Diagonal striding is the foundation of classic cross-country skiing. Here you’ll get clear tips on becoming more relaxed, powerful, and efficient – regardless of your level.

Diagonal striding is perhaps the most technically demanding part of classic roller skiing, but also the most rewarding to master. In this video, you’ll learn how to improve your rhythm, balance, and power transfer with each step. This clip is part of our five-part technique series for those who want to develop as roller skiers.

Also Read: The roller ski guide 2026

On SC Play, you can access all our technique videos, both for classic and skate. Click here to check it out!

As a member of ProXCskiing.com, you have access to the streaming service SC Play, where you can also watch all Ski Classics Pro Tour events and selected Challengers races. There’s also a comprehensive video archive with races from all Ski Classics seasons.

The roller ski videos were first published on 12.06.2023.