Cross-Country Skiing

Regular physical activity is vital for good physical, social and emotional health. While there is a risk of injury with any type of physical activity, the benefits of staying active far outweigh the risks.

You can reduce your risk of exercise injury by:

• wearing the right shoes
• using the correct equipment
• drinking water and staying hydrated
• warming up and stretching properly
• being aware of your surroundings – always exercise and compete in a safe and level area clear of any obstacles or items
• maintaining social distancing rules when necessary (stay at least six feet away from others)

Stop exercising and seek medical help if you experience symptoms such as:

• discomfort or pain
• chest pain or other pain that could indicate a heart attack, including pain in the neck and jaw, pain traveling down the arm, or pain between the shoulder blades
• shortness of breath
• a rapid or irregular heartbeat

Athletes may compete in two events and one relay. In order for an athlete to be considered for novice-level competition, the athlete must be able to change direction, fall and get up unassisted, and attempt to stop on his/her own.

• Athletes must wear winter competition-appropriate attire. Athletes will not be permitted to
compete in jeans.
• Lunch will be served on a 4:1 athlete to coach ratio at Winter Games.