I have been writing about action sports and the Olympics for the better part of a decade, having covered Summer and Winter X Games, Summer and Winter Olympics, Dew Tour, world championships, and more. I cover the industry from every angle, but my favorite pieces to write are always profiles of the athletes that make these sports so compelling. I'm originally from New Hampshire, where I cut my teeth as a snowboarder (and cut up my knees and elbows...a lot), and now live in Chicago, a city that holds a gold medal in my heart despite its lack of elevation. Follow me on Twitter @MichelleBruton.