I’m focused now, definitely. I absolutely need to show everyone that I’m powerful and strong and can be graceful and artistic, too. Aly Raisman Read Quote
When I first turned elite in gymnastics, when I was 14, that’s when I really became more inspired than ever. I just always kept that in the back of my mind, and always thought about making the 2012 team. Aly Raisman Read Quote
I was so happy to go to prom so I could have a mental break because I’ve been working so hard. It felt so good to feel normal for once, and then the next day, I was in the gym again. Aly Raisman Read Quote
You have to remember that the hard days are what make you stronger. The bad days make you realize what a good day is. If you never had any bad days, you would never have that sense of accomplishment! Aly Raisman Read Quote
I was two years old when my mom put me in mommy and me classes. I always had a lot of energy so it was the perfect fit! Aly Raisman Read Quote
Especially in the car ride to and from gym. I find myself spacing out a lot, just visualizing what the Olympics would be like and just having such great role models. Aly Raisman Read Quote
If I had tried the Olympics any younger, I wouldn’t have been as prepared as I am right now. But there are definitely a ton of juniors out there, all around the world and in the USA, that if there was no age limit, they could definitely make the Olympic team. Aly Raisman Read Quote
I’ve never been cocky. Even right now I don’t like to talk about the Olympics. Aly Raisman Read Quote
When I’m older, I want to have my own workout clothes line, like leggings and cute jackets in bright and fun colors. Aly Raisman Read Quote