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Kinematic analysis of male olympic cross-country skiers using the open field skating technique

Creator:

Heagy, Brian S.

Abstract:

The kinematic characteristics of 17 elite male cross-country skiers competing in the 50 km race of the 1992 Winter Olympic Games were determined. Each skier used the open field skating technique, one of four skating techniques used in free technique cross-country ski races. Skiers were filmed by the use of...

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Masters Thesis

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Skiers Using the Open Field Skating Technique CHAPTER I INTRODUCTION Cross-country skiing has
The effects of training on upper body power in female cross-country skiers

Creator:

Downing, Julie J.

Abstract:

A distinguishing feature of elite cross-country (xc) skiers is their superlative upper body power (UBP). Race points/rankings are highly correlated to UBP, thus it appears that UIBP training is an integral component to the success of xc ski racers. Recently, roller board training was shown to be superior for improving...

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Dissertation

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INTRODUCTION With the arrival of skate-skiing in the early 1980s, the sport of cross-country (xc) skiing
Alternative value estimates for a nonconsumptive public good : cross-country skiing on the Mt. Hood National Forest

Creator:

Lampi, Keith A.

Resource Type:

Masters Thesis

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thesis was to value cross-country skiing on the Mt. Hood National Forest; and to compare recreation