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How Chloe Kim Rediscovered Her Love Of Snowboarding


Published on 2025-01-26 12:25:19 - Forbes
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  • Chloe Kim almost quit snowboarding entirely. But fresh off another gold medal at X Games Aspen, she shares how she rediscovered her love for the sport.

The article from Forbes, published on January 26, 2025, discusses how Olympic gold medalist Chloe Kim rekindled her passion for snowboarding after facing burnout and the pressures of professional competition. Kim, who first won gold at the 2018 Winter Olympics at the age of 17, experienced a dip in her enthusiasm for the sport due to the intense scrutiny and expectations that followed her early success. To rediscover her love for snowboarding, Kim took a step back from the competitive scene, focusing instead on the joy of the sport itself. She engaged in activities like teaching snowboarding to beginners, exploring new mountains, and even trying out different snowboarding styles. This shift in focus from performance to pleasure helped her reconnect with what initially drew her to snowboarding, ultimately revitalizing her career and personal satisfaction in the sport.

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