Training of the U.S. Cross Country Ski Team on the Alpe di Siusi

An interview with Chris Grover, head coach of the U.S. Cross Country Ski Team

Please tell us about your training schedule.
The athletes are recovering from the Tour de Ski and other races. Now we're training 3 hours per day. Next week we have some other races and then we'll be coming back again for a couple of days on the Alpe di Siusi.

Is it your first time on the Alpe di Siusi?
For me, yes, but some of the athletes were here before, training also for the Olympic Games in Turin 2006.

Where do the athletes come from?
They come from all over the United States: from Alaska, the North West, New England, Vermont, Colorado, the Midwest, Minnesota and so on.

How do you like your stay on the Alpe di Siusi?
It's very relaxing. The Alpe di Siusi is one of the most beautiful places on earth. I like it very much.

What do you like about South Tyrol?
The Dolomites, South Tyrol are one of the places to be: good food and wine, the best cappuccino, friendly people, and lots of sunshine.

So, will you come back on the Alpe di Siusi?
Yeah, I will come back in summer to hike and to explore the area.

Thank you very much for your time and have a nice stay on the Alpe di Siusi.

Take a look at some pictures on the FasterSkier Blog.