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Not Just Snowboards, Shaun White Shares His Well-Kept Training Secrets With Next Generation of Athletes

Published 01/30/2024, 1:09 PM EST

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Shaun White ranks among one of the greatest American snowboarders. He is the world record holder for most X Games golds and most Olympic gold medals as a snowboarder with sensational champion campaigns in 2006,2010 and 2018. Before retiring in 2022, White had amassed 10 ESPY Awards in various categories. And snowboarding isn’t the only glaring feather of the 37-year-old’s cap. Despite retirement, it has been anything but sleepy for him.

With unprecedented success throughout his career, and even after retirement, in entrepreneurship arenas, White continues to inspire generations, especially young snowboarding talent. And as a token of love back to the game, the Olympic champion was recently seen sharing his tactics. Doling out musings and maxims to other wunderkinds, he recently struck gold, unveiling what exactly made him tick on the snowy mounds.

Shaun White opens up a Pandora’s box of tidbits

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In the latest update on Instagram, Shaun White could be seen engaging with young snowboarders and sharing some valuable advice with the next-generation champions. White shared a clip of the conversation on his Instagram and could be seen informing teenage snowboarders about his jumping technique. “I warm up before I attempt to jump around”, he recalled his routine. And it wasn’t the only part of the heartwarming gesture.

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White had inspirational words for the young group, writing, The future right here (an arrow towards snowboarders)”. He also gifted a Whitespace snowboard to each one of the kids, and could also be seen signing autographs for them. A legend in snowboarding, Shaun White is a true inspiration, and one who is devoted to giving back to the game. A few days ago, he also won hearts with yet another gesture for fans.

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White comes in clutch with a surprise for snowboarding enthusiasts

In yet another heartwarming move, Shaun White unveiled an exciting surprise for snowboarding enthusiasts as he graced the Aspen White Space store. “@whitespace_____ pop-up at the @aspenx store in Snowmass! I’ll be popping in and out all weekend riding with fans and hanging out! Come say hi and grab some gear“, he announced.

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The ever-humble Olympic Champion rode with young snowboarders and also gifted his signed Whitespace apparels, paraphernalia, jackets and skates to his fans. With each passing day, White’s brand is flourishing further, and further, and receiving high acceptability from fans. The founder also partnered with Insta360 recently to promote their new camera with his scintillating snowboarding jumps. He’s branching out and will continue to do so.

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Zahid Rashid Dar

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I am an avid sports enthusiast who always seeks the thrill in the sporting avenues that serve adrenaline rush to its spectators. Hence, the nooks and crannies of the extreme sports realm such as equestrian sports, bull-riding, and the fast-paced world of rodeo hooked my attention and I became a lifelong fan. Along with this, my versatility spans from crafting insightful content on alpine skiing to exploring various facets of gymnastics.
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