I read an article many years ago about the luck factor. I remember the article when I think about my life — I think the luck factor has played a large part of my life. I was the third girl in my family. My father died when I was four years old, but I received [...]
The Visual, Physical & Cultural Intrigues of Biking Bhutan
November 24, 2011 By 31 Comments
On any stretch of road one rolls in Bhutan, the cyclist is guaranteed a visual, physical and cultural feast. From views of 7,000 meter snow-capped peaks perched as a backdrop to the seemingly endless foothills, the acres of climbing through alpine forest down to crisp, turbulent rivers—the landscape of Bhutan is abundantly stimulating. And as [...]
12 Days of Yoga Gifts
November 22, 2011 By Leave a Comment
For the first day of yoga gifts my true self gave to me… It’s tough to find time for yourself during the holiday season. Much of our energy is directed externally: gifts for others, parties, family, planning how to fit it all in and stay festive in the process. Yoga class? What a gift that [...]
Winter 2011 Behind the Scenes Gallery
November 21, 2011 By 4 Comments
Team Athleta trekked back to beautiful New Zealand for our Winter photo shoot, where we defied the frigid temps with our cold weather gear and sweaty attitude to capture magical moments of inspiring athleticism, spectacular beauty, and heart-warming camaraderie… Photos Courtesy of Chris Jameson Special Thanks TE WANAKA LODGE is a contemporary European style ski [...]
What Matters from the Trail
November 17, 2011 By 33 Comments
I started jotting down these thoughts several days ago while nestled in the ruins of a rock fortress at Jangotang camp in the eastern Himalaya range of Bhutan. Protected from the chilly mountain breeze by ancient crumpled drywall, I gazed directly up at 7,000 meter Jhomolhari peak outlined by the cobalt blue sky. As our [...]
We All Need to Play!
November 16, 2011 By 14 Comments
People often ask me how I am able to do so much — run, surf, teach surf lessons and play with my boys! My answer is simple — the more active I am, the more I am able do and not get tired. As winter approaches, I have to work harder to find ways to [...]
Win a Trek Cocoa Bike + New Athleta Outfit!
November 14, 2011 By
Thanks for your interest in the giveaway! Entries closed at 3:00pm PT on November 22nd. Congratulations to our lucky winner Beth Mitchell and a big THANK YOU to everyone who shared their ideas below! ♥ Team Athleta Click to read the Official Contest Rules » Envision this – wind blowing in your hair, the smell [...]
Take a Leap
November 11, 2011 By 10 Comments
I want to tell you a story about my past you may find shocking. People ask me all the time why I started Ski to Live. Ski to Live are my evolutionary mindset ski and snowboard camps. They powerfully explore the mental side of sports and help the guests quickly get unstuck from old tired patterns. [...]
All the Prince’s Horses & All the Prince’s Men
November 9, 2011 By 20 Comments
We had no idea that our expedition would be in such a limelight for the country of Bhutan. Upon arrival in Paro, the red carpet was rolled out and a greeting party met us at the airport—a special staff appointed by His Royal Highness Prince Jigkel Ugyen Wangchuck, who is also the head of the [...]
Athleta Iron Girl Award of Inspiration: Del Mar
November 7, 2011 By 2 Comments
Do you believe that if you take care of your own health and well-being, you have more capacity to take care of others? Our Athleta Award of Inspiration recipient from the Iron Girl Del Mar event is living proof that self-care has a positive impact on the lives of our loved ones… I started running [...]
