Canadian Skiing Podcast

Catching up with Alex Harvey, and Nordiq Canada Selection Trials preview

January 02, 2024 Jesse Cockney Season 1 Episode 9
Catching up with Alex Harvey, and Nordiq Canada Selection Trials preview
Canadian Skiing Podcast
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Canadian Skiing Podcast
Catching up with Alex Harvey, and Nordiq Canada Selection Trials preview
Jan 02, 2024 Season 1 Episode 9
Jesse Cockney

In this episode, we sit down with World Champion and 3 time Olympian Alex Harvey to find out what he's been up to since retirement, and gain valuable insight into peaking for events, and the tools he used to stay calm and focused during big events. Alex also gives us some valuable tips for racing in Mont-Sainte-Anne, the sight of the 2024 Nordiq Canada Selection Trials! 

This episode is sponsored by Salomon! Salomon’s goal is to drive change within our communities by creating more inclusive outdoor experiences. At the same time, they are committed to conducting their business responsibly while delivering high-performing products with the most innovative designs. Together we must unleash the best version of ourselves and collectively become agents of change.

 Check out Salomon’s full line of skis, boots, clothing, and accessories at Salomon.com

Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s optimal sport and recreational activity with more than one million Canadians participating annually. Its 77,000 members include athletes, coaches, officials and skiers of all ages and abilities. With the support of its valued corporate partners along with the Government of Canada, Canadian Olympic Committee, Canadian Paralympic Committee, and Own the Podium, Nordiq Canada develops Olympic, Paralympic and world champions. For more information on Nordiq Canada, visit https://nordiqcanada.ca.  

 

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In this episode, we sit down with World Champion and 3 time Olympian Alex Harvey to find out what he's been up to since retirement, and gain valuable insight into peaking for events, and the tools he used to stay calm and focused during big events. Alex also gives us some valuable tips for racing in Mont-Sainte-Anne, the sight of the 2024 Nordiq Canada Selection Trials! 

This episode is sponsored by Salomon! Salomon’s goal is to drive change within our communities by creating more inclusive outdoor experiences. At the same time, they are committed to conducting their business responsibly while delivering high-performing products with the most innovative designs. Together we must unleash the best version of ourselves and collectively become agents of change.

 Check out Salomon’s full line of skis, boots, clothing, and accessories at Salomon.com

Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s optimal sport and recreational activity with more than one million Canadians participating annually. Its 77,000 members include athletes, coaches, officials and skiers of all ages and abilities. With the support of its valued corporate partners along with the Government of Canada, Canadian Olympic Committee, Canadian Paralympic Committee, and Own the Podium, Nordiq Canada develops Olympic, Paralympic and world champions. For more information on Nordiq Canada, visit https://nordiqcanada.ca.  

 

Intro
Alex life update
Tips for peaking
Staying mentally tough during big events
Nordiq Canada Selection Trials