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How Competing for Myself Changed Everything

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 Discover Aly Raisman's inspiring story of dedication, perseverance, and learning to think positive even in the toughest times on her path to gold medal success in two Olympic Games--and beyond.

Aly Raisman first stepped onto a gymnastics mat as a toddler in a "mommy & me" gymnastics class. No one could have predicted then that sixteen years later, she'd be standing on an Olympic podium, having achieved her dreams.

Aly's road to success was full of hard work, perseverance, and victories, but not without its hardships. Aly faced many obstacles, from naysayers who said she'd never make it in gymnastics to classmates who shamed her for her athletic body to a devastating betrayal of trust. Through it all, Aly surrounded herself with supportive family, friends, and teammates and found the inner strength to remain positive and believe in herself. Now, in her own words, Aly shows what it takes to be a champion on and off the floor, and takes readers on a behind-the-scenes journey before, during, and after her remarkable achievements in two Olympic Games--through her highest highs, lowest lows, and all the moments in between.

Honest and heartfelt, frank and funny, Aly's story is enhanced with never-before-published photos, excerpts from the personal journals she's kept since childhood that chronicle memorable moments with her teammates, and hard-won advice for readers striving to rise above challenges, learn to love themselves, and make their own dreams come true.
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As a former competitive gymnast i really felt like i could relive the moments with Aly. I struggled with nerves and always wondered how elite gymnasts didnt... now i see the reality. This story is inspiring, emotional and very compelling. Better still you can search on you tube to actually 'see' the things she talks about and that increases your understanding of just who the great Aly Raisman is.

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I didn’t know what to expect when I first downloaded this audiobook, but I ended up loving it. It became a pleasure to listen to the author paint her journey to becoming one of the most decorated Olympic gymnasts of all time and an amazing advocate for body positivity. Aly writes in a way that is so genuine and accessible and yet commands an amazing grasp of self-love through introspection. It was beautifully written and incredibly heartfelt! Best audiobook I’ve listened to this year!

This audiobook started me back into running for the first time in ten years!

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LOVE IT
so well written and so easy to understand and follow.
best book ever.

best book ever

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