Episode #205: "The Best Workout on Two Feet-Cross Country Skiing"
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Personal Health & Fitness
Some of the fittest athletes in the world are cross-country skiers, and with good reason. Cross-country skiing may be the ultimate exercise-weight-bearing yet low impact, utilizing every muscle of the body, and demanding skill and coordination. So how is it that tens of thousands of regular people take part in the Birkebeiner Ski marathon each February in Wisconsin? To find out, Mark catches up with the Shattuck family, who's been doing the race together for 25 years. |
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Fuel for the Road
Sue Gebo tells us what to eat after a moderate workout. |
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Gear to Go
Get into cross-country skiing without breaking the bank. |
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Call to Action
Mark straps on a pair of skis-but he consults with a coach for a few pointers for beginners before he hits the trail. |
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Travel & Adventure
Great places across America for cross-country skiing. |
