It’s a seriously niche aspect of competitive skiing, with only a handful of athletes participating in speed skiing, but their accomplishments inspire awe from the general public and the athletes are out there constantly honing their skills without much fanfare (really feeling that tuck training on the exercise ball). Follow along with British speed skier Jan Farrell as heads to Salla, Finland to train and compete in “the middle of nowhere.”

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Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....