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Update
28-03-08.
 In the
summertime the majority of cross-country skiers take up alternative sporting activities
such as running, cycling and roller skiing. Although some of the movements in these sports
may be similar to those of cross-country skiing they are not that effective in building
arm strength. Lack of training may lead to loss of muscle strength and mass thereby
not only hindering the athletic performance but also preventing correct execution of
skiing technique. Problems may include, for example, rotation of the upper body, arm-pole
misalignment at the conclusion of the arm stroke, difficulties in synchronizing leg motion
when practicing double stroke skating style. All of these problems are often to blame on
an inadequate arm stroke.
 Ercolina Upper Body
Power was born to fill a gap in the market because there was no machine able to
provide this specific form of arm training. This machine simulates the motion and the
intensity of a cross-country skiing pole stroke.
Cross-country skiing technique is characterized by repetition and the ability to
rhythmically produce propulsive force over long periods of time.
Training with the Ercolina Upper Body Power is a convenient way to
develop the strength and endurance needed for successful cross-country skiing. The machine
allows the intensity of the workout to be adjusted thereby catering for the needs of all
athletes.
An example training session can include a ten minute warm up at reduced intensity,
followed by 4 one minute sets performed at the highest speed on a medium intensity
setting. Each set should be followed by a three minute rest interval during which
loosening up exercises should be performed.
 Ercolina Upper Body Power is ergonomically
constructed. The stroke is the same as in crosscountry skiing and allows both simultaneous
and alternate arm stroke. The machine can be adjusted according to individual needs so
that the training regimen can be easily personalized. The stroke phase is fluid and
doesn't overstress the muscles; the return phase after the stroke requires no effort.
The ideas behind Ercolina Upper Body Power are not new. In fact, a
similar machine has been produced for a long time in the former Soviet Union where it is
used by all professional teams and amateur athletes, sporting groups and societies.
Since it has been proved that even only 5 or 6 days without training can cause a
noticeable strength reduction, Ercolina Upper Body Power offers an
excellent alternative for people who can not ski every day in wintertime as well as for
summer training.
Ercolina Upper Body Power is designed and produced in Italy. It is the
result of continuous technical improvement and it is sturdy and reliable.
With the new stainless steel frame Ercolina Upper Body Power can be
installed indoors or outdoors on a wall using two anchor bolts or a customized mounting.
It is light and compact allowing for easy transport. A carry bag is available upon
request.
TECHNICAL DATA: Size: 20” 7/8 (29”1/8 max) x 9”1/8
x 8”10/16. Weight: 23,5lbs
The manufacturer can change technical data and other details to improve quality.
NEWS
Ercolina Upper Body Power is a product of:
Mirco COLLAVO Sports Equipment
Via per Schievenin, 23 - 32030 - Quero (BL) - ITALY
Phone / Fax +39 0439 788180 - mobile +39 328 4174159
e-mail collavomirco@hotmail.com
www.upperbodypower.com
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