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Extra Blue

Alayna
Cross-Country Skiing
World Cup
Nordic Skiing
US Ski Team
Kristen Bourne
Mental Health
Biathlon
Community Support
Sports Transition
Athletic Identity
Training Techniques
Recovery
Minneapolis World Cup
Coaching
Camaraderie
Norway
Research In Athletics
Alaska
Summer Training
Team Birkie

A podcast about cross country skiing. Bringing you stories, insight, tips and knowledge about ski racing at the elite level.

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Strength for cross country skiers of all ages and abilities. On this episode, I welcome US Ski team strength coach, Tschana Schiller. Tschana is the leader for all things related to strength for cross county skiers in the US. She has been with the sk... more

Today’s guest is someone who has inspired me since I was a teenager on the Wayzata ski team.

I sit down with Maggie (Pierson) Bowman to talk about the realities of being a woman in endurance sports; the pressures, the expectations, and the ongoing c... more

Sammy Smith is a member of the U.S. Ski Team, a D1 soccer player at Stanford University, and one of the most exciting young athletes representing Team USA right now. At 19, she’s a World Cup regular on the ski circuit, with a silver medal from the 20... more

On this episode I welcome Adam Witkowski and Skylar Patten. Both Adam and Skylar are new athletes to Team Birkie and recent graduates from Michigan Tech University. 

Both Adam and Skylar have faced numerous injuries over the years. We discuss how th... more

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Recent Guests

Tschana Schiller
US Ski Team Strength Coach and Director of Athletic Development
US Ski and Snowboard
Episode: Ep 30: Strength for Skiers w/ US Ski Team Strength Coach Tschana Schiller
Maggie Bowman
A competitive marathoner and elite cross-country skier, she is a coach focused on mental health and athlete well-being.
Maggie Bowman Coaching
Episode: Ep 29: Balancing a Full-time Job, Coaching, Athletic Goals AND Family Planning with Maggie Bowman
Sammy Smith
A member of the US Ski Team and D1 soccer player at Stanford University
Stanford University
Episode: Ep 28: Stanford Soccer AND Skiing with Sammy Smith
Mary Kate Cirelli
Former competitive skier and current fitness coach, sharing her journey with disordered eating as an athlete.
Hip Performance Training
Episode: Ep 25: Healing from Disordered Eating as a Skier with MK Cirelli
Kate Oldham
Cross-country skier and national champion, preparing for her first World Cup season
BSF Pro Ski Team
Episode: Ep 24: First Year on the World Cup with Kate Oldham
Gus Schumacher
World Cup skier from Anchorage, Alaska
US Ski Team
Episode: Ep 23: Waxing for a World Cup Podium with Gus Schumacher and Chris Hecker
Chris Hecker
Wax technician for the US Ski Team
US Ski Team
Episode: Ep 23: Waxing for a World Cup Podium with Gus Schumacher and Chris Hecker
Margie Freed
A Minnesota native and member of the US National Biathlon team, she has transitioned from cross-country skiing to biathlon in her sports career.
Craftsbury Green Racing Project
Episode: Ep 22: Trying New Things, Like Biathlon World Cups with Margie Freed
Quinn McCloughan
Owner of Bearskin Lodge and lifelong ski enthusiast
Bearskin Lodge
Episode: Ep 21: Q&A by Bearskin Lodge with Zak Ketterson and Alayna

Host

Elena Sonnison
Host of Extra Blue, she brings extensive experience and personal insights to discussions around cross-country skiing, including interviews with elite athletes and discussions on technical aspects of the sport.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 131 ratings
  • Fun and interesting.

    Very approachable and cool to learn more of the behind the scenes in Olympic level skiing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I_Town
    United States3 months ago
  • Fun!

    Great podcast for skiers especially those that follow the World Cup. Alayna is a great interviewer, but I also really enjoyed the recent flip flop in the Q&A with Bearskin lodge. I’m hoping to now check out Bearskin sometime!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cold Snap5
    United States8 months ago
  • Getting me through 20km SkiErgs

    I love listening while staring at the wall for 1.5 hours in the basement! Super unique insight and facts about my favorite pro skiers I never would have known otherwise. Keep it coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pat-on-skis
    United Statesa year ago
  • My favorite cross country skiing podcast

    Every episode is down to earth humble, the guests are all quality characters from a variety of backgrounds that are all relevant to the sport, the topics are genuinely fascinating to learn more about, and it leaves me motivated to get outside immediately after work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mngolferguy
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing insights into ski racing

    Great insights and interviews that give great peeks behind the scenes of World Cup ski racing! I love the updates we get to hear about the season and the great interviews with athletes and other folks we don’t always hear from in US media.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    20SLG
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging interviews and deep insights into cross-country skiing, especially with regards to athletes' experiences.
Audiences find immense value in the behind-the-scenes looks at the sport, leading to a greater appreciation for the effort and preparation involved in elite skiing.
The podcast is highly praised for its upbeat and honest conversations, resonating well with both competitive skiers and general sports fans.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 29: Balancing a Full-time Job, Coaching, Athletic Goals AND Family Planning with Maggie Bowman
Q: How do you navigate family planning while pursuing athletic goals?
Maggie discusses the challenges of balancing her athletic ambitions with the desire to start a family, expressing optimism about the future.
Ep 29: Balancing a Full-time Job, Coaching, Athletic Goals AND Family Planning with Maggie Bowman
Q: How has your relationship with competition and training evolved?
Maggie explains that her relationship with sports has changed over time, emphasizing growth and the excitement that comes with setting new goals.
Ep 24: First Year on the World Cup with Kate Oldham
Q: What were your biggest challenges this past season?
The challenges included not having a solid plan and the difficulty of training while racing at the World Cup, but I ended up managing to experience both World Champs and NCAAs.
Ep 24: First Year on the World Cup with Kate Oldham
Q: What do you feel like helped you prepare for that national championship event?
My focus was on consistency and finding a rhythm in training and life outside of it, which allowed me to be fit and ready at Nationals.
Ep 24: First Year on the World Cup with Kate Oldham
Q: In your mind, if you had to pick one moment from this past season that really stands out as the highlight from the entire winter, what moment would that be?
The highlight was my first national title in Anchorage, especially because my whole family was there and it felt like a complete support system.

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This podcast focuses on the niche yet passionate world of cross-country skiing, offering listeners a blend of personal stories, expert insights, and technical knowledge relevant to ski racing at the elite level. The content features interviews with professional athletes, coaches, and technicians, discussing everything from wax selection and ski preparation to personal journeys and transitions within the sport. Unique aspects include the deep dives into the mental and emotional aspects of competitive skiing, making it not just a resource for those involved in the sport, but also a source of inspiration for enthusiasts and aspiring athletes alike.

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1. The Devon Kershaw Show by FasterSkier
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3. Race Ready
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5. Heartbeat: US Biathlon Podcast

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Extra Blue launched 3 years ago and published 30 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Extra Blue include:

1. Tschana Schiller
2. Maggie Bowman
3. Sammy Smith
4. Mary Kate Cirelli
5. Kate Oldham
6. Gus Schumacher
7. Chris Hecker
8. Margie Freed

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