Are you looking forward to trying a new sport this winter? Cross-country skiing is a fantastic aerobic activity that builds endurance and burns calories. You don’t have the helping hand of gravity carrying you down a slope, so it’s up to your upper and lower body muscle groups to keep you moving forward. This keeps your heart rate up and oxygen-rich blood pumping through your body. When trying a new activity, start off slowly so you don’t risk a sprain or strain. If you are feeling any pain after trying a new winter sport, talk to your physiotherapist so that a small injury doesn’t turn into something worse.