Look Like an Olympian


Updated 03/29/10 8:54 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Olympic Medalists Torah Bright and Gretchen Bleiler Design Snowboard Gear For Roxy and Oakley

While most of us can't shred on the halfpipe like Olympic medalists Torah Bright and Gretchen Bleiler, we might as well look good trying! Both ladies have teamed up with major activewear brands — Torah with Roxy, Gretchen with Oakley — to design their own lines of stylish, functional outerwear. Check out both collections here and then tell us whose clothes you'd rather barrel down the Read more

Words That Move You . . .


Updated 02/22/10 7:09 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

Words That Move You . . .

"Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you'll land among the stars." — Les Brown, band leader Gretchen Bleiler might not have made it on the podium, but for her it doesn't seem to have spoiled her sunny attitude. Looking for more motivation? Check out all of my words that move you. To see Gretchen fly among the stars, just read more Read more

Get Backstage Access to the Winter Games


Updated 02/26/10 4:08 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Olympians on Twitter

It's official — I have Olympic fever, like whoa. I've been getting myself acquainted with the athletes and events, and I'll definitely be glued to the set for Friday's opening ceremony. I'm also following my favorite Team USA competitors on Twitter. As they head to Vancouver this week, it's been beyond cool to hear first-person accounts of their training, diets, and inspiration. Here are my Read more

Meet the Ladies of Vancouver


Updated 02/14/10 10:36 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

Women Athletes from Team USA in the 2010 Winter Olympics 2010-02-01 08:00:13

I've never been one for a "my country is better than your country" attitude but I love me some Olympics. I always find the games to be an amazing display of athleticism, team spirit, and the potential of the human body. Beyond that, it's astonishing to consider the mental stress these competitors are under. I'd like to celebrate the women of Team USA with a little meet and greet. If your favorite Read more

Get Your Butt in Gear: Gretchen Bleiler For Oakley


Updated 01/02/09 2:54 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Gretchen Bleiler Snowboard Designs For Oakley

January is just around the corner, and that means it's time to play in the snow. Are you mountain ready? If you're in need of fresh gear, check out the new collection that snowboarding superstar Gretchen Bleiler designed for Oakley — and you thought they only made sunglasses. Known for her crazy trick the inverted crippler, Bleiler designed a collection that mixes wild and tame. A jacket she Read more

The Inverted Crippler!


Updated 12/29/08 6:37 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 7 comments

The Winter X Games 12 are happening this weekend! Even if you don't board, or even if you hate the snow, you've got to check out the Inverted Crippler. It is a beautiful move! Check out Gretchen Bleiler doing the move that made her famous. What do you think? I know that this move would cripple me. Read more

Winter X Games 12 Starting Today!


Updated 12/29/08 6:38 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

Winter X Games 12 Starting Today!

Starting today, Jan. 24, the X Games 12 take over Aspen. Through Jan. 27, be prepared to watch some serious shredding on the slopes. Not only do boarders trick out on the half pipe, but men and women attack the half pipe on skis, too. There will be big air, 1080s in the men's half pipe (that's three turns in one jump), and slopestyle on skis (crazy tricks on skis on a good old-fashioned ski Read more

Snowboarding Exercises Straight From Pros Gretchen Bleiler, Hannah Teter, and Kelly Clark


Updated 11/18/11 11:01 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Snowboarding Workouts From Olympic Snowboarders

When it comes to snowboarding, strength, balance, agility, and endurance are all key; and with the season's kick-off just around the corner, it's not too late to start your off-hill training. To get your body in tip-top shape before reaching the mountain, see the exercises that Olympic snowboarders Gretchen Bleiler, Hannah Teter, and Kelly Clark do when they hit the gym. These exercises will keep Read more