Vitamin D and its impact on athletic performance
Autumn weather, rain, drizzle, cold, and limited sunlight — what does this mean not only for the general population but also for athletes? What do the latest scientific findings say about vitamin D?
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Retired on the spot – now he reveals the truth
Two weeks after his shock retirement, he fires back at the Association. The 28-year-old now opens up about chaos, conflicts, and a team in crisis.
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Ramudden extends partnership with Team Ramudden Ski ahead of Season XVII
Team Ramudden Ski continues its long-term collaboration with main partner Ramudden for the upcoming Ski Classics Season XVII (2025/2026). Since their partnership began in 2018, the Swedish-based team has grown into one of the most successful and recognizable names in long-distance skiing.
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Recovery – part 4: Train, eat, sleep, repeat
Athletes sometimes wonder why their fitness has not improved as expected despite following their training plan and pushing harder than ever. The reason for sluggishness can be simple: eating the wrong foods, eating too little, or lacking rest, especially quality sleep. The fourth part of our recovery series explores these key aspects.
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Norwegian star lashes out: “The Swedes are afraid to compete”
A Norwegian cross-country star fires shots at the Swedes ahead of the 2026 Olympic season – and gets it right back.
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Team Synnfjell – Pro Team presentation Season XVII
Team Synnfjell, based in Norway’s Lillehammer region, has been a familiar presence in the Ski Classics Pro Tour since 2014. The team’s philosophy has always been clear: to provide talented and younger skiers with an opportunity to grow and make their mark in long-distance skiing.
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“There’s no hocus pocus, we keep things very simple”
“There are many other countries that ask and wonder why Norway is so good. But there’s no hocus pocus — it’s about conservative training and keeping things very simple.” The acting national team manager highlights the team environment as another key factor behind Norway’s dominance in cross-country skiing.
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Record-breaking numbers for Birken: Up 55 percent in two years
Over the past two years, Birken has experienced remarkable growth, solid profits, and significant changes in its participant base. The 2025 edition was particularly strong.
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Linn Sömskar joins Swedish waxing team
Former Swedish national team skier and roller ski star Linn Sömskar is returning to the elite skiing environment—this time behind the scenes. The Swedish Ski Association has announced that Sömskar will join the cross-country national team’s waxing crew as a test skier for the upcoming winter season.
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Young Norwegian biathlon talents to watch in the 2025/2026 season
They’re lightning-fast on skis and shoot quicker than you can blink. These five Norwegian biathlon talents could be the talk of the upcoming winter.
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