We just wrapped-up our second camp in two weeks. Phew! New York has been a happening destination for us in 2024, and with the big Ironman competition over the housing options in Lake Placid opened back up for U16 Mountain Camp.
It was fitting to have this camp in an Olympic town, as we watched the opening ceremonies and some early competitions as the Paris Olympics kicked-off during the camp. We also participated in lots of different activities of our own, across all sorts of disciplines and skillsets.
Kendama training at it’s finest
The “Kendama” is the newest object taking the ski world by storm, popularized by Ben Ogden (use code BENDAMA at Sweets Kendamas for 15% off). Much like archery or air rifle at the Olympics, it may not be the most aerobically-demanding sport, but it requires immense balance and precision.
More traditional Nordic training was on hand as well, from rollerskiing to skiwalking and bounding.
Rollerskiing down at Franklin Falls
Bounding up Whiteface: gotta do it when you’re in LP
We got to do a workout on the rollerski track by the jumping complex, and some NYSEF juniors joined us for an agility relay!
The Lake Placid area is great for all sorts of outdoor fun beyond just athletic training. We got to swim at a few different locations, made s’mores in our rental house’s outdoor fire pit, and sampled our fair share of ice cream from shops and gas stations around the Adirondacks.
Ausable swim break
Firepit outside our lovely home, with a slightly-smokey Whiteface in the background
A great camp overall, and you can check out a photo album for more pictures below!
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