Moving Right Along - Season 3, Episode 2 | I've Been Impaled

[@krist.7419]

any clue what´s impaled you????

[@mikaelashiffrin]

We think it was the tip of my ski pole...still not entirely sure, but that's what we think.

[@scottbillings3677]

@@mikaelashiffrin It's what makes sense for the size injury. You mentioned 7 cm deep. That made me wonder if Atomic would make you some poles with lower baskets to shorten that tip to say 2 or 3cm. With all WC races on fully prepared tracks, there's not a need for a deeper tip to basket for poling away from the start gate. There will never be deep loose snow on the WC track.

[@scottbillings3677]

The footage of the fall you shared in this was the first time I could see your pole loose and it hangs up in the blue panel. Normally, hooked to our wrists the pole is too long to stab us but the Leki clips do allow it to come off. The debate then is what's better, pole off and moving hopefully away from us or pole stays on and gets twisted up in gates or fences in a fall.

[@craigborrenpohl1233]

@@mikaelashiffrinlooks like there was a gate key in the backpack sitting next to the fence. That was my initial guess. I’ll have to watch again with the ski pole tip in mind. Thank you as always for sharing your journey, seeing the ups as well as the downs shines a light into a world that social media often glosses over.

[@MichelBertrand]

@@mikaelashiffrin it also looks like at the very end there is a backpack along the fence that you hit on your right side; it could have been something hanging on the outside of the pack that made contact.

[@terimcgann2408]

Thank you for allowing us in. I'm sure its frustrating. Gather up and soak in all the healing energy that is sent your way. sending you hugs and prayers for healing and peace.

[@NikolayKalenikov]

The best mini documentary on KZbin. It really is special to have an access to the life of one of the all time greats in sports. She shares such intimate and vulnerable moments and not because she is chasing fame or compassion, but because she truly wants to inspire. The scene with her giving the reward to Bode Miller, day after her surgery is prime example of that. I wish her all the health in the world and a very happy 2025!

[@jackedwards170]

Mikaela Shiffrin is all that's right about skiers. Humble, honest, nice, and all out all the time. She is one of my heroes. A few years ago, I rode the quad over the racing trail at Killington with a friend. I said, "They ought to name this trail after Shiffrin," He didn't miss a beat, saying, "They already have,." The name of the trail is Superstar.

[@Ghostrider91199]

Broke my heart to see the accident. You’re a true superstar and can’t wait to see you back on the slopes.

[@WorldofErika]

Bode Miller is one of the most inspiring alpine ski racers of all time. One of a kind. Talk about taking the sport to another level. So does Mikaela. Breathtaking episode! I've no more words

[@LarsBohr5]

Thank you for the intimate and detailed updates. I know Aleks has had his own journey for almost a year. Hope you can both will be back in the gates soon.

[@cmel7841]

Wow wow wow, thank you for sharing this, you owe us nothing and you give us everything. You are a huge inspiration, thank you. and thanks to ALL the people that support athletes in every sport, they seem to just love to help in anyway they can

[@nafnaf0]

Yeah this was really a great production, well edited, and reflects a personal side of Mikaela's story

[@georgedaios1326]

hearing Mikaela talk about Bode like that, brought out everything that made me get up and go ski everyday as a kid

[@HeyMatthew303]

I love that she’s at this nice fundraiser the next day after having a surgery, speaking such great words about Bode… with a drain tube coming out of a stab wound. She’s absolutely amazing!

[@northernguy8860]

Fate wouldn't let you have it without another unexpected huge obstacle. You are already legend, the rest will be icing.

[@martynjewell5627]

Best wishes for a speedy recovery. You are an inspiration to so many.

[@mikaelashiffrin]

😊 thank you so much

[@GoranAntulevic]

​@@mikaelashiffrin ur my inspiration i neverr see injury hard like urs speed recovery i sprain ankle so much hematoma like urs same a lot hematoms .just rest took s mi 28 days to pas hematoms my all ankle is like barcelona t shirt swaollend and full of hematoms took s my 6 month s to recover

[@funp2154]

Hi Mikaela, that was scary and emotional to watch. I hope your feeling better your oblogigated to take your time and finish what you started when these wounds heal in and out. Thanks for sharing so much it’s amazing to see behind the curtain I would have never knew how serious that fall was, damn the blood pouring out and the bruising please don’t get back out till your 100% healed. Take good care Champ✌️💙

[@billmcgarrity1241]

You are the GOAT!! I remember 30+ years ago I brought my daughters to Killington for the first time. Now I hope to see my granddaughters start their journey this year with you being their inspiration. Thank you Mikaela for leading the path to success!!

[@QuinnOsgood-c9v]

🐐

[@jasonpacific111]

Our favorite athlete of all. Mikaela you are so skilled, kind and powerful, happy and dedicated. Such an inspiration - just being your amazing self. ❤⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@annegallagher7558]

Mikaela you are always an inspiration to all of us through both joyful and hard times. Thank you for your compassion, humor, and touching lives in so many ways.

[@stevecrombie5357]

Humility is one of your gifts Mikaela. Your courage is evident. Be kind to yourself as you are to others. You are in many peoples prayers, mine included. ❤🙏

[@sgoldie3235]

Ahh man.... you are an amazing human! So humble, in the face of your successes...so determined, in the face of your recovery and future pursuits ...but your perspective on life and living is even more admirable! All the best in what lies ahead! I hope you can continue to follow your own path and not succumb to the wishes of others. Your fans will always be here!🙏

[@Jerry0153A]

You are such a strong, devoted athlete which is a role model to countless upcoming athletes. We appreciate you so much, thank you for including us in your journey.

[@emmellj7133]

Thank you for sharing, and take the time to heal 100%. You have to live with your body for the rest of your life.

[@ildiko1vt]

Appreciate you sharing your story with us, especially, us Vermonters. Wishing you total recovery Mikaela! Let all the love heal you!

[@christophermisuraca4281]

It’s truly touching to not only see what you’ve done to train in the past, compete, succeed, fail, reflect, and succeed again…. …and now share all of this. Mind blowing. It’s is obvious that this time was different. I know it must be hard on you, and for that I am truly sorry. I saw you stifling your emotions. I know that you and your family, and your team will do what is best for you. When you make it back onto the hill it will be a relief for you to feel those boards under your feet again. You know how it goes- One step at a time! One of your biggest fans here, watching every episode. Pulling for your success, Mikaela. Do your thing kiddo.

[@rl7880]

Look at you, girl. You're tackling your recovery every bit as hard as you do any course. Godspeed to you. You'll be back better than ever soon enough and your fans will be there to root you on. Wishing you all the best from Southern California.

[@SpiritPPATC]

I wish you the best possible recovery you can get. I hope that you will be able to get back on track, with cleared head, no fear and ready to fight again as you did in the past. Can´t wait to see again those close time differences between you and our Petra. All the best again and greetings from Slovakia.

[@SOLOIIguru]

Mikaela, youre truly a warrior and to have made it this far, there are no doubts about your strength and determination. Praying for you to continue on your trek and not only grow your medal count, but also continue to grow your family as well. positive vibes at all times!

[@tdaring884]

Thank you for sharing this to allow us to see behind the scenes and the ups and downs of the sport! Hope you take all the time you need to be able to recover not only physically but mentally too. Whatever your future holds you will always be an inspiration! Blessings and prayers to you

[@GuitarsAndWoodenBoxes]

Thanks for the detailed update. Can’t wait to see the next episode, along with you back on the slopes! Best of luck from the other side of the pond

[@glennabrams8793]

MS, Sending love and support, restorative healing powers, mental resilience, speed, and confidence. We can't wait for your return! Go USA!

[@robertkilbourn5402]

Mikki, Your energy, passion, and pursuit of excellence are so inspiring. But above all, in spite of any obstacles you face, your humble spirit, humor, compassion, and caring set you apart. All the best ❤

[@isaiahkatambo4683]

“That’s the content we’re looking for…”. “Exactly!” 😅💪

[@miamiole]

You are such a G. Thank you for showing your humanity. Praying for you.

[@jeffreykurley6141]

This is tough, but you are tougher. You have what it takes to recover from this and you will! 👍🏻 👏🏻!

[@annarabner]

Oh Miki 😢 wish you all the best 🍀 Breaks my heart to see you in this situation 💔thanks for sharing with us. get well soon GOAT ❤

[@flkimi12]

Speedy recovery ! You will come back stronger as always. You are the best ❤

[@gianlucajungen9215]

Mikalea your the greatest of all time not just for your racing also for your carakter we love you so much. Hopfully your gona score your 100 win soon

[@beansdupree270]

You two together makes nothing else matter. Heal, rest, dance.

[@ZATennisFan]

That lady is as tough and as strong as she is beautiful. What an inspiration

[@craigborrenpohl1233]

Petra is hilarious.

[@andreypankin5122]

It's damn nice to see Mikaela smiling! Get well soon! We love you very much! ❤

[@dhowe5180]

Sedated Mikaela is hilarious. Don’t rush your recovery

[@exclamationpointman3852]

Love her. May she be healed and be well.

[@billwhite27]

she is such a legend

[@QuinnOsgood-c9v]

🐐

[@Cjh3189]

Thanks for sharing that highly personal stuff. So glad you are doing well. Stab wounds are dangerous.

[@QuinnOsgood-c9v]

Thank you for being an inspiration for so many 💜, you are the goat.

[@showze21]

its a really good video. thanks for sharing all the background events before and after the killington race. love it. i see what led to the crash in the second run. A deep pothole formed in the course at a turn apex. Your downhill ski impacted the pothole, and rebounded high, which started the disaster sequence. You momentarily lost rhythm, grip, balance, and line, accelerating on a steep icy course. You fought to regain line, leaned in, and fell, slid into the gate, then the full crash developed. It is possible to see the ski pole stick you, as you do the first somersault in the crash sequence. thanks again for sharing this video, really enjoyed it, but not your injury of course

[@billd.5892]

It's your honesty and candor, plus your evident love for Aleks, that keeps drawing me back. Be patient altho I'm sure that's hard. Good times are ahead.

[@percyveer2355]

is that level of bruising typical when crashing through the gates, or is it related to the impalement. her skiing ability makes her one of the very greatest skiers of all time, the person she is, her attitude, compassion, humility, humour make her something wonderfully special. a true legend in the very best possible way and an amazing role model to all.

[@agtjamesb007]

You're an amazing individual. The emotions caught me off guard haha

[@joellanager4343]

Hang in there… will make the 100th WC win even more special when it comes.

[@lillygordon6305]

Hope you feel better and get back to doing what you love asap! I just tore my acl skiing this weekend. Grew up racing just got unlucky. I run track in college and will miss my whole junior season. So sad. Comforting knowing it happens to the best of us as well (you). I have no doubt you’ll be back stronger than ever.

[@angellosmalefakis1321]

Wow Mikaela that is one gash girl. YOU have to be strong and remain strong. Again YOU have that support system around YOU and that is going to get YOU back on the slopes. Wishing YOU the very best. Wow. What a gash. It makes one humble for sure that life is precious.

[@jljkorr1616]

Get stronger everyday and go for that 100th World Cup Mikaela! GOAT!

[@LuigiGandolfo-f7m]

Mikaela niente e nessuno ti può mai fermare tu sei la super regina dello sci,,,, un esempio e pilastro della vita e pilastro di tutto il mondo dello sport sei mitica ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@TordaiJenci-x7g]

Keep it up ❤

[@caiusKeys]

Thank you for keeping it real, and it doesn't get much more real than this--get well soon.

[@harrygrey1625]

Progress is never revealed in a never ending upward slope. Yes, there are always ups and downs along the way, but you are making progress. On so many fronts. The experience at Killington was electric, and concerning at the same time. The crowd was deafeningly loud and then deafeningly silent. We wish you the very best. You have a great team supporting you and a special partner as well. See you on the mtn, when you are ready.

[@brooklyngraham1151]

You’re in all our hearts, Mikaela. Heal as you need to do, and we will all be here when you get back on piste, routing for you. ❤

[@luigimassello4357]

You are so brave too share this with us and really shows how quickly things can change when you lose an edge in your sport. Your so inspirational for everyone such an amazing athlete who happens to ski exceptionally well Ladies GOAT for sure you will be back stronger than ever. What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger 👍💯🇺🇸

[@beatricebachl06]

Broke my Heart to See the accident 💔 and and it broke my heart to see and have seen you in this situation💔 Get well soon Mikaela 🍀 even if the new episode is hard and my heart breaks 💔 Nevertheless, I like that you take us with you on your way ❤️

[@tjones99]

Another fabulous Moving Right Along. Had a REALLY TINY stab type wound in my leg and absolutely could not believe how painful it was. Speedy recovery!

[@wasclywabbit]

I appreciate you sharing this story with us. I can't wait to see you back on the slopes whenever that might be.

[@Rico_M]

As a long time snowboarder and volunteer coach, it pains me to see an athlete getting hurt. I fracture three ribs one time while snowboarding, it was the inspiring words of an 84 year old man at the mountain taking a break and i stopped to check on him that keeps me going "I rather be up here than sitting at home"... you will recover and be better than ever. Wishing you a fast recovery.

[@johnparchman753]

"String Cheese at 3" is my new motto for 2025

[@derinteressiertesuchendenadler]

I hope you come back soon, even stronger and more dominant! Get well soon and keep up the good work! Greetings from Switzerland 🇨🇭👋🏼🍀🐞

[@jeffreylane7647]

It's good to see you on the mend. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Go in peace.

[@gwbaker]

Second comment! The GOAT continues to deliver the GOAT of fly-on-the-wall docs. THIS is always gold. Even when the subject is less than happy times...

[@QuinnOsgood-c9v]

🐐

[@AgimLubonja]

I was sure to meet Alen and Steve here, but I'm so happy your healing is going great. Don't bother yourself and give the necesssary time to be in good shape.

[@SkiScott]

Heal well - I can't wait to see you back on the slopes!! 🙏

[@marcusteblano6376]

Take the time you need and heal up soon. We're all behind you.

[@Racerman27410]

I had a piece of rebar/survey iron go though my side in about that same place. i was just a little kid running though the woods and tripped but i can still relate to how important those muscles are to every thing we do. Please remember that no matter how tough you think things are it could always be worse so don't fret, keep smiling and enjoy the ride!

[@kenhorton9066]

Prayers continue for your quick, complete recovery.

[@whispofwild]

Great video Mikaela. Wow...to actually see and hear the extent of the injury...ugh. Get well soon.

[@alancochrane1748]

Excellent young lady! All strength to you!

[@AMBJourney]

Speedy recovery Mikaela!... Wishing you all the best of health... As you are in good hands with your family, team & also of course Aleksander Kilde with him on your side and to keep your spirits up with laughs etc... So speedy recovery to you both, Mikaela & Aleksander!... ❤‍🩹 Looking forward to see you both back on the ski slopes, racing & competing ⛷ when the time comes around! Best of health & success for year 2025! xoxo

[@chloechapman9484]

The ‘thank you, that’s so nice of you to say’ really reminds me of Taylor Swifts famous ‘thank you, thank you for saying that’s 😂

[@lufo5]

I really want to see both of you back soon. And I know it will👍

[@carlj1924]

Maybe the media doesn't but I think 99 is a very cool number. Thank you for letting us follow along ❤ Must have been very scary not to be able to move.

[@barrymay3672]

It's a number that will probably never be beaten in my lifetime....mind you I am 80😂 Seriously, I have seen her several times in Europe and she's the greatest of all time ❤

[@ClaudiaGoetsch]

I can't even explain how heartbroken I am for you. Sending healing vibes. You're the Taylor Swift of the slopes. Your comeback will be epic. 💗 Thank you for keeping us fans in the loop of your recovery. We love you.

[@millindajohnson7276]

Omg the meme from Petra is so funny 😂 That’s so cute of her And the story about Bode in the airport 😭

[@davevalentine2606]

You will return stronger . .. Get well soon. We will miss you, but we also understand that you need to be ready when you return.

[@N0Lai]

Praying for your speedy recovery! Looking forward to your comeback journey!

[@L3athaface]

We're all rooting for you!!

[@Maddyizweird]

Lots of love coming your way🩷🩷

[@gup8175]

Hopefully you can make a full recovery soon. Thanks again for sharing. ☮️❤️

[@rogerwilson8023]

Really well done Documentary Thanks

[@ThalesAnaximander1]

I grew up in the Upper Valley of NH/VT (Hanover area) so it was 30 miles to the first lift, a gondola. I skied Killington for 30 years before I moved to the Lakes Region of NH and there is no place like it in the east. I miss it very much but Ive learned to live with numerous beaches nearby and a nice mid-sized ski area 8 miles away. Gunstock. Being 74, I can ski both Gunstock and Cannon free. And I still ski dangeroiusly fast 🙂 AND WE MISS YOU, TOO! We watch Eurosports Live!

[@OldNorse75]

Wow this was hard too watch . Sending love too you and Aleks from Norway 👏🫶🇳🇴🇺🇸

[@Happy_Biker]

*obrigado! 😂 That party was funny, anyway. So glad to hear you're coming along. ⛷️

[@Mike-wb9pb]

My name is Mike, I’m a stranger to you but friends with one of your teammates. Wishing you positive energy while you heal. I’m healing as well, to better days ahead.

[@PaulAngeloff]

Good luck for ‘25 !! ❤

[@tsyka1]

God bless you, Mika!

[@abpob6052]

Great content. As an athlete sometimes it's the unexpected things that send us reeling. You expect to tear a knee ligament or break a femur, not get stabbed by a ski pole in one of the worst places on your body for a skier. Sorry it happened but it does wake you up to reality and gives you a chance to evaluate your life choices and move forward more confidently.

[@andreasnordin9023]

Awesome video!

[@jonathansaadah7448]

Mikaela wishing you a healthy and strong return (Alek too!) from Montreal.

[@Clutch34]

Keep fighting GOAT

[@cryptidian3530]

We can't wait for your return to the slopes. But until then, take care of yourself and enjoy your time with Alex!

[@leonardbertaux6897]

So cute postop!

[@Mo-jv5oy]

Looks like those ski patrollers did a great job getting you down safely!

[@ringbimmer]

Love your vlogs 🙏

[@nadinetomaschoff2695]

We miss you on the snow! Get well, be patient and try to enjoy the break.

[@lance31415]

I watched the first run and saw such beautiful fluid skiing. I don't know what enabled you to do that, but when you get back on snow I hope you can find that magic again and just hold onto it - it was so inspiring.