http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/ en-us KnowlageBase RSS Generator http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00489 Tue, 31 Aug 2010 13:49:20 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00488 Tue, 31 Aug 2010 13:46:02 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00487 Tue, 31 Aug 2010 13:05:02 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00486 Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:57:52 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00485 Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00477
















Training Period 5 (August 16 - September 12'10) - will be
released on Monday, August 16th.

Period five is the first period of the pre-competition phase
of the year. More attention is placed on ski specific activities in intensity
and distance training. There is greater emphasis on more specificity during
distance and over distance workouts. Rollerskiing and hillier trail runs should
predominate.



IN VIDEO EXTRAS:

- V1 Upper Body Single Pole Drill on Rollerskis;

- V2 Balance Drill o]]> Wed, 11 Aug 2010 12:48:47 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00474
















CXC just opened the doors to our Sport Science Center in the
Seeley, WI where endurance athletes can complete strength and conditioning
evaluation. CXC has accumulated data from athletes of all levels, from
beginners to elite.  For the past 5
years we have been testing and analyzing results of over 400 athletes on a
consistent basis in the sports of Nordic skiing, running, and road/mountain
biking.

CXC will be offering sports science testing and results
analysis starting in August b]]> Wed, 04 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00473



































CXC Community Olympic Development Program Chapters (CXC
CODP) are fully operational in Wausau, Minocqua, Hayward and Twin Cities and
you’re invited.  If you are a
middle school or high school athlete, and you want to work with other athletes
in your area this is a perfect opportunity for you.  The Community Olympic Development Program is a distinction
that CXC has earned through the U.S. Olympic Committee, and we would like to
make you a part of our program.]]> Wed, 04 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00471
















August 1st, 2010 wrapped up the second
installment of the Masters Team Camp. 
This camp was again held in Birkie Country.  With the new Sports Endurance Laboratory open, and several
new SkiErgs to pull on this camp was a dynamic mix of endurance and strength
sessions. 

Masters Team athletes arrived on Friday evening, and went on
a 2 hour technique session with various coaches.  The entire group then headed to Ideal Market for some famous
9” pizza and “Big Glasses]]> Mon, 02 Aug 2010 14:18:29 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00468


































Join CXC Meetup Group - NEW!

Help make more people
enthusiastic about the sport in their own communities: be it Madison,
Milwaukee, Wausau, Chicago, Twin Cities or somewhere East or West coast.



Whether you're new to the sport of cross country
skiing or not so much, whether you're old or young, this group will have
something to offer!



The idea of the CXC Meetup Group is to help make
more people enthusiastic about the sport in their own communities: be it
Madison, M]]> Fri, 23 Jul 2010 13:08:38 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00464
















Plans are underway for the annual Cross Country Technical Delegate Seminar. This year, the seminar
will be held in conjunction with a FIS Homologation Conference at which
attendees may choose to become certified to homologate cross country race
courses.  Yngve Thorsen, FIS
Homologation Expert from Norway, will be presenting. The seminar and conference will be held at
the Radisson Inn
Mall of America and at Theodore Wirth Park, Minneapolis, MN. More
information
will be sent as agend]]> Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:04:35 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00459














Training Period 4 (July 19 –
August 15 '10) - will be released on Monday, July 19th.
From this point to the end of dry-land training we will
suggest track workouts and Ski Erg workouts. These will be substitute
workouts for AT intervals and VO2 Max Intervals, and are indicated in the plan.
We will have video demonstrations that you can also reference for help with
these exercises.

IN TRAINING PLANS:
Warmer temperatures can interfere with quality both in the workout and
recovery. Try se]]> Sat, 17 Jul 2010 11:09:12 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00460


















CXC Academy is committed to bringing you inventive ways to
execute essential workouts while building strength in areas where you might
need work.  From this point to the
end of dry-land training we will suggest track workouts and Concept2 Ski Erg workouts. These
will be substitute workouts for AT intervals and VO2 Max Intervals, and are
indicated in the training plan samples.

We will have video demonstrations that you can also
reference for help with these exercises. 
We sinc]]> Sat, 17 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00458 type of workouts, workout locations, social
life, emotions etc. Every follower and fan of the Team is THE part of
the Team! www.twitter.com/cxcskiing]]> Wed, 14 Jul 2010 08:33:31 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00457 Ironwood, MI  (Wolverine SC) NRL/JOQ/Open

5/10 C, 10/10 F

 

Dec. 18-19 Wausau, WI 
(Knicker Nordic SC)

NRL/JOQ

Sprint F, Sprint C

 

Jan. 22-23 Minneapolis, MN (COLL)   

SuperTour/NRL/JOQ/Open

5/10km F, 10/15km C MST

 

Jan. 29-30 Hayward/Cable Area, WI (CXC Skiing)   


SuperTour/NRL/JOQ/Open

Sprint F Qualifier (not a JOQ), 5/10km C, 10/15km F
MS]]> Wed, 14 Jul 2010 08:32:09 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00456 this point everyone has dusted off the rollerskis, been
logging plenty of miles on foot, and getting stronger every day.  Through
this program our Masters Team
members are helping to grow the sport we love and at the same time
getting the
most unique opportunities to train together on consistent bases through
the
complementary technique/training camps, sports science testing and first
class
race support. Members also receive race service at the Birkie s]]> Wed, 14 Jul 2010 08:30:44 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00455 past Friday.  Training was an
obvious highlight of the camp with skiers logging over 20 hours of
training in
the 6 days at Crest Hill Resort in Hayward, WI.  The
athletes left this camp knowing that it's alright to set
your goals high.  Having many of
the CXC Team Vertical Limit athletes around provided for some exciting
results
in the Time Trials and Strength Assessment Tests. Thank you to all guest
coaches from different clubs for]]> Wed, 14 Jul 2010 08:26:30 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00447






















































Central Cross Country Ski Association
is pleased to announce that CXC Junior Camp, CXC Master/Citizen Skier Open Camp
and CXC Women’s Only Camp will be held at the Lakewoods Resort, Cable, WI.

CXC Masters/Citizen Skier
Open Camp dates have been moved to: 8/13 – 8/15

 

2010 US Olympic Team Member Caitlin
Compton has been added as a coach for the Woman’s Only Camp and 2009 Birkie
winner Matt Liebsch has been added for the Open Master/Citiz]]> Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00444 Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00441 athletes to
represent CXC Team Vertical
Limit in marathon events for the 2010/2011
season. The athletes will receive
equipment through CXC Team Sponsors and race support at select marathon
events,
including the 2011 American Birkiebeiner. Please contact Yuriy Gusev (yuriy.gusev@cxcskiing.org)
if you are interested in exploring this unique opportunity. These two
positions will be filled with
one male and one female athlete.]]> Wed, 23 Jun 2010 09:15:26 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00440 In
conjunction with several Super Fit programs CXC will also
be offering a Level 100
Coaches Certification Technique Program. Please see the list
below for times and
locations of these clinics.For
more information on these clinics please email
yuriy.gusev@cxcskiing.org.  8:00 AM, Saturday, September 18Gear West, Long lake, MNTBD, Sunday, September 19WI High School Coaches Meeting,
Iola, WI8:00 AM, Saturday, October 23Ski Hut, Duluth, MNTBD, Saturday, October 23MN High School Coaches Meeting,
Mora]]> Wed, 23 Jun 2010 09:13:19 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00437 Wed, 23 Jun 2010 09:08:41 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00435 Wed, 23 Jun 2010 09:03:30 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00439 2010 brings with it the second year of the CXC/Salomon Super
Fit program. We want to bring you
the latest and greatest technology, knowledge, and skis we can. With
Salomon and your local retailer
behind us we are committed to helping give you all the knowledge we can.
The CXC 3D Flex Mat and
Salomon Flex
Table will be on hand to help show you how pressure is being
distributed to the
snow under your skis, knowledgeable industry partners will be able to
answer any
specific questions you have, and our C]]> Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00433 June 21st. NEW IN THE PERIOD:
CXC Academy Live Chat has changed to an Open Chat Room format.


This format will be monitored by Justin Easter on Wednesday from 9-11AM.
This chat room will be available for conversations about training,
gear, racing, and CXC Academy between users or during the scheduled Live
Chat times. The start of an open dialogue could help you find your next
mark to beat this winter!
IN TRAINING PLANS:

]]> Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:34:05 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00432 skier and coach Bryan Fish. In May, Fish
was named the Continental Cup coach for the U.S. Cross Country Ski Team. As one of only four coaches on the U.S. Ski Team staff, his
responsibilities will be to coach at national level camps, provide
coaching and race support at international development races and support
the education and implementation of a national development pi]]> Thu, 17 Jun 2010 14:24:46 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00431
















Olympic Day Celebration

Central
Cross Country Ski Association takes part in international day celebrating
Olympic values and ideals

Central Cross Country Ski Association (CXC) announced today that an Olympic Day celebration will be held on June 25 from 1PM to 4PM at the Premier Physical Medicine and Wellness Clinic, 1446 Hwy 47, Woodruff, WI. Olympic Day will be a special event featuring Olympic athletes, skill improvement lessons for many sports, and sports-related games for kids and ]]> Fri, 11 Jun 2010 10:21:29 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00430 Tue, 08 Jun 2010 15:42:15 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00428 Tue, 08 Jun 2010 15:36:45 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00429 Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00426 Mon, 07 Jun 2010 14:13:01 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00425 Mon, 07 Jun 2010 14:11:03 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00424 Mon, 07 Jun 2010 14:05:59 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00419 Sat, 22 May 2010 14:09:51 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00418 Central Cross Country Ski Association (CXC) is pleased to welcome Jason Cork as Elite Coach for CXC Team Vertical Limit.  This position was vacated by Bryan Fish in May as he was asked to join the US Ski Team as a Continental Cup Coach.
 
Fish has been with CXC from the formation of the Elite Team in 2006, and saw two athletes compete at the 2010 Winter Olympic Games as well as see six athletes start World Cups in 2010.  Yuriy Gusev, CXC Executive and Athletic Director said, “It is very d]]> Thu, 20 May 2010 12:16:11 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00413



Duluth/Cloquet CXC Masters Chapter Meeting 
CXC is happy to announce another Chapter of its CXC Masters Program opening in the Duluth/Cloquet area!  This chapter is hosting an informational meeting at Snowflake in Duluth today (May 11, 2010).  Yuriy Gusev, CXC Executive Director and Physical Activity Director, will be on hand to answer any questions you have about this new chapter.  Come and enjoy some snacks, ask questions, and learn how you can be a part of this exciting Masters]]> Tue, 11 May 2010 13:16:41 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00412 Our Opportunity Center was a successful start last winter.This was possible due to you, the volunteers, for signing up to help out and passing along your energy and excitement of cross-country skiing to those who came to try it for the first time. We have one boy who has visions of winning the Paralympics someday, and oth]]> Tue, 11 May 2010 13:13:48 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00411 This feature will help answer questions about anything on CXC Academy, or general question regarding your training plan. Please feel free to log on to Live Chat with CXC Director of Education, Justin Easter, between 9AM and 12PM every Wednesday. Justin will help you navigate the library of knowledge available through CXC Academy, and utilize the knowledge he has available to him to answer your questions.
www.cxcacademy.com]]> Tue, 11 May 2010 13:12:13 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00410 CXC is happy to announce another Chapter of its CXC Masters Program opening in the Duluth/Cloquet area!  This chapter is hosting an informational meeting at Snowflake in Duluth today (May 11, 2010).  Yuriy Gusev, CXC Executive Director and Physical Activity Director, will be on hand to answer any questions you have about this new chapter.  Come and enjoy some snacks, ask questions, and learn how you can be a part of this exciting Masters opportunity. 
What: CXC Masters Team - Duluth/Cl]]> Tue, 11 May 2010 13:10:34 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00406 CURRENT MASTERS TEAM CHAPTERS:Milwaukee/Dousman ChapterYou are welcome to come to any of the sessions to learn more about the program and try out our technique session. In this chapter members can attend any of the sessions in Milwaukee and Dousman.Chapter Coach:Justin Easter - justin.easter@cxcskiing.orgSessions Locations:Dousman – meeting at the Bike DocMilwaukee – location is getting finalized (north part of Milwaukee)Schedule:9am, Saturday, May 22 - Dousman9am, Saturday, June 19 – Milwaukee 9am,]]> Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00400 “I was very impressed and thank all those that applied for our CXC Elite Assistant Coaching position.  We had a diverse group of qualified applicants with a wide variety of coaching experience.  The question that we felt we needed to answer was, ‘What candidate will complement our current staff the best?’  We think Gus Kaeding will be the best overall fit, and compliment the present staff the best.  Gus has a great personality and we feel his experience on the CXC Team Vertical L]]> Tue, 27 Apr 2010 13:14:16 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00402  
New this year is that we are adding CXC Masters Team Training Camps. CXC Masters Team Training Camps will mimic the successful training structure employed by CXC Team Ver]]> Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00401 The 2009/2010 season had helpful comments each day by 2009 American Birkebeiner Champion, Matt Liebsch]]> Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00399















Camp Recap:

















On Friday, after checking in, the men from the masters camp
got together with Garrott Kuzzy, Justin Easter and Jason Cork and rollerskied,
working on skate technique. One of our main focuses was on good body position;
the group worked both dryland and on skis to get high, forward hips. That
evening, we enjoyed a nice dinner (fresh walleye was an option – we were in the
Northwoods, after all) and then watched a slideshow put together by Garrott on
the Olympic]]> Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00397 Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00396 Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00395

2010 REG Camp Recap:
















Over the week of July 3rd- 9th, 2010
37 athletes converged on Crest Hill Resort in Hayward, WI for the Regional
Elite Group Camp.  The first order
of business was for the athletes to get their VO2 Max testing done.  By using a standard running protocol
these athletes were put on a treadmill and physiological data was
recorded.  This data was put into a
PDF file, and was then explained to each athlete for the coming months of
training.

After all data w]]> Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00393 Sat, 24 Apr 2010 10:51:57 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00386




CXC Job Openings (2) 
 
CXC Team Vertical Limit is looking for both an assistant coach and a race support manager to work with post graduate, U23 and senior athletes.
 
CXC Team Vertical Limit Assistant Coach (Full Time)
 
Ideal candidate needs to have racing experience in cross country skiing at the elite level,  a degree in exercise physiology or a related field, and have coaching background with junior, U23 and senior athletes.
 
Main Job Responsibilities: recruit a]]> Tue, 06 Apr 2010 16:06:48 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00384


Training Period 13 (March 29 - April 25 '10) - will be
released on Monday, March 29th.

In Video Extras:

- 2010 Birkie Video Extra;

- Nordic Torpedo – Glide Wax testing Tool (with Bryan Fish –
CXC Team Vertical Limit Coach);

- Nordic Torpedo – Testing for the Birkie (with Bryan Fish –
CXC Team Vertical Limit Coach);

- The General Adaptation Syndrome – part 1 (with Randy Hill –
U.S. Ski Team Head Physiologist);

- The General Adaptation Syndrome – part 2 (with Randy Hill –
U.S. Ski]]> Sat, 27 Mar 2010 16:17:53 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00383 American Birkebeiner and Central Cross Country Ski Association Present:
DVD1: 
Follow the top freestyle men as they attack the hills of the Birkie trail in pursuit of winning the 37th American Birkebeiner. This exciting video, with both trail level and aerial shots, puts you in the lead pack of three Italians, two Norwegians and the top Americans as teammates work together to drop the competition and claim victory on main street in Hayward.
Post race interviews with the top finishing men and women p]]> Tue, 23 Mar 2010 11:32:48 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00375


THE DATES
HAVE BEEN MOVED TO: FRIDAY, AUGUST 13TH - SUNDAY, AUGUST 15TH








Looking for your best jump start for the
upcoming season and a great vacation as well? CXC now offers a summer
camp for master skiers of all abilities and levels. This camp is filled
with technique group instructions, individual lessons, presentations,
moderate training, evening seminars, and a lake side evening barbecue
with the CXC Team Vertical Limit. Other activities include road and
mountain biking, paddlin]]> Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00374 Young skiers (age 15 and under) from across the Midwest race on the 2011 Junior Olympic course at Theodore Wirth Park in Minneapolis. Freestyle sprint on Saturday and a longer classic race on Sunday. Saturday afternoon skiers compete in the Midwest Skiball Championship Tournament and in the SkiX-c course- a short loop with jumps and a slalom course.
For more information please visit:
http://www.jo2011.com/midwestchamps/
 
 
Updated on March 8:
 
Young skiers from across the Midwest rac]]> Tue, 02 Mar 2010 01:00:00 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00373  
Several of this year's participants want to do a longer race at the Birkie next year, so we are looking in to that plan. Shortly]]> Tue, 02 Mar 2010 01:00:00 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00371 Training Period 12 (March 1 - March 28 '10) - will be released on Monday, March 1st.
In Video Extras:
- Ski Structure Tools (with Bryan Fish – CXC Team Vertical Limit Coach);
- Ski Structuring Guidelines (with Bryan Fish – CXC Team Vertical Limit Coach);
- Practicing Classic Starts (with Justin Wadsworth – U.S. Ski Team);
- Telemark SuperTour (video clip);
- Coaches Corner Notes Series | Counting Down 7 Days to a Marathon - PDF download.
New in the period:
Feel free to start adding a little more d]]> Tue, 23 Feb 2010 01:00:00 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00366
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Capitol Square Sprints presented by Madison Winter Festival

February 20-21, 2010
 
Events:SuperTour - 10/7.5km skate criterium and classic sprintSuperTour Masters for Citizen Skiers - 10/7.5km skate criterium and classic sprint
WI State High School Championships - 5km skate criterium, skate team relay and classic spring
 
SuperTour Prize Money ScheduleThe prize money for the Madison SuperTour - Capitol Square Sprints will be determined by the best cumulative total of Saturday and Sunday]]> Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:58:40 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00364
2010 Sit-Ski Event at the American Birkebeiner
Prior to seeing the first Birkie finishers on Main Street, spectators will again have the opportunity to watch physically challenged athletes use the latest adaptive ski equipment as they ski to the Birkie Finish Line at 9:00 AM on race day.
Later in the day several Sit-Skiers will ski alongside Birkie skiers as they cover the final three kilometers of the course to their finish on Main Street. These athletes will begin on the far end of Lake Hayward at Noo]]> Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:57:10 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00363
CXC is looking for profiles for a well-known children's network interstitial series entitled "Getcha Head In The Game".  These profiles feature kids approximately  8-14 years old who are dedicated and passionate about  a particular sport.  The documentary style piece is about two minutes in length and will air on the network numerous times over the upcoming years. 
We are looking for a boy/girl who stands out in the sport of Cross Country Skiing. We are ]]> Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:56:19 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00362
February 20-21, 2010
 
Events:SuperTour - 10/7.5km skate criterium and classic sprintSuperTour Masters for Citizen Skiers - 10/7.5km skate criterium and classic sprint
WI State High School Championships - 5km skate criterium, skate team relay and classic spring
 
SuperTour Prize Money ScheduleThe prize money for the Madison SuperTour - Capitol Square Sprints will be determined by the best cumulative total of Saturday and Sunday events i]]> Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:53:58 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00361 The Midwest Coaches have announced the 45 athletes that have either prequalified through USSA criteria or through the JOQ race process these past two months.  Congratulations to all these athletes and their coaches and families.  These athletes will be traveling to Presque Isle, Maine on March 5-14, 2010 to compete in the 2010 Junior Olympics.
 
Coaches:
Ben Dubay
Yuriy A. Gusev
John Hugus
Bonnie Kask
James Kyes
Reid A. Lutter
William L. Pierce
Diane Tremblay
 
Athletes:
1. Brooke E. A]]> Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:48:16 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00360 Madison Winter Festival raises over $20,000 to benefit humanitarian organization “Right To Play”
The Madison Winter Festival is pleased to announce that over $20,000 has been donated to the worldwide humanitarian organization Right To Play. The Madison Winter Festival organized a fundraising dinner which was inspired by a $10,000 matching grant from local attorney, business owner and Madison Winter Festival sponsor Donald Becker.   
The Madison Winter Festival is a weekend of winter ce]]> Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:29:27 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00359 Biwabik, Minn.  – Giants Ridge Ski Resort now offers adaptive ski equipment for the physically disabled so that all people may enjoy alpine and cross country skiing in northeastern Minnesota.
Giants Ridge recently acquired four cross country sit-skis and is now recognized as an official "CXC Adaptive Opportunity Center", one of thirteen around the Midwest, through the Central Cross Country Association. Adaptive cross country skiing is a winter sport in which disabled or visually-impaired participan]]> Wed, 03 Feb 2010 18:29:00 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00358 The Central Cross Country Ski Association Adaptive Program for individuals with physical disabilities is pleased to announce the receipt of a $10,000 grant from The Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation
Hayward, WI (February 2, 2010)
The Central Cross Country Ski Association Adaptive Program is pleased to announce the receipt of a $10,000 grant from The Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation for the furtherance of the CXC Adaptive Cross Country Program. The Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation is dedicate]]> Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:30:51 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00357

In Video Extras:
- V2 Technique Fundamentals (with Bill Pierce – Regional Development Coach);
- Kick Double Pole Technique Fundamentals (with Yuriy Gusev – CXC Program and Athletic Director);
- Waxing Application: Kick and Glide (part 2) (with Bryan Fish – CXC Team Vertical Limit Coach);
- Striding: arms and takeoff position (with Justin Wadsworth  – U.S. Ski Team);
- Taking and Navigating Corner]]> Sat, 30 Jan 2010 14:22:06 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00355 Saturday-Sunday, February 20-21 | Madison, WI | 2010 Madison Winter Festival | Program participation is free
This year Madison Winter Festival will again be offering an Adaptive Sit Ski Program for people with physical disabilities. Participants will be presented with an opportunity to attend a seminar at the Wisconsin Veterans Museum followed by a session of skiing on the Capitol Square. Sandy Metzger (USSA Disabled Program Director) and Jon Kreamelmeyer (Disabled Cross-Country Head Coach) will be t]]> Mon, 25 Jan 2010 01:00:00 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00353




By: Sam Cook, Duluth News Tribune

For years, skiers with disabilities have been cruising
downhill on adaptive equipment called “sitskis.” Now cross-country skiers can use similar devices on
cross-country ski trails at Duluth’s Hartley Park. Hartley Nature Center will make the new crosscountry sit-skis
available starting this week and will hold an event Saturday to showcase Nordic
sitskiing. Reid Hietala of Cloquet tried one of the new Nordic sit-skis at
Hartley on Thursday, double-poling power]]> Wed, 20 Jan 2010 16:05:57 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00352 January 27th 6:00 pm
Under the lights at Hyland Park in Bloomington
Meet outside the Nordic chalet. Come warmed up and ready to work on your skate technique.
Run by Karl Nygren of CXC Team Vertical Limit.
]]> Wed, 20 Jan 2010 15:37:22 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00351 CXC Team Vertical Limit - US Nationals Recap

 CXC Team Vertical Limit athletes got almost on each podium at the US National Championships in Alaska. Six athletes (Rebecca Dussault, Garrott Kuzzy, Brian Gregg, Bryan Cook, Matt Liebsch and Tad Elliot) qualified to the World Cup Team in Canada! Tad Elliot was named to the U23 World Championships Team and Jessie Diggins to the Junior World Championships Team.
 
 
Super Fit at Riverbrook Bike & Ski
This weekend CXC Team Vertical Limit wil]]> Sat, 16 Jan 2010 12:19:15 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00350 Wander Outside this Winter!  (“W.O.W.!”) is an entry level initiative developed to bring kids and their families outside in the winter to have fun on snow and enjoy winter. It encompasses a variety of exciting winter activities like cross country skiing, snowshoeing, sledding, downhill skiing, making a snowman, an]]> Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:27:59 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00348 The CXC Opportunity Centers are up and running this week! 10 Centers across the Midwest and 2 outside of the region:
Madison-Elver Park, Wausau-9 Mile Forest, La Grange-General Store/Nordic Trails, Hayward-New Moon, Minocqua-Winter Park in Wisconsin; Minneapolis-Elm Creek, Duluth, Giant's Ridge in Minnesota; Houghton-Michigan Tech and Marquette in Michigan
Centers are also functioning in Jackson Hole, WY and at Bogus Basin in Boise, ID
Other areas may open this season, with the number expected to double n]]> Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:18:09 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00347  
“SUPER FIT” is a weekend educational and sale program featuring the unique high tech user friendly 3D pressure testing mat. Three days filled with seminars, presentations and store specials at local retail shops around the region.
 
Schedule of Events:
Friday:
1:00 pm to 7:00 pm - 3D Ski Flex Mat Testing
1:00 am to 7:00 pm – Kick wax pocket analyses assistan]]> Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:14:00 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00345 Sunday, January 17th, 2010
9:00 AM-1:00 PM
OO Warming Hut, Hayward, WI
 
Ring in the New Year with Ski and Tea and the CXC Team Vertical Limit Women for their fourth ski clinic of the season. Sunday, January 17th is also the day after the Seeley Hills Classic Race, so be sure to
extend your stay to include this event. If you'd like a technique tune-up before the Birkie, or are itching to meet your New Year's resoluti]]> Tue, 12 Jan 2010 01:00:00 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00344 CXC Opportunity Centers
At the outset, the primary CXC initiative is the introduction of grass roots “Opportunity Centers” throughout the Midwestern snow belt. The goal of the Opportunity Centers is to establish a model that can be adopted by ski areas and clubs around the region and beyond. Selected ski areas and clubs in the Midwest will qualify as Opportunity Centers to offer loaner equipment and provide clinics, instructions and events at no charge to the users. Opportunity Centers will help]]> Mon, 11 Jan 2010 01:00:00 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00342 Thu, 07 Jan 2010 17:31:16 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00341 www.duluthxc.com | January 06, 2010
 
Duluth XC Ski Club is collaborating with Courage Duluth, Central Cross Country Skiing, and Hartley Nature Center to offer a cross country ski event for adults and youth with mobility or vision impairments and youth with autism spectrum disorders (Saturday, Jan 23 from 1:30 to 4:00pm).
 
Courage Duluth and CXC will provide a variety of sit-skis for people with mobility impairments to try. Standard touring ski equipment will also be available, and volunt]]> Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:03:02 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00339 “A SPECIAL INVITATION TO ALL WOMEN SKIERS”
The CXC SuperTour at Telemark Resort invites you to join Central Cross Country Skiing’s CXC Athletes as they host the “First Annual Lapham Ladies / Ski and Tea Women's 5k Race and Fun Ski"
 
Telemark Lodge | Jan 30-31, 2010
Saturday Classic 5K –Interval Start-moderate course
Sunday Skate 5K -Women’s only mass start- moderate course
Saturday Afternoon | Wine and cheese and door prize reception for all ladies
 
Come and test your ski skill aga]]> Wed, 06 Jan 2010 10:04:52 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00338 In Video Extras:
- V1 Technique Fundamentals (with Bill Pierce – Regional Development Coach);
- Diagonal Stride Technique Fundamentals (with Yuriy Gusev – CXC Program and Athletic Director);
- Dynamic Ski Flex (with Bryan Fish – CXC Team Vertical Limit Coach);
- Waxing Application: Kick and Glide (part 1) (with Bryan Fish – CXC Team Vertical Limit Coach);]]> Tue, 29 Dec 2009 15:21:01 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00332 Training Period 9 of Season II Recap | 12.06.09
Training Period 9 (December 7 '09 - January 3 '10) - will be released on Monday, December 7th.
New in the period:
In Training Plans:
American Birkebeiner Training Program (Training Period 2)
This training plan is designed for multi sport master skiers interested in participating in the American Birkebeiner and other marathon races. Simple workout structure will provide anyone with the basic frame work to maximize training time.
High School Racing Training P]]> Sat, 05 Dec 2009 01:00:00 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00331 In conjunction with
Grand View XC Ski Challenge
Dec 11-13, 2009 at the Wolverine Trails in Ironwood, MI
 
Join CXC TDs in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan for an informative symposium and some great early season skiing while helping to officiate and manage an excellent weekend of CXC MW/GLD Junior Olympic Qualifier/Collegiate/Citizen races. This symposium will include hands on race day activities and evening discussions. Lodging and evening meals are with the group (see below). The cost is $85/person,]]> Thu, 03 Dec 2009 15:25:18 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00327




CXC Team Vertical Limit athletes and coaches will assist area skiers with fitting equipment this coming weekend at Bicycle Doctor starting on Friday morning.   CXC Team Vertical Limit will have a stop with "Super Fit Program" this coming weekend at Bicycle Doctor, Dousman, WI. The following athletes and coaches will be assisting you at Bicycle Doctor in addition to their expert staff:
 Yuriy Gusev - CXC Executive and Athletic ]]> Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:06:41 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00326



PODIUMWEAR MT. BORAH CUSTOM JOINS CXC AND AS AN OFFICIAL CUSTOM APPAREL SUPPLIER





Central Cross Country Ski Association (CXC) is pleased to announce Podiumwear Mt. Borah Custom as their official custom apparel supplier. Starting on, November 15, 2009, CXC Team Vertical Limit will rely on Poduimwear's PROLINE custom race suits.  Proline was developed by Podiumwear Mt. Borah Custom with input from Olympic and World Cup athletes and coaches. Proline uses new fabrics and a multi-panel performance]]> Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:07:13 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00325 Training Period 8 of Season II Recap | 11.07.09
Training Period 8 (November 9 – December 6) - will be released on Monday, November 9th.
 
New in the period:
In Training Plans:
American Birkebeiner Training Program (Training Period 1)
This training plan is designed for multi sport master skiers interested in participating in the American Birkebeiner and other marathon races. Simple workout structure will provide anyone with the basic frame work to maximize training time.
High School Racing Training]]> Sat, 07 Nov 2009 15:26:34 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00323 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00320



SUPERFIT COMES TO FINN SISU THIS WEEKENDCXC Team Vertical Limit will have a stop with "Super Fit Program" this coming weekend at Finn Sisu, St. Paul, MN. The following athletes and coaches will be assisting you at Finn Sisu in addition to their expert staff:
Igor Badamshin -  CXC Junior Development Program Coach and 1993 World Championships bronze medalistYuriy Gusev - CXC Executive and Athletic Director Kristina Owen - CXC Team Vertical LimitKelly Chaudoin - CXC Team Vertical Limit and Gustavus]]> Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:24:40 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00321 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00317  
CXC Team Vertical Limit athletes and coaches will assist area skiers with fitting equipment this coming weekend at Finn Sisu starting on Friday morning.
 
MADISON, WI (November 4, 2009)
 
CXC Team Vertical Limit will have a stop with “Super Fit Program” this coming weekend at Finn SiSu, St. Paul, MN. The following athletes and coaches will be assisting you at Finn Sisu in addition to their expert staff:
Igor Badamshin -  CXC Junio]]> Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:53:14 -0500 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00314




CXC Team Vertical Limit athletes and coaches will assist area skiers with fitting equipment this coming weekend at Fontana Sports starting on Friday morning.   
CXC Team Vertical Limit will have a stop with "Super Fit Program" this coming weekend at Fontana Sports (west side), Madison, WI. The following athletes and coaches will be assisting you at Fontana Sports in addition to their expert staff:Brian ]]> Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:41:44 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00313 This 3-DVD set is a cross country ski-specific presentation from experts in the field. You're going to hear from Sweden's cross country physiologist H.C. Holmberg, USST's sport psychologist Dr. Jon Hammermeister, Pete Vordenberg - USST Head Coach, and Justin Wadsworth - USST coach as well as ex-coach of Olympic Medalist Beckie Scott. Stratton Mountain School Coach Sverre Caldwell speaks on developing young skiers and the U.S Development System. Other topics include Ski Service by USST's Serviceman Randy G]]> Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:48:12 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00311




CXC Team Vertical Limit athletes and coaches will assist area skiers with fitting equipment this coming weekend at Hoigaard's starting on Friday morning.  
CXC Team Vertical Limit will have a second stop with its "Super Fit Program" this coming weekend at Hoigaard's, St. Louis Park, MN. The following athletes and coaches will be assisting you at Hoigaard's in addition to their expert staff:Bryan Fish - CXC Team Vertical Limit Coach and 2007 USSA Development Coach of the YearYuriy Gusev]]> Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00309 PERSONAL COACHING BY CXC TEAM VERTICAL LIMIT ATHLETES
 
- Initial consultation and fitness assessment advice over the phone
- Weekly e-mail training plan and training evaluation
- Monthly 30 min phone consultation
- CXC Academy monthly membership
- 3 months minimum subscription
- CXC Master/Citizen Skier Premier Membership
- Access to CXC Masters Team technique/training camps 
- $250 per monthContact Yuriy Gusev at yuriy.gusev@cxcskiing.org if you are interested.
 
CXC NE]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00308 Training Period 7 of Season II Recap | 10.10.09
Training Period 7 (October 12 - November 8) - will be released on Monday, October 12th.
 
New in the period:
In Training Plans:
- We will begin to blend the two programs (max strength and power-veloc¬ity strength) together. Explosive strength and plyometrics is at the top of the strength pyramid. Distance training remains specific and volumes increase during period 7.
In Video Extras:
- Diagonal Stride Progressions (no poles) (with Yuriy Gusev – CX]]> Sat, 10 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00307 MADISON, WI - The U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC) today announced the Central Cross Country Ski Association (CXC) as a new Community Olympic Development Program (CODP). The CXC supports more than 1,300 members throughout Eastern Pennsylvania, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Of these members, 871 are athletes and 40 percent are younger than age 13. "The Central Cross Country Ski Association has been working in th]]> Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00306 Distributed by Climb High
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This is how the program works:
1.  Locate a local Toko dealer.  You can call us for assistance on that if you do not know of on]]> Wed, 07 Oct 2009 14:05:14 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00305 Need a little motivation to get ready for the upcoming ski season?  Back by popular demand, CXC Vertical Limit Team skiers Brian Gregg and Garrott Kuzzy will be hosting a Ski Agility and Nordic Walking clinic on Saturday, October 24, 2009.
 
The two-hour clinic will start at the ActivEdge Fitness Studio, located in the Lenroot Lodge in Seeley, Wisconsin, at 9am sharp.  The first hour of the clinic will focus on ski specific balance, coordination, and strength training.   The secon]]> Wed, 07 Oct 2009 13:56:21 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00303 RUNNING TIME:1 hour 20 minutes | Color | Widescreen (16:9) THE DVD CONTAINS:Dryland Pro]]> Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:33:30 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00291 Join Matt Liebsch, 2009 Overall American Birkebeiner winner and
member of the CXC Team Vertical Limit, and his family as Matt shares
his exciting story from the last year's Birkie, journey towards Olympic
dream and vision for the continued development of our sport!This dinner is an opportunity to help maintain St. Mary's Trails - a fantastic resource we have in our community. 50% of proceeds from the event will support trail maintenance, trail grooming and snow making. ]]> Thu, 24 Sep 2009 14:59:33 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00290 CXC Academy with the partnership of Vision Quest Coaching will
offer clinic and seminar on Wednesday, October 14th.To learn more
about it and to sign up visit http://www.visionquestcoaching.com/general.php?id=1208 ]]> Thu, 24 Sep 2009 14:54:15 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00288 October 17th 2009 - LAPHAM PEAK STATE PARK, DELAFIELD, WI www.xcskialliance.com/run 8K Trail Run/Walk/Nordic Walk - This exciting new event at Lapham Peak State Park in Delafield, Wisconsin will be run from the Evergreen Shelter to the top of the Lapham Peak tower and back down.  Bergkönig means "Mountain King" in German.  For those of you who are not familiar with the park, the course involves numerous hill climbs, technical sections, and flights of stairs.  The race ]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2009 10:59:54 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00287 USSA Coaches Conference is coming this coming weekend September 25-27 in downtown Minneapolis!  A few late drop outs have made space for more. 
 
This coaches conference is going to be the best yet.  We're going to hear from World Record setting, Olympic medal winning super star Dan Jansen.  We're going to hear from Sweden's XC physiologist H.C. Holmberg, World Championship medalist Kikkan Randal's coach Erik Flora, Dr. Jon Finnoff from the Mayo Clinic, Justin Wa]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2009 10:21:09 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00286 Hosted by High Peaks Cyclery
 
Ready to get in shape for the upcoming ski season?  Join US Ski Team racer Garrott Kuzzy for an afternoon of strength, coordination, and agility training: Ski Team style, at the new High Peaks Cyclery Fitness Studio.  Kuzzy will introduce you to a variety of exercises to get you ready for snow this winter, utilizing a variety of “strength toys,” such as High Peak’s new Ski Erg, medic]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2009 10:18:39 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00285 Hosted by High Peaks Cyclery
Join Garrott Kuzzy and US Ski Team coaches for a Nordic Technique Clinic in Lake Placid.  The clinic will be held from 3:00 – 5:00pm on Sunday, October 4 at the parking lot on Bear Cub Road, adjacent to the Olympic Training Center.  The clinic will fulfill the Technique Clinic requirement for USSA Level 100 Coaches Certification.  This fun, interactive clinic]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2009 10:14:59 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00277 CXC Team Vertical Limit athletes and coaches will assist area skiers with fitting equipment this coming weekend at Gear West Ski & Run starting on Friday morning.
 
MADISON, WI (September 15, 2009)
 
CXC Team Vertical Limit will kick off the “Super Fit Program” this coming weekend at Gear West Ski & Run store in Long Lake, MN. The following athletes and coaches will be assisting you at Gear West in addition to their expert staff:
Matt Liebsch – 2009 Overall American Birkiebeiner w]]> Tue, 15 Sep 2009 15:50:50 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00275 "SUPER FIT" is an exciting weekend long educational and sale program filled with seminars, presentations and store specials at six local retail shops around the region. Skiers at all levels will have equipment fit by CXC Team Vertical Limit professional athletes and coaches using a state-of-the-art 3D ski pre]]> Tue, 15 Sep 2009 15:48:33 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00276 CXC Team Vertical Limit athletes and coaches will assist area skiers with fitting equipment this coming weekend at Gear West Ski & Run starting on Friday morning.
 
MADISON, WI (September 15, 2009)
 
CXC Team Vertical Limit will kick off the “Super Fit Program” this coming weekend at Gear West Ski & Run store in Long Lake, MN. The following athletes and coaches will be assisting you at Gear West in addition to their expert staff:
Matt Liebsch – 2009 Overall American Birkiebeiner w]]> Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:50:16 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00274 "SUPER FIT" is an exciting weekend long educational and sale program filled with seminars, presentations and store specials at six local retail shops around the region. Skiers at all levels will have equipment fit by CXC Team Vertical Limit professional athletes and coaches using a state-of-the-art 3D ski pre]]> Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00272 Tue, 08 Sep 2009 12:21:27 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00273


Series
Content
Duration

Interviews



Liz Stephen
(a member of the U.S. Ski Team) talks about personal training
1:48

Caitlin Compton
(a member of the CXC Elite Team) talks about goal setting in every athlete’s training program
3:45

Heather Zimmerman
(a member of the CXC Elite Team) talks about having a yearly training plan
2:11

Torin Koos
(a member of the U.S. Ski Team) talks about community support and athlete development
5:44

Matt Whitcomb
(XC Development Head Coach | U.S. Ski Team) talks abou]]> Tue, 08 Sep 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00269 The US Junior Olympic Cross Country Ski Program is a nationwide series of events for youth and juniors ages 8 to 19. Each geographic region has its own qualifying system of events hosted by a different club or organization to select the best athletes to compete at the US Junior Olympic Cross Country Ski Championships.  All events share a common goal: to encourage young athletes to enjoy cross country skiing and to develop their skill. Events mix Olympic-style competition with elements of learning and]]> Sun, 06 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00205 Tue, 01 Sep 2009 14:25:39 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00204 Tue, 01 Sep 2009 14:13:42 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00202 Tue, 01 Sep 2009 14:00:27 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00200 Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:56:39 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00199 Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00198 Nordic Ski Team Scholarship established at GCC
A new scholarship has been established at Gogebic Community College in Ironwood, Michigan to commemorate the Nordic Ski Team’s inaugural season beginning in the 2009-10 academic year.  Mr. Karl Andresen, father of GCC’s Nordic Ski Team coach Will Andresen, gifted funds to start the “GCC Nordic Ski Team Annual Scholarship” as a way to help recruit athletes and students to GCC who will participate in this new winter sport.
Ironwood’s early and co]]> Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:35:46 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00197 Recognition based on peer selection and voting
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO (August 27, 2009)
Kent Eriksen of Kent Eriksen Cycles was twice honored in one year at handmade bicycle shows. First recognized in February for the award of Best Titanium Bike at the North American Handmade Bicycle Show (NAHBS) and again in late August for the 2009 Builder of the Year title at the Rocky Mountain Bicycle Show in Denver. Eriksen received the awards based on peer re]]> Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00195 2009 American Birkebeiner 52km skate race will be available to watch on demand via free webcast. 
MADISON, WI (August 23, 2009)
Central Cross Country Ski Association (CXC) is pleased to announce the inaugural webcast of the 2009 American Birkebeiner 52km skate race. This will be the first ever full digital coverage of the largest cross country ski event in the North America.  The webcast will be available to participants, spectators and Nordic fans at no charge.
 
“Webcast” is a media]]> Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00193 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 15:38:45 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00191 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:46:18 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00190 The CXC Adaptive program is moving forward on many different fronts. Recently 3 cross country ski venues have been contacted with ongoing discussions for inclusion in to the Opportunity Center program. CXC intends to open six to eight Centers around the Central region this season where individuals with disabilities can walk in and receive free loaner sit-skis or stand up equipment and lessons free of charge. Other direct contacts have been made ]]> Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:44:20 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00192  
CXC/Bikrie “Get Your Nordic On!” Clinic
Presented by CXC, Birkie and Premier Physical Medicine & Wellness Clinic
Join CXC Elite Team Vertical Limit skier Brian Gregg
for a free Nordic Walking Clinic in Woodruff, WI.
When: Sunday August 30 at 1:00 PM
Where: Woodruff, WI (Meet at Premier Physical Medicine and Wellness Clinic  at 1446 Hwy 47)
 
Who: Anyone interested in a superior fitness activity, regardless of age, ge]]> Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00189




ADAPTIVE PROGRAM FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES:The CXC Adaptive program is moving forward on many different fronts. Recently 3 cross country ski venues have been contacted with ongoing discussions for inclusion in to the Opportunity Center program. CXC intends to open six to eight Centers around the Central region this season where individuals with disabilities can walk in and receive free loaner sit-skis or stand up equipment and lessons free of charge. Other direct contacts have been made&]]> Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00176 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 11:12:37 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00175 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 11:11:01 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00174 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 11:10:13 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00173 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 11:09:09 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00172 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 11:08:13 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00171 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 11:06:28 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00170 HAYWARD, WI - Central Cross Country Ski Association (CXC) is pleased to announce Swix Sport USA to be the official ski pole supplier. Starting on, August 1, 2009, CXC Elite Team will rely on the proven technology of Swix to provide them with the lightest and strongest composite ski poles.
For more than 25 years, Swix has been the leading innovator in the field of composite ski poles. Top World Cup athletes prefer Swix composite poles, and Swix is the natural choice for maximum performance regardless of sk]]> Thu, 13 Aug 2009 14:02:52 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00168  
CXC OLYMPIC HOPEFULL WILL PARTICIPATE IN THE LOCAL TRAIL RUN EVENT
 
Matt Liebsch, Olympic hopeful for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver, will participate in the “Run for Snow” event at Elver Park, Madison on Sunday, August 16, 2009. 
 
MADISON, WI (August 5, 2009)
 
Matt Liebsch, CXC Team Vertical Limit member and father of two young children, will participate in the “Run for Snow” trail run event at Elver Park, Madison on Sunday, August 1]]> Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00167  
CXC OLYMPIC HOPEFULL WILL PARTICIPATE IN THE LOCAL TRAIL RUN EVENT
 
Matt Liebsch, Olympic hopeful for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver, will participate in the “Run for Snow” event at Elver Park, Madison on Sunday, August 16, 2009. 
 
MADISON, WI (August 5, 2009)
 
Matt Liebsch, CXC Team Vertical Limit member and father of two young children, will participate in the “Run for Snow” trail run event at Elver Park, Madison on Sunday, August 1]]> Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00166 CXC Skiing just wrapped up the 10th Annual CXC/Birkie Junior Technique Camp at Telemark Resort in Cable, WI.  The camp was attended by over 20 middle- and high-school skiers from Minnesota and Wisconsin.  The technique intensive camp meant spending a lot of time on roller skis.  Despite a variety of abilities, ranging from first time roller skiers to Junior Olympics participants, the skiers were able to break into small groups and focus on skills relative to their ability.  Coaches for]]> Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00164 2005
U.S. Adaptive Ski Team attended Inaugural Madison Winter Festival including three athletes using sit skis.
 
Madison Winter Festival organized first demo event and seminar with sit ski.
 
2006
Becker Law Office purchased sit ski for demonstration program and use at the Madison Winter Festival.
 
Don Becker initiated project to provide free adjustable sit skis for recreational use.
 
Bob Balk, former U.S. Paralympian, helps with design ideas for a fully adjustable sit ski prototy]]> Tue, 04 Aug 2009 17:17:54 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00163 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 
Vertical Limit, an Idaho company providing cutting-edge technical wear for outdoor enthusiasts, will sponsor the CXC Elite Team for the next season.  
 
MADISON, WI (July 30, 2009)
 
Central Cross Country Ski Association (CXC) is pleased to announce Vertical Limit as the title sponsor for the CXC Elite Team. The Vertical Limit sponsorship will be seen this year with logos on CXC Team apparel and by providing many items from their fine line of outdoor tech]]> Mon, 03 Aug 2009 14:15:28 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00162 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 
Vertical Limit, an Idaho company providing cutting-edge technical wear for outdoor enthusiasts, will sponsor the CXC Elite Team for the next season.  
 
MADISON, WI (July 30, 2009)
 
Central Cross Country Ski Association (CXC) is pleased to announce Vertical Limit as the title sponsor for the CXC Elite Team. The Vertical Limit sponsorship will be seen this year with logos on CXC Team apparel and by providing many items from their fine line of outdoor tech]]> Mon, 03 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00158 LIST OF UPCOMING EVENTS - August 1, 2009

CXC/Birkie Junior Technique Camp at Telemark Resort - August 3-6, 2009
http://www.cxcskiing.org/site_pages/news/newstring4.htm
 
USSA Coaches Certification Level 100 Technique Clinic - August 3-6, 2009
(as a part of the CXC/Birkie Junior Technique Camp)
http://www.cxcskiing.org/site_pages/news/newstring5.htm
 
CXC/Birkie "Get Your Nordic On!" Clinic
Nordic Walking with CXC Elite Team member Karl Nygren
http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00148/0/F]]> Thu, 30 Jul 2009 18:35:19 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00159 5.5K Walk/Nordic Walk and 5.5K, 9K, 14.5K Trail Run - This exciting new event at Elver Park in Madison, Wisconsin will be run primarily on wooded ski trail with a few sections of single track trail. The trail features numerous climbs and the 9K and 14.5K feature some technical sections.
All proceeds from the event will go towards the Adopt an Athlete Program, started by the Central Cross Country Ski Association (a 501(c)3 not for profi]]> Thu, 30 Jul 2009 17:39:32 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00157 LIST OF UPCOMING EVENTS - August 1, 2009

CXC/Birkie Junior Technique Camp at Telemark Resort - August 3-6, 2009
http://www.cxcskiing.org/site_pages/news/newstring4.htm
 
USSA Coaches Certification Level 100 Technique Clinic - August 3-6, 2009
(as a part of the CXC/Birkie Junior Technique Camp)
http://www.cxcskiing.org/site_pages/news/newstring5.htm
 
CXC/Birkie "Get Your Nordic On!" Clinic
Nordic Walking with CXC Elite Team member Karl Nygren
http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00148/0/F]]> Thu, 30 Jul 2009 17:34:10 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00156 Central Cross Country Ski Association is proud to announce the formation of an innovative Adaptive Ski Program available for individuals with physical disabilities throughout the Midwest.

CXC established a disabled ski program in 2005 by bringing the U.S. Adaptive Ski Team to the Madison, WI SuperTour event and purchasing one sit ski. Since that time, over 30 disabled individuals have participated in the program with 13 sit skis currently in use by CXC. The curriculum is growing]]> Thu, 30 Jul 2009 16:48:37 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00155 Central Cross Country Ski Association is proud to announce the formation of an innovative Adaptive Ski Program available for individuals with physical disabilities throughout the Midwest.

CXC established a disabled ski program in 2005 by bringing the U.S. Adaptive Ski Team to the Madison, WI SuperTour event and purchasing one sit ski. Since that time, over 30 disabled individuals have participated in the program with 13 sit skis currently in use by CXC. The curriculum is growing]]> Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00153



FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - JULY 1, 2009  | MADISON, WI
 
CXC NAMED AS 2009 OLYMPIC OPPORTUNITY FUND GRANT RECIPIENT
 





MADISON, WI - Central Cross Country Ski Association (CXC) announced today that it has been named as a grant recipient from the 2009 Olympic Opportunity Fund. Awarded by the U.S. Olympic Committee, the Olympic Opportunity Grant Program was started in 2007 to provide financial assistance to sport organizations across the United States. This year, the prog]]> Wed, 29 Jul 2009 11:51:12 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00152 Salomon Autumn Trail Series at Hyland Park in Bloomington, Minnesota.Wednesday Nights:September 16September 23October 21October 28Race start 6 PM near the main visitor center at Hyland Park in Bloomington, MN. (Don’t worry—we’ll be on Hyland’s lovely lit trails once it gets dark)Online registration $15 per race, $50 for all four at SignMeUp.comDay-of registration $20, opens 1 hour prior to start.Prizes and Drawings-Weekly prize drawings including Salomon swag and apparel.-End-of-series awards for ]]> Wed, 29 Jul 2009 11:46:53 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00154 Wed, 29 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00151
Join CXC Elite Team Vertical Limit  skier Karl Nygren for a free Nordic Walking Clinic in Hyland Park, Bloomington.
When: Wednesday August 5 at 6:30 PM
Where: Hyland Park in Bloomington (Meet at the Nordic center in front of the Chalet)
Who: Anyone interested in a superior fitness activity, regardless of age, gender, strength, and fitness level.
 
Come learn about and experience the high-aerobic, low impact, benefits of Nordic
Walking. Nordic walking is a relatively new fitness a]]> Wed, 29 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00149 “Get Your Nordic On!” ClinicsClinics with Matt Liebsch, CXC Elite Team member and 2009 American Birkebeiner winner (see attachments for shedule)Clinics with Brian Gregg and Garrott Kuzzy, CXC Elite Team members and World Cup Team members (see attachments for schedule)
USSA Level 100 Coaches Certification Technique ClinicsAugust 3-6 during the Birkie Junior Camp (camp registration is required) link to the web pageAugust 7-9 during the Birkie Masters Camp (camp registration is required) link to the web ]]> Tue, 28 Jul 2009 11:14:11 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00150 Salomon Autumn Trail Series at Hyland Park in Bloomington, Minnesota.Wednesday Nights:September 16September 23October 21October 28Race start 6 PM near the main visitor center at Hyland Park in Bloomington, MN. (Don’t worry—we’ll be on Hyland’s lovely lit trails once it gets dark)Online registration $15 per race, $50 for all four at SignMeUp.comDay-of registration $20, opens 1 hour prior to start.Prizes and Drawings-Weekly prize drawings including Salomon swag and apparel.-End-of-series awards for ]]> Tue, 28 Jul 2009 10:30:30 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00148
Join CXC Elite Team Vertical Limit  skier Karl Nygren for a free Nordic Walking Clinic in Hyland Park, Bloomington.
When: Wednesday August 5 at 6:30 PM
Where: Hyland Park in Bloomington (Meet at the Nordic center in front of the Chalet)
Who: Anyone interested in a superior fitness activity, regardless of age, gender, strength, and fitness level.
 
Come learn about and experience the high-aerobic, low impact, benefits of Nordic
Walking. Nordic walking is a relatively new fitness a]]> Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00147 “Get Your Nordic On!” ClinicsClinics with Matt Liebsch, CXC Elite Team member and 2009 American Birkebeiner winner (see attachments for shedule)Clinics with Brian Gregg and Garrott Kuzzy, CXC Elite Team members and World Cup Team members (see attachments for schedule)
USSA Level 100 Coaches Certification Technique ClinicsAugust 3-6 during the Birkie Junior Camp (camp registration is required) link to the web pageAugust 7-9 during the Birkie Masters Camp (camp registration is required) link to the web ]]> Tue, 21 Jul 2009 14:09:10 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00145



FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - JULY 10, 2009  | MADISON, WI
 
2009 BIRKIE MASTERS CAMP AT TELEMARK RESORT
 





MADISON, WI - August 7th to August 9th is set for the annual Masters Camp for all level skiers
 
Looking for your best jump start for the upcoming  season and a great vacation as well? CXC now offers a summer camp for master skiers of all abilities and levels. This camp is filled with technique group instructions, individual lessons, presentations, moderat]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2009 18:04:41 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00142



 
 
2009 CXC TECHNIQUE CAMP AT TELEMARK RESORT PRESENTED BY AMERICAN BIRKEBEINER 
 





 
CAMP OVERVIEW:
Open 4-day high school camp and open 2-day middle school camp is set for August 3-6 along with coaches education sessions.    The goal of the camp is technique development in small groups (4-6 athletes per coach) and individual video analysis for instant feedback.
 
Coaches:- Bryan Fish (CXC Elite Team Coach)- Bill Pierce (CXC Regional Development]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:40:12 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00141



FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - JULY 10, 2009  | MADISON, WI
 
2009 BIRKIE MASTERS CAMP AT TELEMARK RESORT
 





MADISON, WI - August 7th to August 9th is set for the annual Masters Camp for all level skiers
 
Looking for your best jump start for the upcoming  season and a great vacation as well? CXC now offers a summer camp for master skiers of all abilities and levels. This camp is filled with technique group instructions, individual lessons, presentations, moderat]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:40:12 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00140



FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - JUNE 22, 2009  | MADISON, WI
 
2009 CXC TECHNIQUE CAMP AT TELEMARK RESORT PRESENTED BY AMERICAN BIRKEBEINER
 





Open 4-day high school camp and open 2-day middle school camp is set for August 3-6 along with coaches education sessions.    The goal of the camp is technique development in small groups (4-6 athletes per coach) and individual video analysis for instant feedback.  "We gained a lot of knew knowledge ]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:40:12 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00139



 
 
2009 CENTRAL REGIONAL ELITE GROUP CAMP
 





 
CAMP OVERVIEW:
July 5th to July 10th is set for the annual Central Regional Elite Group CampCentral Cross Country Ski Association is pleased to announce the 2009 Central Regional Elite Group Camp scheduled for July 5-10, 2009 at the Cresthill Resort, Hayward, WI.  Qualified top regional athletes will attend this camp including the CXC Elite Team and the CXC Junior Development Program. The goal of the camp is to provide an opp]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:40:12 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00137 Central Cross Country Skiing along with Outdoor Ventures of Hayward will present a beginning skate ski clinic at OO on the Birkie Trail Sunday December 28, 2008
 
Hayward, WI (December 11, 2008)
CXC and Outdoor Ventures will be co-hosting a cross-country ski clinic for beginners learning to skate. Accomplished CXC skiers and staff will help you learn the basics and get you on your way to enjoying this popular winter activity.
Cost for the lesson is $20 in advance or $25 on the day of the clinic. As a]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:38:53 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00131 CXC OFFICIALS AND RACE ORGANIZERS CLINIC
In conjunction with
Grand View XC Ski Challenge
Dec 12-14, 2008 at the Wolverine Trails in Ironwood, MI
 
Join us in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan for an informative symposium and some great early season skiing while helping to officiate and manage an excellent weekend of MW/GLD Junior Olympic Qualifier/Collegiate/Citizen races. This symposium will include hands on race day activities and evening discussions. Lodging and evening meals are with the group (see]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:35:50 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00130



FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - JULY 1, 2009  | MADISON, WI
 
CXC NAMED AS 2009 OLYMPIC OPPORTUNITY FUND GRANT RECIPIENT
 





MADISON, WI - Central Cross Country Ski Association (CXC) announced today that it has been named as a grant recipient from the 2009 Olympic Opportunity Fund. Awarded by the U.S. Olympic Committee, the Olympic Opportunity Grant Program was started in 2007 to provide financial assistance to sport organizations across the United States. This year, the prog]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:25:47 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00129



 
 
2009/2010 CXC JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENT
 





 
Central Cross Country Ski Association is pleased to announce the opening of the application process for the CXC Junior Development Program. This year the CXC Junior Development Program will be led by Igor Badamshin. Igor (born 1966) is a former Soviet/Russia cross country ski racer who competed from 1989 to 1997. He won a bronze medal at the 1993 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships in Falun and earned his best indivi]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:25:47 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00128



FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - JULY 10, 2009  | MADISON, WI
 
2009 BIRKIE MASTERS CAMP AT TELEMARK RESORT
 





MADISON, WI - August 7th to August 9th is set for the annual Masters Camp for all level skiers
 
Looking for your best jump start for the upcoming  season and a great vacation as well? CXC now offers a summer camp for master skiers of all abilities and levels. This camp is filled with technique group instructions, individual lessons, presentations, moderat]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:25:47 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00127



FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - JUNE 22, 2009  | MADISON, WI
 
2009 CXC TECHNIQUE CAMP AT TELEMARK RESORT PRESENTED BY AMERICAN BIRKEBEINER
 





Open 4-day high school camp and open 2-day middle school camp is set for August 3-6 along with coaches education sessions.    The goal of the camp is technique development in small groups (4-6 athletes per coach) and individual video analysis for instant feedback.  "We gained a lot of knew knowledge ]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:25:47 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00117



SKIVOLUTION MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
 





YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
CXC Youth Program is supporting new FIS SnowKidz campaign "Bring Children to Snow".  Similar to the book "Last Child in the Woods" written by Richard Louv the snow sport community is experiencing "Last Child in the Snow". Kids are spending less time outdoors and enjoying activities in the snow. For the future of our children, sport and industry CXC Youth Program is developing a "Winter Activity Log" and award program that awa]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2009 15:46:38 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00104 Welcome
Here is a peak at some of what you can do with your subscription and how to get started.

Subscribe
1. From the Home page at www.cxcacademy.com, click First Time Visitor > Subscribe/Free Trial to access the CXC Academy Sign-Up Form.
2. Make sure to select a subscription type and follow prompts to set up your account.
Notes:• All of our subscription options are currently set up through PayPal - a secure subscription e-payment service that ]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00102 With this 24/7 On Demand Coaching Service you can rest assured you’ll get the exact training plan and support you want right now.
CXC Academy is filled with educational, audio and video content available on demand from personal computers. All content is contributed by experienced professionals with expertise in training, technique, exercise physiology, nutrition, sports psychology and other aspects of training. Material is designed for both novices ]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2009 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.cxcskiing.org/kb/article/AA-00138 The CXC Elite Team Ladies In Conjunction With Ski & Tea Will Run A Series Of Fall And Winter XC Clinics On The Birkie Trail For All Women 
 
HAYWARD, WI (October 3, 2008)
 
The CXC Elite Team ladies, in conjunction with Ski and Tea, are proud to announce a series of women specific clinics in the Hayward area.  Ski and Tea is an exciting new women’s training group in the Hayward area.  They focus on]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400