Anna-Maija Naakka

Anna-Maija Naakka is an experienced journalist and sports professional with a diverse background in writing, editing, and fitness instruction. Currently serving as a journalist for Ilta-Sanomat since June 2016, Anna-Maija writes for both print and online formats and also contributes to the weekly magazine Urheilulehti. As the owner and editor-in-chief of Boxi Media Oy, an online magazine focused on crossfit, weightlifting, and functional training, Anna-Maija promotes quality journalism in the fitness realm. Additionally, Anna-Maija has worked as a CrossFit trainer at CrossFit East Turku and as an aerobics instructor at Elixia Finland, showcasing expertise in fitness training. Past roles include sports journalism at Yle and Ilta-Sanomat, as well as managerial and teaching positions at various fitness institutions. Anna-Maija holds a Master's degree in sport sciences from the University of Jyväskylä and a Bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Tampere.