Show Notes
Henrik Kristoffersen talks about his journey from his childhood days in Rælingen, away from Norway’s main alpine centers, to becoming one of the sport’s most precise and fiercely committed technical skiers.
From being coached by his father Lars and learning tough life lessons, to developing in a modest environment and pushing through challenges that shaped his relentless work ethic, Henrik opens up about what it really means to grow up in the pressure-cooker of elite sport. You’ll hear about his early motorsport passions, iconic World Cup wins, the dynamics of his close-knit but occasionally fiery family team, and his transition from Norway’s national system to forging his own path.
Now also a father himself, Henrik reflects on how parenthood has shifted his perspective — not just on racing, but on life, pressure and priorities — adding a new layer to the way he views success, failure and responsibility.
You’ll get an inside look at his dynamic father-son relationship, the pivotal moments that drove him from local clubs to World Cup stardom, and the lessons learned from epic rivalries with iconic athletes like Marcel Hirscher. Along the way, Henrik Kristoffersen shares candid reflections on the sacrifices, setbacks, and successes that define a life at the top of alpine skiing.
Alpine Pulse is a FIS Originals production by FIS – International Ski and Snowboard Federation in cooperation with Maniac Studios.
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