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Preseason Training
Episode 1: Lockdown Technique . Episode 2: Classic Gliding
Episode 3: Skate Gliding. Sensible XC exercises
Keeping in shape tips
Walking / Running:
Before starting your walk.
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Tighten your glutes and abs. (also protects your hip joints as you walk & run)
Check your shoulders
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Pull shoulders down and keep traps & lats tight.
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Relax upper traps
Once you start walking
See how long you can maintain engaged muscles.
Check glutes are tight before attacking hills.
The best way to keep your muscles toned is to use them in an everyday situation
Best exercise just pre season is to keep active.
Walking running and Biking

Traps & Lats
Exercises from the 2004 Cross Country Ski NZ newsletter for a sway back



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