She is a two-time European medalist (silver in 2005, bronze in 2009) and a five-time (2000, 2002, 2005–2007) Finnish national champion.

Pöykiö began skating at age three, following in the footsteps of her elder sister, Heidi.

[3][4] Pöykiö withdrew from the 2003 Finnish Championships after the short program due to illness.

[6][7] Pöykiö withdrew from the 2005 Skate Canada International due to bronchitis.

Together with Laura Lepistö, it was the first time Finns claimed two spots on the European Championships podium.