Finnish Guinness world record holder Teemu Virtanen is preparing for one of the most ambitious challenges of his career: a non-stop roller skiing journey of over 700 kilometers from Vilnius, Lithuania, through Latvia to Tallinn, Estonia, without sleep and with minimal rest. No one has ever completed such a feat before.
Sought after by Norwegian national team veterans, the 40-year-old is now set for Finland.
The Finnish Ski Association has named its national cross-country skiing team for the 2026/2027 season.
Arsi Ruuskanen emerged as Finland’s top male cross-country skier during the Olympic season, broke into the World Cup elite, and proved in major championships that he belongs among the world’s best distance skiers
Summer is where winter performance is built—but many recreational skiers unknowingly hold themselves back. From training too hard to skipping structure and technique, these mistakes can limit progress. Here’s how to train smarter and get more out of your summer.
Start your roller ski season with the right foundation. By focusing on safety, proper equipment, and controlled technique from the beginning, you’ll build confidence faster and set yourself up for steady progress throughout the summer.
The Finnish Biathlon Federation has named its 2026 A-team, combining experience and emerging talent as preparations begin for the upcoming international season.
Cross-country ski training improves endurance by strengthening the heart, enhancing oxygen use, and boosting muscle energy production. Performance develops through supercompensation, where the right balance of training and recovery is key—while imbalance can lead to overtraining syndrome.
The Tiera Taivalkoski–Syöte Challenger returns for its third edition on Saturday, July 5, 2026, in Taivalkoski, Finland, this year adding Finnish Championship status to the Ski Classics Challengers event.
Nutrition for active recreational cross-country skiers is built on sufficient energy intake, quality carbohydrates, healthy fats, protein, and proper hydration. A balanced diet supports endurance, performance, and recovery, without unnecessary complexity.
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