Biathlon

Biathlon is a grueling dual-discipline sport that demands a unique physiological paradox: the explosive cardiovascular power of cross-country skiing and the extreme, meditative stillness required for precision marksmanship. Competitors navigate a rugged cross-country course on skis, periodically stopping at a shooting range to engage five targets from a distance of 50 meters. The penalty for a missed shot is a time addition or an immediate 150-meter penalty loop, forcing athletes to manage their heart rate mid-race to ensure their breathing doesn’t disrupt their aim.