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After 14 years of chronic pain from a devastating car accident, a former gymnast rebuilt her strength and returned to competing—now she's flipping at 46. Her journey from pain to podium shows it's never too late to reclaim your dreams.
Thirty years after winning Olympic gold, Dominique Dawes is transforming gymnastics culture through her academies. The first Black American woman to win an individual Olympic medal in gymnastics now champions health, joy, and inclusion over harsh competition.
Louisville will host the 2028 U.S. Olympic gymnastics trials, where America's best gymnasts will compete for their chance to shine at the LA Games. The 15-day event is expected to bring over 200,000 visitors to Kentucky's largest city.
Two gymnasts claimed all-around championships at India's National Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Bhubaneswar. Tapan Mohanty took senior gold while Harschit Damodaran won the junior title.
Amanda Yap became the first Singaporean gymnast to reach a world championship final, competing against the world's best at just 15 years old. Her breakthrough performance marks a milestone for her country's gymnastics program.
Thirty years after winning Olympic gold, Dominique Dawes is reshaping gymnastics culture through her academy network, prioritizing joy and mental health over punishing perfection. The first Black American woman to win an individual Olympic gymnastics medal now coaches with compassion, not fear.
Dominique Dawes, a three-time Olympian and member of the iconic "Magnificent Seven," is opening two gymnastics academies in Houston this spring and summer. Her mission is to create a compassionate, healthy environment that reverses the toxic culture gymnastics has been known for.
University of Florida gymnast Selena Harris-Miranda nailed a perfect 10 on beam to cap off one of the most spectacular performances in college gymnastics history. The Gators just shattered their own program records three times in three weeks.
Ukrainian gymnast Nazar Chepurnyi claimed overall victory in this season's Artistic Gymnastics World Cup vault competition after winning gold at two earlier stages. His triumph shows how dedication and consistent excellence pay off on the world stage.
Australian gymnast Georgia Godwin burst into tears after leading her team to Commonwealth Games gold in Glasgow, just 2.5 years after tearing her Achilles tendon. The emotional victory marked her return to elite competition and made her Australia's most decorated female gymnast. #
Dominique Dawes, member of the iconic 1996 "Magnificent Seven" Olympic team, just opened her eighth gymnastics academy in Alpharetta, bringing three decades of gold medal wisdom to metro Atlanta. This isn't just another gym—it's part of her mission to rebuild gymnastics from the ground up with kindness at its core.
Students in a local adult education program are celebrating a hard-earned graduation, proving it's never too late to pursue your dreams. Their achievement highlights the growing success of programs helping adults complete their education.
After a devastating shoulder injury forced her out of the Paris Olympics vault final, Korea's first female Olympic gymnastics medalist is making her comeback at the 2026 Asian Games. Yeo Seo-jeong won the national team selection and is aiming for gold after an eight-year absence from the competition.
A high school senior convinced her younger sister to return to gymnastics after a year off, creating one special season together. Their sibling rivalry is pushing both athletes to new heights in North Dakota.
Dominique Dawes, the first Black woman to win individual Olympic gold in gymnastics, is bringing her athlete-centered gym chain to Texas. Her Houston-area locations prioritize mental health alongside physical training, challenging the sport's traditional culture.
Two gymnastics teams defended their state titles in South Dakota, showing dedication and skill on the mat. Harrisburg dominated Class AA while Estelline-Hendricks claimed Class A glory in front of home crowds.
Thirty years after becoming the first Black woman to win individual Olympic gold in gymnastics, Dominique Dawes is transforming the sport she once found toxic. Her growing academy network prioritizes safety and joy over medals.
When world champion rhythmic gymnast Svetlana Putintseva returned to perform in 2011, her two-year-old daughter Masha joined her on the floor in an unforgettable display of motherhood and artistry. The touching moment has inspired millions as a perfect metaphor for parenting.
Three-time Olympic medalist Jade Carey announced she's returning to elite gymnastics at 25, proving age is just a number in the sport. The hometown champion aims to compete at the U.S. Championships in Phoenix this August.
Olympic silver medalist Giorgia Villa announced her retirement from gymnastics after an emotional journey that saw her overcome a devastating injury to finally achieve her Olympic dream. The 23-year-old Italian helped her team make history at Paris 2024, nearly three years after missing Tokyo 2020.
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