Meet X-Bionic athletesFanny Smith
Conquering the worldās most dangerous ski cross tracks at lightning speed is no easy task ā but for Fanny Smith, itās just part of the ride.
With a career that spans over a decade and a collection of World Cup podiums to prove it, the Swiss Olympic medalist brings fierce precision and fearless style to every race.
Off the slopes, Fanny is more than just a competitor. Sheās a role model, a mentor, a multilingual globe-trotter, and a passionate advocate for sport ā carving her own path, one turn at a time.
With a career that spans over a decade and a collection of World Cup podiums to prove it, the Swiss Olympic medalist brings fierce precision and fearless style to every race.
Off the slopes, Fanny is more than just a competitor. Sheās a role model, a mentor, a multilingual globe-trotter, and a passionate advocate for sport ā carving her own path, one turn at a time.
2x
BRONZE MEDALS SKI CROSS, WINTER OLYMPICS 2018 & 20228x
World Championship Medals1x
Gold Medal in Freestyle Skiing Junior World ChampionshipsāIāve always believed that you need to follow your passions in life.ā
From childhood passion to world champion
Fannyās skiing journey began when she was just two years old. Her passion was instant.
By 12, she was competing in major events. At 16, she turned pro. But in 2011, her first big wins were followed by a serious knee injury. Doctors feared sheād never ski again.
Fannyās skiing journey began when she was just two years old. Her passion was instant.
By 12, she was competing in major events. At 16, she turned pro. But in 2011, her first big wins were followed by a serious knee injury. Doctors feared sheād never ski again.
Never say never
Defying the odds, Fanny returned to competition just 11 months later.
In 2012-13, she collected six podium finishes, a crystal globe as the worldās top-ranked ski cross racer, and the gold medal at the 2013 World Championships in Norway.
Defying the odds, Fanny returned to competition just 11 months later.
In 2012-13, she collected six podium finishes, a crystal globe as the worldās top-ranked ski cross racer, and the gold medal at the 2013 World Championships in Norway.
And she hasnāt stopped sinceā¦Now she has two Olympic bronze medals, six World Championship medals and 3 World Cup wins.
Her career is the stuff of dreams. But itās her consistency that brings her most joy.
āIāve ranked in the top three for over a decade,ā she says. āYou can maybe win a race with a bit of luck, but to be successful in the long term, itās not about luck: itās a reflection of all the work I put in over a really long period of time.ā
Her career is the stuff of dreams. But itās her consistency that brings her most joy.
āIāve ranked in the top three for over a decade,ā she says. āYou can maybe win a race with a bit of luck, but to be successful in the long term, itās not about luck: itās a reflection of all the work I put in over a really long period of time.ā
Fanny SmithPro Swiss Ski Cross Athlete
OFF-PISTE WITH THE CHAMPION
My words to live by
Passion. Courage. Integrity. These words describe me well and reflect the way I try to live my life.
Iāve always believed you need to follow your passions in life. Iāve been able to make a career from skiing, but Iāve many other passions that I try to integrate into the things I do.
To succeed, you have to dare to step outside of your comfort zone. This is true with ski racing, but also life, so always have courage.
And I believe integrity in any situation is essential to guide us through life.
How I overcome challenges
Coming out of a low point is about having a goal in mind, making a plan, and doing everything I can to make it happen. Knowing what youāre working towards and why youāre doing it helps to reduce the pressure.
When Iām not skiing
Since I spend so much time away from home, I love to spend time with my friends and family when Iām not racing or training. But I still like to stay active and spend time outdoors, so Iām always in nature, even when relaxing.
Most people donāt know
Iām a really bad singer. Iām so bad that I try not to sing in front of anyone!
My goals moving forward
Staying healthy, skiing as best as I can, and always improving. After all these years, the biggest challenge is staying motivated. Iām still very passionate about skiing and I know what I need to do to stay on top, but I need to keep pushing myself and taking some risks to stay fresh and motivated.
My best advice
Follow your dreams, but also set realistic goals and stay curious. Progress comes from questioning ā both yourself and others. Donāt be afraid to question your training approach or the path you take to reach your goals. Questioning helps you grow. To be the best, you always have to ask, how can I do this better? How can I improve? Or, do I need to make changes to get there? Dreams are not enough to be successful: itās hard work, and asking questions every day can help you find the answers.
Fannyās top gear
Fannyās top gear
āMovements feel light and easy when I wear X-Bionic.ā
Energy Accumulator Base Layer
āThe compression makes my muscles feel invigorated and ready to go, but I still have freedom of movement. Itās the perfect combination.ā
Energizer 4.0 Sports Bra
āI love the bras and wear them all the time, both for training and racing. Theyāre so comfortable. Some I wear every day, like the Sina Sports Bra, and others I use for training, like the Energizer. Theyāre all excellent.ā
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