LIFE

When I think about my journey as a professional snowboarder, I realize it’s been about much more than just carving lines through fresh...

In 2021, I received news that would forever change my life: I was diagnosed with inflammatory stage three breast cancer. As someone who...

Being aware of our surroundings and avalanche conditions while spending time in the back country takes practice and effort to routinely...

The Benchetler Fasani Foundation is a 501(c)(3) with a mission to provide a meaningful connection to the outdoors for those who have...

As I sit down to write this, I’m reminded of the many roles I’ve embraced over the years—professional snowboarder, mother, and, more...

Making the decision to start a family while also pursuing my career was anxiety inducing. Would my sponsors support this transition into...

Snowing is falling aggressively and the wind has picked up. We are in the eye of a huge storm and we are standing at the top of a...

As a professional female snowboarder, I struggled to find the right time to start a family. My husband, Chris Benchetler, is a...

Throughout the majority of my career, I’ve faced many critics in a heavily male dominated sport. In the 2015/2016 season, I earned an...

Before you do a something new do you get scared? Do you find yourself with those nervous feelings in your stomach, seems like butterflies...