I think that to be a competitive athlete, you have to be goal-oriented.

There's not a whole lot of events out there on television, especially in the years between Olympic Games.

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.

Above all, you have to love what you are doing. You cannot fake passion. If you love it you can fight through the rough times and enjoy the good times.

You have to remember that no matter how big your goals or how many you have, there are going to be times when you miss by a little bit. You have to be realistic and flexible. One reason I have so many smaller goals is that even if my big goals don't happen, I've still achieved so much along the way, I don't feel the loss.

I think it's really important to look at the big picture instead of just one competition

There are no limits on your dreams if you're willing to work for it.