All JV skiers are done racing but are encouraged to continue to train with the team. Taking advantage of snow is critical to setting yourself up for success long term.
States focus points leading up to the event.
The training plan is designed to continue the current progression and not have major shifts in routine so that we are not adding mental or physical adjustments. The response thus far has us on a developmental trend in the right direction, we simply need to stay the course. You should not be adding or subtracting workouts without consulting Coach Magnan.
Outside of practice personal health is extremely important, please take extra precautions and steps to stay as healthy and mentally sharp as possible. Those steps include; washing your hands, getting plenty of sleep, reducing activities that cause stress, drinking healthy fluids, eating healthy meals, having recovery snacks after practice, drinking during practice, dressing appropriately, staying away from sick people when possible, reducing outside distractions.
Keep your gear, uniform and anything you need on race day clean and organized, please let coaches know if you have equipment needs. Eliminating race day issues ahead of time is time well spent.
Monday 1/16 Practice at Dickinsons- Freestyle speed work.
Tuesday 1/17 Practice at Hard'ack- Freestyle V2 @ L2 W/power hops
Wednesday 1/18 Practice at Hard'ack- Coaches will wax in AM- Classic practice/skate skies will be saved for race. 3-4 miles @ L2
Thursday 1/19- Freestyle state meet @ Rikert 7AM Leave time- Top 8 members of each varsity team race in the individual race. The top 4 from the morning race typically make up the relay in the afternoon. Athletes not racing are welcome.
Parents if you could assist with food for the day, it really helps; crockpots and healthy food. We would need or can bring a table, and we could bring a small generator if needed.
Friday 1/20- Practice at Hard'ack- Classic
Monday 1/23- Practice at Hard'ack- Classic
Tuesday 1/24- Classic state meet @ Craftsbury 7AM leave time- Top 8 members of each varsity team race in the individual race. The top 4 from the morning race typically make up the relay in the afternoon. Since this race is part of vacation we would like to have all team members come to the event to sport those racing, to ski and to build personal motivation for upcoming seasons; the state meet brings another level of excitement to the sport you may have not yet witnessed.
Parents if you could assist with food for the day, it really helps; crockpots and healthy food. We would need or can bring a table, and we could bring a small generator if needed.
Thursday March 5th, Hot dog roast, trail walk, and banquet at the sugar house field on Wilder Drive in Georgia. Plan to walk down as the field road will likely be muddy. 5:30-7PM
Month overview and focus points- February
This month is about seizing opportunity.
We will try to make incremental gains in every aspect of the sport. We have laid down a physical foundation that should enhance our ability to see gains from drills/workouts that include no-pole classic, and skate, downhill stability and V2 power hops. These drills should enhance speed, efficiency and stability. We will mix the drills with some Vo2 max work, speeds, and some tempo early. Eventually we will taper as states nears, keeping speed and efficiency in play till the end.
Our efforts are greatly impacted by proper recovery, rest, diet and outside influencers that create stress. It is important to take all aspects of preparation into consideration within your decision making, as each decision could impact performance, eligibility, health, etc.
Your most memorable moments in life are often shared moments made possible by reaching for common goals. The power of doing something for or within a group you believe in often elevates what you would otherwise do alone.
