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If you are looking for a new sport to fall in love with then ski jumping maybe exactly the option for you. The recent winter Olympics in China brought a huge number of new fans to so many of the disciplines, including ski jumping. Some of the world’s most respected sports are those which we are not able to do ourselves, and ski jumping falls right into that category. Most of us cannot even ski,...

Pick up a new hobby & discover why so many people enjoy flying down the slopes by reading our list of five reasons to attempt cross-country skiing. Being adventurous is one of the ways to have a great time in life. Even if you are not normally a person who tries new things, you may want to change your habits to come out of your shell. Whether you check out some extreme places to visit...

You don’t have to be an extreme sports fan or even leave the country to experience a winter adventure worthy of the Olympics. You can have unlimited fun with cross-country skiing. Learning the fundamentals of cross-country skiing, also known as Nordic skiing, takes only a day. The sport provides a cardiovascular and endorphin-inducing workout on par with downhill skiing, cycling, and swimming. Engaging in cross-country skiing can be a relationship-building experience, which is why it...

Trying to make your first moves on skis can be extremely nerve-wracking. Yet, it’s also super fun and exciting. Trying to ski for the first time is an unforgettable experience. Though, wait till you learn to turn, maneuver, and hit some new speed. Overall, your first step in skiing is the beginning of a lifetime journey. Though you better approach it right from the first try so you won’t get hurt or disappointed in the...

Skiing is one of the best activities you can engage in, as it can boost your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It also helps strengthen the knees, joints, and muscles, which is beneficial for preventing injuries later in life. That said, you need to prepare well to get the most out of the experience, especially if you are engaging in this sport for the first time. Besides getting in shape to prepare your body and...

Biathlon is not the kind of sport for the faint-hearted. It takes a lot of effort, perseverance, and consistency to become adept at it. It is also an injury-prone type of sport. Research shows that biathletes have more low back injuries than other athletes pursuing other types of winter sports.  All the more reason to plan the educational and training process of a beginner biathlete strategically and methodically to lay the foundation for balanced and...

In the past few years, the world of ski-tracking apps has seen a significant amount of change, with many of the typical players leaving the market, like Snowcru and Trace Snow, making room for newer brands to enter the slope-tracking scene.  The importance of these tracking apps cannot be overemphasized. As a result, we have compiled some recommendations for the top four ski monitoring applications currently available. Strava Alpine skiing has been introduced to the...