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Steph Jagger had always been a force of nature. Dissatisfied with the passive, limited roles she saw for women growing up, she emulated the men in her life - chasing success, climbing the corporate ladder, ticking the boxes, playing by the rules of a masculine ideal. She was accomplished. She was living "The Dream". But it wasn't her dream. Then the universe caught her attention with a sign: Raise Restraining Device.

An elite competitive figure skater growing up, Keri Blakinger poured herself into the sport, even competing at nationals. But when her skating partnership ended abruptly, her world shattered. With all the intensity she saved for the ice, she dove into self-destruction. From her first taste of heroin, the next nine years would be a blur—living on the streets, digging for a vein, selling drugs and sex, plunging off a bridge when it all became too much, all while trying to hold herself together enough to finish her degree at Cornell.

In this exhilarating memoir, three-time World Champion and Olympic gold-medalist Nathan Chen tells the story of his remarkable journey to success, reflecting on his life as a Chinese American figure skater and the joys and challenges he has experienced—including the tremendous sacrifices he and his family made, and the physical and emotional pain he endured.

Do you want to take up skiing? Does the idea of jetting off to a nice resort for a week or more appeal to you? Do you need a book that will help you understand the basics before you start? You can learn much about this fabulous winter sport long before you decide to hit the slopes, with chapters that explain in detail.

Nestled amid California's High Sierra Peaks, two valleys have captured the imaginations of mountaineers and winter-sports enthusiasts since the 1930s. Squaw Valley, discovered by Wayne Poulsen and developed by Poulsen and Alex Cushing, made a name for itself on the world stage as the site of the legendary 1960 Winter Olympics. Meanwhile, just over a high ridge, Alpine Meadows was developed by John Reily, Bay Area families and local skiers.

This ultimate skier and snowboarder bucket list, from celebrated runs in Alta, Utah, to the challenge of Switzerland's 4 Vallées races through 100 energizing snowy experiences for all levels.

One winter's night in 1976, over 20 million people in Britain watched John Curry skate to Olympic glory on an ice rink in Austria. Many millions more watched around the world. Overnight he became one of the most famous men on the planet. He was awarded the OBE. He was chosen as BBC Sports Personality of the Year. Curry had changed ice skating from marginal sport to high art. And yet the man was - and would always remain - an absolute mystery to a world that had been dazzled by his gift.

In a world where online scrutiny is more intense than ever, Elise’s story massively transcends sport. Having been bullied while growing up in Scotland, Christie first felt the full weight of online public opinion following three separate disqualifications at the 2014 Winter Olympics. Death threats followed amid a torrent of online hate whereby she was accused of having caused a rival South Korean medal hopeful to crash. Christie, aged just 24, retreated into a period of mental health support to assist her through extremely traumatic times.

Looking to take your skiing skills to the next level? Look no further than this comprehensive guide that has been packed with only the best skiing cheats, hacks, hints, tips, and tricks! This book is packed with practical advice, insider cheats, hacks, hints, tips, and tricks, and expert guidance to help skiers of all levels improve their techniques and make the most of their time on the mountain.

Get ready to take your snowboarding skills to the next level with this comprehensive snowboarding cheats, hacks, hints, tips, and tricks guide. From beginner basics to expert techniques, this book is packed with cheats, hacks, hints, tips, and tricks that will help you improve your riding, stay safe, and have more fun on the mountain.

Snowboarding is pretty fun, especially when you don't die. Whether it's avalanches, hypothermia, runaway snowboards, falling ice, or even goats, snowboarders have a lot to worry about! In this guide, you'll find everything you need to conquer the sport, gain firsthand experience from the experts, and learn to avoid some of the (literal) pitfalls that you'll find. Whether you are going to compete in the X-Games someday or you just want to have some fun in the snow, there's something in this book for everyone. Everyone should be able to experience the joy that comes with snowboarding.

In Written in the Snows, renowned local skiing historian Lowell Skoog presents a definitive and visually rich history of the past century of Northwest ski culture, from stirring and colorful stories of wilderness exploration to the evolution of gear and technique. He traces the development of skiing in Washington from the late 1800s to the present, covering the beginnings of ski resorts and competitions, the importance of wild places in the Olympic and Cascade mountains (including Oregon's Mount Hood), and the friluftsliv, or open-air living spirit, of backcountry skiing.

Hockey Moms laces together the stories of NHL hockey moms like Kelly McDavid and Ema Matthews with those of mothers who never expected their children to set foot on the ice. With insight, warmth, honesty and humour, more than thirty hockey moms share their own journeys as they figure out how to juggle trips to the rink with raising a family, building their own backyard rinks, finding ways to pay for new gear and dealing with the sometimes-heartbreaking setbacks faced along the way.

Nestled amid California's High Sierra Peaks, two valleys have captured the imaginations of skiers and mountain explorers year after year. Squaw Valley made a name for itself on the world stage as the host of the 1960 Winter Olympics. Meanwhile, just over a high ridge, Alpine Meadows was developed by devoted local skiers and Bay Area families. Discover the stories of Wayne Poulsen, John Reily, and Alex Cushing as they battle avalanches, fires, floods, public opinion, and the whims of mountain weather. This revised edition celebrates these two North Lake Tahoe locales, now united.

The true story of two young adventurers who travel North America to find the epicenter of freestyle skiing, skateboarding, and surfing in the late '70s. The journey explores the youth culture and finds the ultimate psychological state of sports performance known as Zen. Written with the pen of a Samurai, the spirit of a freestyle skier, and creativity of a modern explorer, the tale weaves 11 Zen warrior lessons to help others achieve the Zen performance state.

For Judy Lipson, her sisters were her compass, constant, champions, and competitors and for 30 years she suppressed the grief of losing her two beloved sisters. This is the story of how Judy used her memories of her missing sisters and their shared love of ice skating to come full circle. When she performs on the ice, Judy feels Margie and Jane on each shoulder guiding her and whispering in her ear, "Judy, you've got this."

Meet married couple Chris and Marty. At midlife, they unexpectedly find themselves weighing the responsibility of parenthood against the possibility of one more grand adventure. After securing care for their 12-year-old son, they set off to undertake one of the hardest challenges on the planet: Ski 570 miles from the edge of Antarctica to the South Pole. With no guide or resupply. Riveting and inspiring, The Expedition is about the power of family and community, the adventurous spirit that dwells within us all, and breaking through to feel fully alive.

Are you ready to hit the slopes? Discover the ultimate kid-friendly guide that will make your little ones fall in love with the outdoors. Do you want your kids to learn how to ski, but you’ve no idea where to start? Are you planning a family skiing trip, and the logistics are stressing you out - what to pack, where to stay, and how to dress your kids for hitting the slopes? You can relax - there are answers to all your questions (including those you haven’t even thought to ask).

Utah has long claimed to have the greatest snow on Earth - the state itself has even trademarked the phrase. In Secrets of the Greatest Snow on Earth, Jim Steenburgh investigates Wasatch weather, exposing the myths, explaining the reality, and revealing how and why Utah’s powder lives up to its reputation. Steenburgh also examines ski and snowboard regions beyond Utah, making this book a meteorological guide to mountain weather and snow climates around the world.

50 Things to Know About Being a Ski Instructor by Timo Holmquist offers a unique inside guide to mastering the ski instructing profession. Most books on this topic are surprisingly lacking, and will often only endeavor to provide a brief and unsatisfactory overview of ski instructing work and ski culture. Although there's nothing wrong with these industry glimpses, this book rounds out the experience for you, so you have all the tools you need to succeed.