The IBU Academy is proud to announce the release of the fifth issue of the Journal of Biathlon Coaching, continuing its mission to bridge the gap between biathlon coaching practice and scientific research. This latest edition, published in January 2026, delivers cutting-edge insights from renowned experts, offering invaluable knowledge to coaches, athletes, and professionals preparing for upcoming major events.

Key Topics in this Issue

This edition presents one interview and five in-depth articles covering essential aspects of biathlon coaching and performance:

• Exclusive Interview: A special highlight of this edition is the in-depth interview with Christoph Vassallo. In a detailed and open conversation, he shares key insights into what has helped the French biathlon team become one of the strongest in the world.

• Training: Jacob Walther and Øyvind Sandbakk provide valuable insights into load management, with a particular focus on daily training volume and the distribution of intensity.

• Competition: Marko Laaksonen analyses the key performance determinants across all biathlon competition formats, highlighting the most important factors in each discipline.

• Mental Health: Cornelia Blank and colleagues address the vulnerability of coaches and discuss strategies for minimising harmful situations.

• Preparation: Sergio Lara-Bercial explores the role of coaches’ soft skills and explains why they are essential to effective, successful coaching.

• Shooting: Andrea Krüger et al. examine different breathing patterns during shooting and their influence on performance.

Gerold Sattlecker, Head of the IBU Academy, highlights the journal’s role in advancing coaching methodologies:

Access the Journal

The full issue is now available on the IBU Academy website.

https://www.ibuacademy.com/science/journal