I really wanted to play hockey. My mom thought figure skates looked easier to use, so she put me in the learn-to-skate program. — Nathan Chen Copy Share Image
Skating is a sport that I found a lot of interest in from a very, very young age. Ultimately, I think that being on… — Nathan Chen Copy Share Image
From a logistical standpoint, I learned about when to peak, when to push, when to recover throughout the season. — Nathan Chen Copy Share Image
Triples are hard. Triple axel is just not my jump. Quads are really my thing. — Nathan Chen Copy Share Image
I like the challenge and instant gratification of landing a new jump or learning a new element. That made me fall in love with… — Nathan Chen Copy Share Image
Netflix isn't available internationally all the time, but the NBA is. It's nice to have something that feels like home. — Nathan Chen Copy Share Image
To have all of these jumps in my arsenal is very beneficial. I can always alter my program so I can either play it… — Nathan Chen Copy Share Image
I think that ballet and skating definitely go hand in hand, especially growing up at Ballet West, which is an incredible academy. — Nathan Chen Copy Share Image
I have a very close family. I have four older siblings: two brothers and two sisters. — Nathan Chen Copy Share Image
An artistic standpoint - I've watched a lot of ballet and source some inspiration from how they move, connect with each other, and find… — Nathan Chen Copy Share Image
Half of learning a new element is just getting over the fear of doing it. Once you mentally prepare yourself enough to do the… — Nathan Chen Copy Share Image
