Women’s Nordic Kick-Off Clinic: Saturday, October 31, 2026
Presented by:
Join coach Kim Rudd and Jan Guenther for the Women’s Nordic kick-off clinic. Meet new friends while getting a ski-specific cardio workout! Tips on nutrition, training, injury prevention, and ski travel.
- WHEN: Saturday, October 31, 2026
- TIME: 8 AM – 12 PM
- LOCATION/SCHEDULE:
- 8 – 10 AM: Outdoor clinic location: Wood-Rill Trails
- 10:30 – 12 PM: Indoor clinic location: Gear West Ski Shop
- 12 – 1 PM: Shopping or polar plunge in Long Lake!
Dryland Clinic: Coaches will lead a 2-hour dryland clinic at Wood-Rill Trails focused on classic and skate technique drills. The workout will include an agility warm-up, balance drills, glute activation exercises, plyometrics, pole hiking, and bounding. All participants need to bring their own hiking poles (armpit length or shorter works best).
Post-Workout Treats and Nutrition: While participants enjoy healthy, protein- and carb-rich treats, they will hear a presentation on the best pre- and post-workout nutrition.
Latest Nordic Apparel: Gear West Bike and Ski Store founder Jan Guenther will provide tips on dressing for the weather in style!
Training Guidelines and Tips for Busy Women: Kim Rudd (Founder of Endurance Adventures Coaching/Ski Trips) & Jan Guenther ( Founder of Gals With Grit)
- How to build a general training plan for challenging work and family schedules.
- How to prioritize training.
- Pros and cons of various workouts as they relate to skiing.
- Should I roller ski?
- How important is strength?
- Common training mistakes and more!
Skiing Adventures Near & Far: Kim Rudd with Endurance Adventures will present on ski adventure trips, local, national, and international.
COST: $25
SPONSORED BY: Endurance Adventures, Gear West and Precision Physical Therapy
