Defying Gravity
An upside down year with an uneven playing field, offers an opportunity to expand our perspective…and scream into pillows.
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A Maradona Moment
Even to those of us who knew little about the enormity of Maradona’s fame, he carried the magic of a superstar. This greatness, even a fraction of it, was what we were aiming for, or so we thought.
The Power of Passing it On: Christin Cooper talks mentoring
Gretchen and Don’s example of owning your talent and good fortune, and caring about those who followed you, was always a light for me.
Whoa Doggie Jam
“The Whoa Doggie Jam is probably similar to what somebody might call today a ‘full send’ attitude…but it’s also about creativity and just daring to do the unexpected.”
The Inner Game of Everything
Quieting your judgmental Self 1 lets your capable Self 2 hit the gas, and nothing feels quite as satisfying as flipping off Self 1 in the rearview mirror.
What’s the Good of This?
Pandemic-proof benefits of solid technique, fitness and drive will ultimately surpass the temporary bump of massively unequal training, but only if we are patient.
Stuck on Fantasy Island
Getting stronger, together. Boredom breeds creativity. When combined with desperation,well, that’s where transformation begins.
Carpe Skiem!
This sudden and complete stop —just when we were fully cranked up to power through ski racing’s own March Madness—feels like going from 5th gear into reverse.
Keep Calm and Race On!
This championship season ask yourself: how much fun would a rollercoaster be if you just hung out on top and enjoyed the view?
Eva T: The T is For Tenacity
One year ago today, Eva Twardokens was in a plane crash in her beloved Citabria, “Buttercup,” while on a check ride with her flight instructor. One year ago this evening, none of us knew if Eva would open her eyes again, let alone talk, walk and do any of the things she did as a World Class athlete who had never really downshifted. When I’m out in the ski world, I often run into people … » read more