When asked about what success in gymnastics looks like, undoubtedly, most gymnastics lovers would mention Aly Raisman. As USA Today’s Women of the Year, Aly is the third most decorated gymnast in American history, featuring six Olympic wins under her name. Even though she has had an illustrious career, it was not an easy task to achieve such feats.

Just like other athletes, she too faced a series of obstacles along her way to success. But, unlike others, she faced harsh comments from fellow competitors that left a deep mark on her as she progressed.

Aly Raisman vs. Fellow Athletes

In a recent interview, Aly Raisman and John Roethlisberger sat with the team of Gymnastics Now to share their insights before the 2024 NCAA Gymnastics Nationals. Soon after the interview, Gymnastics Now took it to their official Twitter account and penned, “On a media call with @Aly_Raisman and @jrflipfest ahead of women’s #NCAAgym nationals, and Raisman gave some great personal perspective on gymnasts continuing longer in the sport and doing both NCAA and elite.”

She expressed “I was called the grandma for being 22 years old“, and  mentioned that she loves to see how, now, it’s becoming more normal for gymnasts to come back, whether they’re in their freshman year or done with their collegiate career. She added that she loves it and is excited to watch them.

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