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Ski economy and physiological responses while double poling : curved vs. straight poles

2015

Christina Mishica (2015). Ski economy and physiological responses while double poling: curved vs. straight poles. Department of Biology of Physical Activity, University of Jyväskylä, Master’s Thesis in Exercise Physiology. 57 pp. Introduction. Double poling (DP) is commonly used in cross country skiing (XC). It is becoming more and more popular and in some competitions it is the exclusive technique. Ski poles allow a skier to apply power and force to the snow and their composition and design have a significant effect on performance. Different pole lengths and cross sections are some of the differences that have been tested. Advancements in equipment will continue to be introduced so it is i…