Working Toward an Ideal Body Position While XC Skiing (aka Go Hug a Tree)

In this short tutorial, I discuss and demonstrate the body position that we should be striving for when cross-country skiing. This body position of drawing in our belly button (or tucking our pelvis), dropping our weight, and then leaning forward (from our ankles) is applicable for both classic and skate skiing. Admittedly, this position is more advanced and something that most beginners should work into (rather than starting with). However, whenever learning new things I prefer to see what the ideal should be so that I know what I should be working toward rather than ignorantly "waxing on and off" ... as much as I love the Karate Kid. So, here you go! I used a set of Fischer Spider 62mm off-track skis with NNN bindings in this video. And I wore a pair of Fischer RC5 Combi boots. Please note that I include accurate subtitles/closed captions for all of my videos, so if you're having a difficult time hearing me enable the "CC" option (bottom right of video player). ** You can change the speed of the video (slower/faster) by accessing the "Playback Speed" option via the settings gear icon (bottom right corner of the video player). •   / jaredmanninen   (monthly contributions of $3, $6, $9, $39, or $99) • https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/Jared... (option for making a single, one-time monetary contribution) • https://venmo.com/u/TahoeTrailGuide (option for making a single, one-time monetary contribution) • https://JaredManninen.RedBubble.com​ (merchandise account featuring my outdoor-related imagery) Classic Cross-Country Ski Components (articles at Tahoe Trail Guide): Introduction to Classic Cross-Country Skis (Part 1) https://tahoetrailguide.com/cross-cou... Geometry of Classic Cross-Country Skis (Part 2) https://tahoetrailguide.com/cross-cou... The Grip Zone of Classic Cross-Country Skis (Part 3) https://tahoetrailguide.com/cross-cou... Types of Bindings for Classic Cross-Country Skiing (Part 4) https://tahoetrailguide.com/cross-cou... Ski Boots for Classic Cross-Country Skiing (Part 5) https://tahoetrailguide.com/cross-cou... Classic Cross-Country Ski Poles (Part 6) https://tahoetrailguide.com/cross-cou... FAQs about Classic Cross-Country Skiing https://tahoetrailguide.com/faqs-abou... Waxing Your “Waxless” Cross-Country Skis (for beginner and intermediate xc skiers): Introduction to Waxing Your Waxless XC Skis https://tahoetrailguide.com/waxing-yo... FAQs About Waxing Your Waxless XC Skis https://tahoetrailguide.com/faqs-abou... Considerations for buying cross-country ski gear (new and beginner xc skiers): Buying Cross-Country Ski Gear, for Beginners (Part 1) https://tahoetrailguide.com/buying-cr... I've produced this collection of articles and videos about backcountry travel and exploration with the beginner and intermediate adventurer in mind. This is the demographic for whom I most often served while working in the Lake Tahoe outdoor recreation industry. In essence, these informational projects I create and publish are extensions of the many conversations we've had over the years. Please note that, although I encourage you to venture out of your comfort zone, you need to know your limits and when to turn back. Tahoe Trail Guide and its contributors are not liable for property loss or damage, personal injury, or death. Always consult multiple sources when venturing into the backcountry. Always be prepared for the worst case scenario. Your safety is your responsibility. Copyright © 2024 Jared Manninen For more information, visit https://TahoeTrailGuide.com