Maastohiihtoon
Maastohiihtoon, literally “cross‑country skiing” in Finnish, is a popular winter sport that combines endurance, technique, and landscape appreciation. The discipline is governed internationally by the International Ski Federation (FIS) and is contested in a variety of formats, including classic and skate (freestyle) techniques, interval races, mass start, relay, and sprint events. In Finland, maastohiihtoon is deeply rooted in tradition; the country hosts the World Cup final each year and has produced many Olympic and World Championship medalists such as Marja-Helena Kytölä, Simonas Fortelius, and Marit Bjørgen’s Finnish counterparts.
Training for maastohiihtoon generally involves long, low‑intensity sessions to build aerobic capacity, supplemented with interval work,
The sport places a strong emphasis on equipment. Skis are usually 170–190 cm length depending on skier height
Maastohiihtoon contributes significantly to Finnish culture, encouraging citizens to engage in outdoor activity year‑round. Community clubs,