American cross-country skier Julia Kern breaks down the intensity and discipline required for her sport while looking ahead to a more normal Olympic experience in Italy. After competing at the COVID-restricted Beijing Olympics, Julia is excited to race at the iconic Cortina venue where Team USA competes regularly—the site of the Tour de Ski, cross-country's version of the Tour de France featuring 6-7 races in 9 days. She admits she's relieved they don't have to do the famous alpine hill climb at the Olympics, but the venue's history makes it special.

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