People watch the Olympics because they want to believe in heroes; I know I did. Mikaela Shiffrin heroolympicpeople Change image and share on social
During the season, one of the most important things to eat is the carbs. Protein's really important, too, but it's the carbs that are important because I have to consistently refuel for the next day. Mikaela Shiffrin carbconsistentlyday Change image and share on social
One of the biggest misconceptions is that carbs are bad. It's a fad right now. Full disclosure: I'm sponsored by Barilla. But I've always been free about saying I love carbs, including pasta, in moderation. Mikaela Shiffrin badbarillabig share on social
I don't really have time or interest in doing a lot of the crazy things that some of my teenage peers do, mostly because I have such a hectic life that I don't need to add to that chaos by creating my own teenage drama like a lot of teenagers do. Mikaela Shiffrin addchaoscrazy share on social
In the end, I want to be an inspiration to somebody. Mikaela Shiffrin endinspiration Change image and share on social
People tell me an Olympic medal is a life-changing event. Except I don't even think about the medal unless someone asks about it. Mikaela Shiffrin askchangeevent Change image and share on social
I have some really lofty goals that don't even scratch upon the Olympics. Mikaela Shiffrin goalloftyolympic Change image and share on social
Whether it's learning to hit a backhand in tennis, learning high school chemistry, or getting better at ski racing, I really believe with hard work and analytic preparation, you can skip a few steps and find the faster way. Mikaela Shiffrin analyticbackhandchemistry share on social
I do doubles on Monday and Thursday, take Wednesday off or do easy cardio, do doubles on Thursday and Friday, and the weekend I just get outside and get active - jog or bike ride, or play tennis with my mom. Mikaela Shiffrin activebikecardio share on social
