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Points for Double Poling (Classic/Skating Technique)

 
  • Extend the arms forward, extend the body forward by flexing the ankle joints, and then fall forward onto the poles.
  • Bend the upper body forcefully at the waist to load the poles; then drive the arms down and back. Let the upper body sink to between 60 and 90 degrees from the vertical.
  • Bend the legs just enough for comfort.
  • Follow through with the arms until the ski pole forms a straight line with the shoulder.
  • Make sure that the shoulders lead the arms when returning to the starting position.
  • The upper body rises visibly before the arms begin reaching forward.
  • Make sure that the arms recover in a circular motion.
  • Use more pronounced front-and-back motion from the ankle as skill improves.


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