Resources

Downhill: Skiing and Snowboarding

www.skimag.com, Ski magazine’s Web site, is a useful resource for checking out resorts and lodging, tips on technique, even how to make a great cup of cocoa.

www.abc-of-skiing.com offers an array of topics, from gear info to destinations to a glossary of jargon.

www.abc-of-snowboarding.com, the sister site to the ski version, is also packed with info on travel, gear, and more.

www.powderroom.net is designed specifically for female riders (and wannabe riders), but the basic info is useful for any beginner.  Check out the “Your first snowboard lesion” article in particular.”

Fencing

www.usfencing.org is the site for the official American fencing group that organizes tournaments and ranks athletes.  The basic information on the Web site is useful, and it offers a link where a prospective fencer can find local instruction.

www.fencing.net is a site with a wide array of information, from weapon care to footwork drills.  The message boards provide a forum for getting questions answered.

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Martial Arts

www.blackbeltmag.com is the Web site for the martial arts magazine, covering a variety of techniques and gear, plus a useful link to dojos around the country.

www.fightingarts.com offers a variety of instruction and information.  Click on the “reading room” for articles from beginner mindset to a glossary of the martial arts styles.

www.turtlepress.com is Sang H. Kim’s site, which has a “training tips” section offering a wealth of information, from history to philosophy, drills to exercises.

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Tennis

www.usta.com is the site for the U.S. Tennis Association, where you’ll find links to players, courts, and leagues in your area, tips on the game, the rule book and more.

www.tennis.com is the website of Tennis magazine.  It offers a comprehensive guide to buying racquets and shoes, as well as weekly tennis tips.

www.tennis4you.com houses a huge archive of articles on shot-making, conditioning and mental preparation.  This site is a must-read for both tennis beginners and more experienced players.

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Trail Running and Cross-Country Skiing

www.trailrunner.com is the home of the All American Trail Running Association, with links to races, gear companies, and clubs.

www.trailrunnermag.com, the site for Trail Runner magazine, offers articles about gear and technique plus a race calendar.

www.xcskiworld.com has different sections for recreational skiers versus competitors, each packed with detailed information about training, gear, and events plus places to go.

www.xcski.org, the site for the Cross Country Ski Areas Association, has information about getting started, finding trips, and Nordic ski areas.

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