DULUTH, Minn.-Fresh snow, January temps, it's the perfect setting for the full-body workout of cross-country skiing.It's one of the most recommended outdoor activities, said Dr. Sam Harms, orthopedic ...

Skate Ski tipsInstructors say wearing breathable fabrics is key in skate skiing, and eyewear and a mask on very cold days. Underlayering to begin with is better than overdressing, as long as ...

Don’t let snow keep you in the gym all winter. Both cross-country and skate skiing are whole body workouts that combine cardio and strength. Maria Stuber, director of the Nordic program for the Aspen ...

Over the years I have dabbled in cross-country skiing, but I’ve never fully committed to the sport as a frequent mode of winter recreation and exercise. Years ago, I inherited some old classic ski ...