Frida Karlsson, the Swedish skiing star, revealed during her appearance on the Swedish television show Skavlan & Sverige that she shocked her Norwegian teammates Johannes Kläbo and Emil Iversen by announcing her plans to drink wine after practice. This revelation left Kläbo and Iversen astonished as they had been abstaining from alcohol for over six months. Karlsson's comment highlights the cultural differences between the athletes as they adhere to strict training diets and lifestyles, with Kläbo and Iversen reportedly opting for broccoli and kombucha instead.

The context of Karlsson's comment sheds light on the intense training routines and discipline followed by elite athletes, particularly in the lead-up to major competitions such as the upcoming Olympics in Milan-Cortina. Despite their differences in lifestyle choices, Karlsson doesn’t seem to think her drinking habits negatively affect her performance, stating that she believes she prepares well for competition even after indulging in festivities. Her performance at the recent Olympics, where she celebrated her gold medal win, seems to back up her assertion about being in top shape even after a celebratory night.

The revelation has sparked discussions about the balance between professional training and personal indulgence among top-level athletes. Karlsson's comment about her so-called “two-week method,” where she feels at peak condition following celebrations, adds an interesting layer to the ongoing conversation about sports nutrition and the mental health of athletes. It challenges the traditional ways of thinking about dietary restrictions and performance, indicating a possible shift in how athletes can approach their social lives without compromising their career.