Something my mom taught me when I was little is that everything happens for a reason. Retiring was scary and it was tough to give up gymnastics, but so many great opportunities have come from it that I never expected. And those wouldn't have happened had I not accepted my injury as a way to try something new.

My other life keeps me calm and grounded and normal.

Something my mom taught me when I was little is that everything happens for a reason.

I was always trying to be leaner and thinner to fit the standard and the mold.

I was under pressure because of what people were saying about my physique.

A comeback in gymnastics is almost impossible in itself.

Gymnastics taught me everything - life lessons, responsibility and discipline and respect.