Cross-Country Skiing

Physiology and Performance




This page is the index site for XC specific training, performance, and physiology articles. The articles presented here will often assume you know the basic physiology concepts presented in the Exercise Physiology Section. Please, be patient with me. This site will grow in content. And remember, contributions are welcome!



Article Index

LAST UPDATED: 5-5-97

Reader's Digest Condensed History Lesson on Skiing, Then and Now

The Physiology of XC Skiing Can we learn anything from the big guns?

Endurance Training Theory- Norwegian Style Here is the basic training prescription for XC skiing used here in Norway, plus some explanation why.

Running vs Hill Walking Which is best for dryland training?

Bjørn Daehlie Ingredients for Success -This article was also updated February 4, 1997.

The Search for Speed in XC skiing- Why have skiers improved more than everyone else in endurance sport?

World Championship Thoughts and Comments -from this year's XC skiing extravaganza in Trondheim, Norway.



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