Karoline Offigstad Knotten: Shock exclusion from the biathlon squad!

Karoline Offigstad Knotten: Shock exclusion from the biathlon squad!

Norwegen - Karoline Offigstad Knotten is no longer part of the Norwegian biathlon national cadre. The decision of the association came as a surprise and presented the athlete with great challenges. The reason for her retirement lies in a planned height training camp that she wanted to complete, but which was not approved by the association. Offigstad Knotten expressed that she was not allowed to use this valuable experience because all athletes in the team have to go through the same programs. She described the pattern as a "shock" and emphasized that she now had to organize her training alone.

Per Arne Botnan, the leader of the national team, explained the association's measures. He emphasized that they need athletes who support the program one hundred percent. The association's plan aims to offer each individual the best possible chances of success. In a comment, Offigstad Knotten said: "Being curious does not mean being disloyal." The Situation illustrates the strict guidelines that prevail in today's competitive sport.

The challenges in biathlon

The world of biathlon combines cross -country skiing with precise shooting and requires both physical and mental fitness. A well -structured training plan is essential for success in this demanding sport. Biathletes have to build endurance and integrate special technology exercises for shooting into their training. In the competition, the athletes have to cope with a defined route and, in the meantime, complete their shooting at certain points, whereby mistakes can lead to time penalties that have a serious effect on the total time.

The training includes a mixture of endurance training, technology exercises and targeted fitness training to increase performance. Effective exercises such as standing and lying shooting as well as specific forms of movement in the cross -country skiing are crucial. Coaching tips that contain an analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the athletes are important to adapt the training plan and promote mental strength.

The Biathlon World Cup and its meaning

The Biathlon World Cup calendar is an integral part of the winter competition program and places high demands on all athletes. Endurance training plays a key role for performance in competition. Fitness exercises to strengthen the muscles and to increase general fitness are essential. The technology exercises that optimize the shooting skills are also particularly important.

The equipment of a biathlete includes cross -country ski skis, biathlon rifles and shooting gloves. A combination of endurance training, shooting training and mental training is crucial for optimal competition preparation. For athletes like Karoline Offigstad Knotten, there are some challenges in the future because it has to restructure her way in the biathlon.

The current Biathlon World Cup calendar can be viewed on the website of the International Biathlon Union (IBU) and offers a comprehensive overview of the upcoming competitions.