My approach to gymnastics in Beijing was heavily based on the amount of difficulty I could do.
Shawn JohnsonI feel like when there's so much conversation about women's athletics right now, we need to focus on their performance and their skill.
Shawn JohnsonTo have any doubt in your body is the biggest weakness an athlete can have. There are times when I physically can't get myself to go for a skill because I'm thinking, 'My knee hurts really bad.'
Shawn JohnsonHot yoga is the best. When you're in [class], there are no cell phones, no talking, no distractions. You're taking a leave from reality for an hour or so.
Shawn Johnson