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Go into the sport because you have fun doing it, not because of 'what ifs' and dreams of gold medals. That way, no matter what happens, you win.

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Shannon Miller
Age: 47
Born: 1977
Born: March 10
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Gymnastics is the type of sport where you can't take something that gives you more energy. Something may be great for the vault, but then you have the bars after it and you have to be more sedate for that.
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If you want to take it up a step and aim to become a competitive gymnast, you have to be mentally strong and prepared to take on the workload of going to the gym every day, rain or shine.
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I share Len Saunders’ concerns about childhood obesity and getting kids to be active beginning at an early age.
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There are no limits on your dreams if you're willing to work for it.
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Everyone has obstacles, and you're not going to have the right answer or do the right thing every single time.
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I'm a competitor. I really enjoyed the race more than just going out and running to run.
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Gymnastics is a lot like life. You don't become an Elite gymnast by bickering and having a negative attitude. You have to be positive to get to that level.
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So if you think being thin is enough to succeed in gymnastics, you're wrong.
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If you can't handle all the injuries and scars, choose a less demanding sport.
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There's not a whole lot of events out there on television, especially in the years between Olympic Games.
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I was always athletic and I could do a lot of things
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I'm an athlete rep, so I'll be available if they need me for anything
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I can now successfully drive a stick. That's a huge accomplishment.
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I will be talking with gymnasts from some of the other countries. I will be getting a feel for what they're thinking and what they're doing. It should be a really great meet
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I don't believe that there's anyone in the world without a competitive bone in their body.
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At an Olympics Game, you want to enjoy it, especially if you know it's going to be your last one.
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Doing your best is more important than being the best.
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