Recommended training for the first few months should include some easy distance training to acclimate you to the vigors of living at altitude and the adjustment to college life.  If you enjoy some form of aerobic activity continue to use that as a means to further your fitness level.  Example: biking, hiking, or running.

During the months of September and October try to get into a systematic approach to training were you are active a minimum of 5 - 6 days per week.  This will form the base for the demands of cross country skiing during the winter months.

Timberline campus has the best trails around as well as a great fitness course.  Take advantage of this to get you started.  It's accessable anytime of the day.

Suggestions to get you started are easy running every other day.  Another possibility is to exercise two days followed by an off day.  Be creative.  Strength training is also encouraged.  Sets of push-ups and crunches.  Also include daily flexibilty exercises.

During the ski season we will be incorporating workouts that will increase endurance, strength, and speed, placing major emphasis on improved technique for both classic and skate skiing. All these areas will increase your total body fitness and help you become a better skier.