Namita Nayyar:
As an elite athlete competing in a high-intensity sport, what does your daily nutrition look like? Do you follow a specific diet (e.g., high-protein, plant-based) to maintain energy levels?
Megan Oldham:
Honestly, I wouldn’t say I have any crazy diet restrictions or nutrition plan. Skiing isn’t as much of an endurance sport and doesn’t relay as heavy on specific diets. For me the main thing is getting enough protein intake and carbs to fuel my energy demands. Besides that, water is a big must!
Namita Nayyar:
On the day of a Big Air final, do you have a go-to meal or snack that helps you stay locked in?
Megan Oldham:
No go-to meal, however I always like to have a decent portion of breakfast. Eggs or pancakes, something the fuels me for the day. I find if I don’t eat in the morning it sometimes makes me feel sick and more nervous for my event.
Namita Nayyar:
After a grueling day of competition or training, what is your priority for recovery in terms of food and hydration?
Megan Oldham:
Protein…. lots of protein. We burn so many calories during training and competition that fuelling my body is so important afterwards. I always try to prioritize getting enough protein and carbs to maintain my muscle needs. I typically reach for some sort of chicken, beef bowl mix with rice and potatoes. I also try to drink lots of water throughout training to stay hydrated.
Namita Nayyar:
Spending hours in a helmet, sweating in the sun, and dealing with cold, dry mountain air can be brutal on hair. What is your hair care routine to keep it healthy despite the daily wear and tear?
Megan Oldham:
I love a good hair mask from time to time. I typically use the Kerastase “The Kure” deep conditioning mask which I find helps revive my dry hair from the cold temps. I also love raw bantana oil. That is the Holy Grail for brining my hair back to life.
Namita Nayyar:
As a skier, you are exposed to intense UV rays (especially at high altitudes) and harsh winter wind. Can you walk us through your skincare routine? What are your essential products for staying protected and hydrated on the mountain?
Megan Oldham:
Sunscreen is key! We get a lot of high-altitude exposure where the UV radiation is much stronger so sunscreen is so important. I personally really love the Paula’s Choice Youth Extending Hydrating Fluid. Its lightweight, fugal acne safe, and good with my sensitive skin. I always put on a good moisturizer as well, since the dry conditions really take a toll on my skin. Purrito Oat in Calming Gel is my favourite. It’s super lightweight and not oily.
Namita Nayyar:
Do you have any pre-competition beauty or skincare rituals that help you feel confident and focused before dropping in?
Megan Oldham:
My teammates tease me because I always love to shower and wash my hair on competition day even though I’m about to sweat the entire day. Something about feeling fresh and extra clean before going out to compete gives me that extra confidence.
Namita Nayyar:
You’ve achieved everything there is to achieve in the sport—Olympic gold, X Games gold, World Cup titles. What is the next mountain you want to climb? Are there specific tricks you still want to land or new ways you want to push the sport?
Megan Oldham:
My next mountain is simply continuing to progress the sport. I want to be at the top level pushing boundaries of tricks we didn’t think were possible. I want to continue to prove women’s powerful presence within sport. Trick wise, I would love to learn a switch double 16 and an Olympic Silver medal would complete my set so that is something I’ll certainly be working towards.
Namita Nayyar:
You’ve become a role model for young skiers, especially those from small towns in Canada. What is the one piece of advice you would give to a young girl in Parry Sound who dreams of going to the Olympics?
Megan Oldham:
I would tell all the young aspiring skiers that success comes from pure passion and love for something. I am riding my best when I’m so obsessed and in love with skiing. You always hear people say, “love what you do, and you will never work a day in your life”.
This is so true. When I’m having fun and enjoying being in the present moment is when I learn my new tricks and preforms my best. I would remind people to not take everything so seriously or put immense pressure to progress/preform. Be in moment, have fun with your friends, and your love with naturally turn into progress.
Namita Nayyar:
As you look toward the future, do you see yourself staying in skiing (coaching, commentary, or course design) or are there other passions—perhaps in fashion, wellness, or education—that you are excited to explore?
Megan Oldham:
Skiing will always be a massive part of my life! I don’t know in what role yet, but I at least want to stay connected within the community after I am done competing and contribute in a way that continues to grow the sport. I am not putting any pressure on what that will look like, but excited to see what path will come to life.
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