...Chernousov trains in a separate group around coach Reto Burgermeister and his friend Alexander Legkov. Already in summer 2010 he changed his training scheme: „I implemented calmer basic training sessions and combined them with decent interval workouts,” explained Chernousov. Russian training system is known for its focus on force, strength and endurance. Bronze medalist from Oslo has chosen slightly different path that brought him to success. “I managed to maximize my strength training through stability training and coordination on slack line. I realized that strength and power is not everything. I was working a lot on my classical and free techniques with countless video analysis.

...he concluded his last season with the Arctic Circle race that he dominantly won

...Chernousov was not only training in this summer, he also hit the books and improved his English

...the athlete from Sibiria is a full team player. In the finish in Oslo, after taking the bronze medal, his thoughts went first to his teammate Alexander Legkov who had bad luck in the final phase of the race and missed a top position. „Alexander (Legkov) would deserve this medal, he would be stronger but had back luck today,“ stated Chernousov

....he likes extreme experiences and tried for example sky diving this summer, he also enjoys traveling

... Chernousov want to achieve in his career a top three spot at the Olympics and in the season 2011/2012 the focus is on a top position in the overall World Cup. He enjoys racing in each competition – from sprint to long distance but unfortunately he can not compete so often in short distances as he has strong team mates