Speed skating champion Stolz skips first World Cup: 'I am a bit too heavy'

Stolz has transitioned to new coaching after parting ways with Bob Corby, leading to changes in his training and diet. He has gained weight, now at 91 kg, and acknowledges the need to lose some. He is not keen on starting the season in Beijing due to travel fatigue and aims for the 2030 Olympics in Heerenveen. Despite concerns about his fitness, he plans to compete in the World Cup in Obihiro and hopes to achieve good times in January in Salt Lake City, where he aims to break records. Currently, he holds the world record for the 1,000 meters.