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The state of Michigan is one of the unsung gems of global skiing. Famed more for its lakes and valleys than for its peaks, the Wolverine State has a lot to offer anyone with a pair of skis. Not only does it boast the highest vertical drop in the US Midwest, but it also has highly boast-worthy downhill trails by the names of Kingdom Come, Voodoo Mountain, and Sidewinder. As detailed in the comprehensive guide...

Have you ever wondered what do sportsmen and sportswomen do when they are on the road as they are heading to the next tournaments and championships? Well, who hasn’t? If you want to spend a day on the road with an athlete, you might not have a chance to do this, but there are other ways to find out. Keep reading, and you will get to know how do athletes spend time when traveling. Traveling...

The Beijing Winter Olympic Games begin on February 4, 2022. In less than two months, the world will again be treated to three weeks of the top athletes in the world competing on snow and ice. While hockey might be the most popular sport at the Winter Olympics, the skiing events offer some of the most dramatic moments. They are also many viewers’ introduction to skiing as a competitive sport. Many people associate sports betting...

The World Cup Dreams Foundation is thrilled to announce its November Grant recipients. After receiving more than 150 applications from athletes all over the country from athletes competing in alpine, cross-country, snowboarding, freestyle, freeskiing, nordic combined and ski jumping we have chosen 16 grant recipients, who will each receive a grant for $1,500 to help offset the costs of training and competing. In the fall of 2021, WCD allocated over $200,000 in direct athlete funding....

The sport’s governing body joins a UN campaign to fight climate change, and save Biathlon too. ***   Östersund, Sweden markets itself as Vinterstaden (The Winter City), a reputation it earned a century ago when the Nordic Games – the precursor to our modern Winter Olympics – were moved there from snowless Stockholm in 1905 and 1913. The International Biathlon Union (IBU) routinely puts Östersund at the very beginning of its world cup calendar, as...

Cross-country skiing is considered one of the top Nordic sports. In a nutshell, it is very similar to regular skiing, which involves navigating through mountainous terrain covered in snow and surrounded by stunning views. The only difference is that cross-country skiing implies relying solely on your own body’s strength instead of using the force of the gravity created when you are going downhill. This distinctive feature makes cross-country skiing an excellent form of physical fitness...

Could skiing become widespread in collegiate competition? Despite the fact that skiing doesn’t receive loads of media attention at the collegiate level, it does currently exist. Of course, professional skiing is covered in much greater detail, and people even bet on professional events, as can be done with the Caesars sportsbook promo code. This then begs the question, should skiing not receive better financial backing to become as high-profile as other collegiate sports? That’s a...

How to Get Started With Cross-Country Skiing on a Budget

The end of the semester draws closer for students. They try to spend more time with family and friends. To finish all assignments, students may have to pull all-nighters and bury themselves in books. In some cases, they turn for help with mathematics homework to be home for Christmas and New Year. Of course, not everybody loves the idea of staying locked up with relatives. Many students prefer spending vacations and holidays in the cold...

  Winter is a time of magical seasonal holidays and joyful outside activities. For those who enjoy cross-country skiing but are low on budget, consider skiing in Eastern Europe. Yes, the Alps are not the only destination for experienced skiing fans.  Eastern Europe has the best off-piste places to offer skiing-savvy lovers. Not a fan of remote roads? Then visit the most famous family resorts or take the company of friends with you. Meanwhile, check...

Training Maniac: 6 Things You Must Have to Cross Train in Preparation for Downhill Skiing

Traveling is fun, but what about staying fit and healthy? Traveling while staying in shape is a typical struggle for many people. We frequently feel that it’s our time to engage and spoil ourselves while on vacation, and we typically head home significantly overweight than when we left. You won’t want to ruin all your work and effort while on vacation, especially if you routinely workout and eat a balanced diet when at home. A...

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