– I will admit that it has been very tough, but I feel that I have gotten through it and I’m very happy for that, says Skistad.
– I feel one appreciates things much more after experiencing some tough times. So yes, I feel very grateful to be here today.
BACK: Kristine Stavås Skistad will check her form in the sprint on Saturday.
Photo: Geir Olsen / NTB
– The operation was necessary. I feel much better afterward, says skistad.
– I have been like a 100-year-old lady with a walker, so I’ve worked my way down the ages, says the 25-year-old.
– I am very happy to get back to the right age and that my body is working again, says Skistad.
– Actually agreeing with a swede
Skistad was asked about her thoughts on Therese Johaug’s statement that cross-country skiers need to share more of
Skistad’s Swedish rival Linn Svahn has gone against Johaug,saying she wants to keep her private life to herself.
– Yes, I actually agree with a Swede. I strongly agree with linn on that, says Skistad.
– Well, if people want their private lives to be private, I understand that very well.Not everyone wants to share everything on Insta. It’s not something one should have to do.
– She does say a lot. You might not need to listen to everything.
DISAGREE: Kristine Stavås Skistad does not agree with teammate Therese Johaug.
Skistad also showed her usual banter, making a jab at the Swedes:
– I think that if they don’t beat me on Saturday, then I think it could be fun throughout the winter.
– She will be a contender
One of the competitors skistad will face is Emma Ribom. The 27-year-old swede won two sprints last season and finds it arduous to predict whether Skistad can compete already on Saturday.
But with last season in mind, Ribom believes it’s “absolutely” possible that she can do so.
– We all know what capacity Skistad has. She will be a contender, says Ribom to NRK.
Confronted with Skistad’s quote about it possibly being “fun throughout the winter” if the Swedes do not beat her on Saturday, Ribom is not particularly worried.
– The winter is long.I think everyone here somehow has the World Championships as their goal. I believe Kristine has that too, says Ribom and continues:
– We’re all working to peak for the World Championships. So I know that these competitions are less important.
Decided on Sunday
– Is this the first session on skis, asked Dagbladet when they met Skistad on the trails earlier on Thursday.
– I’ve had a few, replied Stavås Skistad.
WILL RUN SPRINT: There are three World Cup races for both genders in Lillehammer this weekend. Kristine Stavås Skistad will run the sprint on Saturday.
– I trained last week. Then it improved day by day.That’s when I realized I wanted to compete on Saturday.
In follow-up questions, she stated it was on Sunday that she decided to compete in Lillehammer.This was the first time the cross-country skier had spoken with the media sence April.
Will run sprint
Earlier this week, it was announced that Stavås Skistad is already back and will compete in the sprint at the world Cup in lillehammer on Saturday.
On December 2,Stavås Skistad’s coach Lage Sofienlund informed NRK that the rehabilitation had progressed faster than feared.
AIMING FOR WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS: Kristine Stavås Skistad currently has no medals in major championships at the senior level. This winter she will get the chance to compete for World Championship medals in Trondheim.
– She is competition-ready. It is really exciting. It is a victory in itself.
Kristine Stavås Skistad has ten World Cup victories in sprint, but so far lacks medals from the major championships at the senior level.
The World Cup weekend in Lillehammer starts on Friday with a 10-kilometer race at 10:30. All races in Lillehammer can be viewed on TV 2 or heard on NRK radio.
The sprint that Stavås Skistad will participate in starts at 09:00 on Saturday.
Published
05.12.2024, at 10:52
Updated
05.12.2024, at 17:58
What challenges did Kristine Stavås Skistad face during her recovery process?
Interview between Time.news editor and Kristine Stavås Skistad
Editor: Good afternoon, kristine! It’s a pleasure to have you here today.After what you’ve been through,you seem to have emerged stronger.Can you tell us a bit about your journey?
Skistad: Thank you! Yes, it has indeed been a challenging time. I went through an operation that was necessary, and I’m really happy to say that I feel much better afterward. It’s quite remarkable; I used to joke that I felt like a 100-year-old lady with a walker! But now, I feel like I’ve worked my way back to my actual age, and my body is functioning as it should again.
Editor: That’s great to hear! It sounds like this experience has given you a new viewpoint. Has it changed how you appreciate your career?
Skistad: Absolutely! After going through tough times,you really start to appreciate the little things much more. I feel grateful to be back in the sport and to have the opportunity to compete again.It’s a wonderful feeling to get back to what I love.
Editor: Speaking of competition,you’re preparing for the upcoming sprint. What’s your current mindset going into it?
Skistad: I’m feeling very positive! It’s always exciting to check my form and see how I can perform against others. I think everything we’ve gone through as athletes brings out a new level of determination and focus.
Editor: now,shifting gears a bit,you’ve recently weighed in on Therese Johaug’s comments about cross-country skiers needing to share more of their personal lives.There has been some disagreement among athletes on this topic.What are your thoughts?
Skistad: You no, I actually agree with Linn Svahn on this one. I believe in keeping my private life to myself. It’s significant to have boundaries, and not everything needs to be public. The focus should be on our sport and our performance.
Editor: That’s a refreshingly honest take. It seems there’s a balance to strike between being relatable to your fans and maintaining your personal privacy. How do you navigate that?
Skistad: It can be tricky,but I think it comes down to being authentic. I am always open about my journey as an athlete, the challenges, and the victories, but there are aspects of my life that I prefer to keep private. It helps to create a healthy separation and allows me to focus on my performance.
Editor: Wise words! Before we wrap up, do you have any advice for young athletes who might be facing their own challenges?
Skistad: Yes! My biggest advice woudl be to stay persistent and remember that tough times will pass. Embrace the journey, and don’t be afraid to seek help when you need it.Growth often comes from overcoming the hardest challenges.
Editor: Thank you so much,Kristine! Your resilience and positivity are truly inspiring. We wish you the best of luck in the sprint and all your future endeavors!
Skistad: Thank you! I appreciate it. it was a pleasure talking with you!