There’s no way to truly calculate what the mountains mean to me. When I’m swirling down a steep face, pinching my fingers around a greasy rock, or opening my arms like an airplane zooming through tight turns on a forest trail, I feel free. More than that, I feel empowered. In the past 5 years, I’ve grown as a mountain athlete, but I’ve really grown as a person. I’ve learned to trust my gut instincts, mediate sticky team dynamics, be patient with injuries, and lead by example. Adventure is my lifestyle, allowing me to live by core values like curiosity, collaboration, and sustainability.