Advanced Marathoning by Pete D. Pfitzinger

Author:Pete D. Pfitzinger
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Human Kinetics, Inc.

Cross-Country Skiing

Cross-country skiing is the only form of exercise that provides cardiovascular benefits equal to, or even slightly better than, those associated with running. The whole-body nature of cross-country skiing really works the cardiovascular system, and some of the highest O2max values have been recorded in cross-country skiers. Running friends in New England, upstate New York, Colorado, and Minnesota use cross-country skiing during the winter months for enjoyable variety and to reduce the stress of fitting in runs when the roads are treacherous.

If you know how to do it, cross-country skiing is pretty much the perfect form of cross-training. Unfortunately, cross-country skiing also requires skill. Highly trained runners with no experience or little coordination may not be able to go fast enough for long enough while skiing to get in a good workout. After a few weeks, however, cross-country technique feels more natural and efficient, and an hour or two of skiing passes quickly. Cross-country ski machines are a good option too but are not as much fun as gliding along the snow.

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