“I think whenever you have any kind of injury or challenge, you just have to deal with it the best you can. You have to decide what's important to you and focus on getting back to where you want to be. And enjoy where you are and what your goals and dreams are and just give it 100 percent.”

American former professional halfpipe snowboarder

Gretchen Elisabeth Bleiler is an American former professional halfpipe snowboarder. She won a silver medal at the 2006 Winter Olympics. Bleiler competed at the highest level of her sport and became best known for her Olympic success. Her career is tied to snowboarding, especially halfpipe competition, and to the discipline and focus required to reach the podium at the Games.