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Life-Link Knee Pads
Life-Link Knee Pads are built by telemark enthusiasts who know the importance of knee protection during early season conditions. These hardshell knee pads are designed for telemark skiing, but are also good insurance for all kinds of sports. Backed by a layer of high density foam, they attach with hook and loops over and under your ski pants.
$31.90 
Saved my Knees
These pads saved my knees when I was learning to snowboard.... You put them on under your snowboard pants and nobody can tell you're wearing them. OK I'd still use them. I'm sorry I don't want to take any chances with my knees. I STRONGLY recommend them for any beginner snowboarder.
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Training Tips
Heart monitors are useful for knowing when you are in the right zone for your training efforts. If you understand what your maximum heart rate is, you can set up your monitor to beep at you when you exceed the high or low range of your heart rate for the type of workout you are doing.
Cross training gives your body a chance to recover while still exercising. If yesterday has a hard run day up and down hills, then today's bicycle ride gives your aching knees a well deserved break.
Anaeroic threshold is when lactic acid starts to build up in your body as your muscles are not getting the oxygen they require. This threshold is typically expressed as a percentage of your VO2 max - the amount of oxygen per kilogram of weight that a person can use in converting fuel to energy. Elite athletes threshold might be as high as 90% of VO2 max.
Efficient running position allows you to run farther and faster. Keep the heel raise to a minimum, relax your upper body and hands, keep your upper body poised and quiet.
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