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Olympians are experts at being comfortable. You develop that skill by purposely getting out of your comfort zone. And there may be no one better than that than Winter Vinecki.
ZHANGJIAKOU, China (AP) — Her mom and dad wanted a name that stood out. A strong name. Since the aerials skier was born in December, and since her parents loved the way the snow sparkled on northern Michigan mornings, “Winter” felt like the perfect name to give their baby girl when she was born in 1998.
Her mom and dad wanted a name that stood out. A strong name.
The loss at age 10 forever changed the now 23-year-old U.S. aerial skier, whose competing in the Olympics is just another feat on a long list of athletic and personal achievements.
Team USA Olympic Skier Winter Vinecki is a pro at being comfortable being uncomfortable.