How to improve your diagonal striding technique

by ProXCskiing.com • 10.05.2025
diagonal striding
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: Roller Ski Guide 2025

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

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The roller ski videos were first published on 12.06.2023.

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