Gretchen Bleiler Archive

Gretchen Bleiler

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Gretchen Bleiler is a four-time winner of the Winter X Games Halfpipe competition and a 2006 Winter Olympic silver medalist.

Burke's accident leaves questions in its wake
For snowboarder Gretchen Bleiler, staying aggressive and committed is the only way to handle the risks
Jan 14 5:49 PM ET | By Gretchen Bleiler
Athlete's Life
Burke's accident leaves questions in its wake
For Gretchen Bleiler, staying aggressive and committed is the only way to handle the risks.
Jan 16 4:31 PM ET | By Gretchen Bleiler
Gretchen Bleiler learns the hard way
The snowboarder reflects on her fourth-place finish at the New Zealand Open, the trick that eluded her there and the wisdom she gained.
Sep 1 | By Gretchen Bleiler
Women out in front on sustainability
Snowboarder Gretchen Bleiler's take on how women are leading the way in making the world more eco-friendly.
Jul 27 | By Gretchen Bleiler
Remembering Aaron Robinson
Gretchen Bleiler reflects on the tragic loss of a fellow snowboarder, Aaron Robinson.
Jul 22 | By Gretchen Bleiler
Athlete's Life
Down season
The offseason doesn't last long in the life of a pro snowboarder, but Gretchen Bleiler is making the most of hers and catching up on everything.
Jun 8 | By Gretchen Bleiler
Athlete's Life
Three things to do this Earth Day
Gretchen Bleiler has seen the effects of climate change in her travels around the world. In honor of Earth Day, the snowboarder provides the top three ways you can make a change for the better in order to save the planet.
Apr 22 | By Gretchen Bleiler
Athlete's Life
The Law of Least Resistance
Becoming more and more frustrated during her training runs at the Winter European X Games last month, Gretchen Bleiler decided to slow down and try a different tactic. Now she's sharing the power of the "Law of Least Resistance."
Apr 7 | By Gretchen Bleiler
Athlete's Life
Maintain calm when things get rough
For Gretchen Bleiler at the X Games, interviews with countless media organizations, parties and promo events -- not to mention the small act of competing -- took its toll. Now she shares her tips for maintaining balance amongst chaos.
Feb 25 7:52 AM ET | By Gretchen Bleiler
Athlete's Life
A balanced day means a balanced routine
Gretchen Bleiler shares her secrets for a happy 2011 and shares some of her New Year's resolutions.
Jan 25 10:24 AM ET | By Gretchen Bleiler
Athlete's Life
Gretchen Bleiler: Choosing creativity over competition
Change can be uncomfortable and scary. But Gretchen Bleiler believes change exists to teach us to appreciate and enjoy the right now.
Jan 25 11:29 AM ET | By Gretchen Bleiler

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