For me going down in history being the first black American to win the gold, I think more colored people are going to start coming to the gymnastics world and say 'okay, anything is possible. If Gabby did it, then I can do it too.'

I blast "Northern Sky," by the Capital Kings, on the way there, but at the gym, I totally zone out.

Hard days are the best because that's when champions are made.

Gymnastics does take great focus and concentration. What I do is look to my coach. He keeps me focused. And I meditate to get myself confident before the competition floor. That helps keep me focused, too.

I would love to be remembered as someone who inspired young girls never to give up on their dreams.

I had to face a lot coming through this journey, a lot of sacrifices, difficulties, challenges, and injuries.

To win Olympic gold it takes a lot of HARDWORK, a lot of PASSION, a lot of SACRIFICES.