, what can I ... Continue Reading
