Summer Interview #1: Sturla Holm Lægreid
Five Olympic medals at Milan-Cortina 2026, second place in the overall World Cup standings, and a clear goal for the upcoming season: to reclaim the overall World Cup title. In the first edition of our summer interview series, biathlon star Sturla Holm Lægreid talks about his passion for rock climbing, summer rock festivals, striking the right balance between training and free time, and why having fun is a key factor in his success.
What are this year’s mile stones in your summer training?
My main focus is to have fun and enjoy life as well as training hard! Finding a good balance.
What is your favorite off-season training?
My favourite off-season training is climbing! Bouldering or rope climbing, indoors or outdoors. The variety is nice!
Do you have a favorite training buddy, and why?
I have different training buddies for different activities, like kayaking, climbing, biking or roller skiing, and all my buddies are my favorites!
How is your favorite way to recharge for next season during summer?
I’m recharging by balancing life and training at home, no need for vacation as long as the sun is shining :)
What are your holiday plans for this summer?
I’m going to a couple rock-festivals! One where I live in Oslo, and the other in the mountains.
What are your goals for the next season?
To win the World Cup Total Score, again ;)
