The entire Gorski Kotar region is finally covered in snow and we know that you all can't wait to enjoy it the snowy joys of this new season! In addition to sledding, alpine skiing, making snowmen or snowshoeing, we bring you a proposal for an activity that you might fall in love with if you give it a chance!
It's cross-country skiing, also known as Nordic skiing, and why it's a great way to spend time and where you can try it on the snow, we'll tell you below:
1. Health in the first place
Every sport has its advantages, and cross-country skiing has countless of them. Namely, cross-country skiing activates the work of almost every muscle in the body, which is why it is considered one of the healthiest sports. By cross-country skiing, the cardiovascular system is strengthened, blood pressure is normalized, blood circulation is improved, and the lungs are, so to speak, permeated by a stream of fresh air.
2. Cross-country skiing – something new, something different
Cross-country skiing in Croatia is not as popular a sport as in the Scandinavian countries, or even in Slovenia, but once you discover this sport, you will fall in love with it. Although the movements are simple, like rhythmic Nordic walking, you will discover how easy (or difficult) you can keep your balance, coordinate the movements of your legs and arms, and also activate some new muscles. In any case, you will not lack impressions!
3. Running on skis for a better mood
Although many people find the winter period a little depressing due to the lack of sunshine, cross-country skiing is a great way to combat melancholy, depression and low mood. Cross-country skiing, as one of the most effective sports, stimulates the production of hormones of happiness and satisfaction, and after skiing in the fresh air, you will feel much, much better and more satisfied.
4. Activity for all generations, families, friends, couples
Due to its many advantages and simplicity, cross-country skiing is a safe and stimulating activity for children as young as three years old, but also for older people. It is an ideal activity for family gatherings, hanging out with friends or intimate gatherings with better halves. You just need quality equipment, a track and, if necessary, an instructor. Also, keep in mind that cross-country skiing is much cheaper than alpine skiing.
5. You have someone to turn to for your first steps and equipment rental
In addition to the mentioned advantages of cross-country skiing, it is important that you have somewhere to try this activity, namely the beautiful trails in Gorski kotar. Since the team is from Tourist agencies Poonkt from Ravna Gora decided to turn her long-time love for cross-country skiing into a business, now here for rent are quality professional and recreational equipment and instructors with even more than 20 years of experience. They will be happy to reveal all the charms and secrets of this interesting sport to you in their "Little School of Cross-Country Skiing" held every weekend, just contact them by mail.
