Loppet Prep ~ Tap into My Endorphin Zone (MeZ) is a loppet prep program for club members who wish to enter a classical ski Loppet this season. Each year, Wapiti Nordic as well as other nordic clubs hold an annual loppet race. The loppet is a race of distance, where each skier challenges themselves to see how far they can ski. Our Loppet will take place in late February/March 2023. This program is designed for the intermediate to advanced classical skier.

Program Goals:

• Increase your classical skiing efficiency
• Increase your muscular endurance and strength to ski for 90 minutes
• Mentally and physically prepare skiers to ski a minimum of 10km without stopping
• Develop your experience with long distance classical skiing, waxing, hydration, pacing and tactical preparation

Requirements:

• You must have your own classical skiing equipment
• Have at least two seasons of classical skiing experience
• Can safely descend our downhill trails

Dates & Training Times:

Meeting location- Biathlon Stadium

Training Days- Thursdays @12pm (noon)

First training date: Thursday December 8th @12pm

Program runs from December to end of February- up until the WNSC Loppet

training dates subject to weather and snow conditions. All WNSC programs do not run if the temperature is -20 or colder as per Environment Canada.

Program Fee:

$95 with an annual WNSC membership

This program is lead by advanced Xcountry skiing Coach David Kay

CANSI, Level 3 and NCCP, Level 2 certification