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Fierce: How Competing for Myself Changed Everything | Aly Raisman
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Discover Aly Raisman's inspiring story of dedication, perseverance, and learning to think positive even in the toughest times on her path to gold medal success in two Olympic Games--and beyond. Aly Raisman first stepped onto a gymnastics mat as a toddler in a "mommy & me" gymnastics class. No one could have predicted then that sixteen years later, she'd be standing on an Olympic podium, having achieved her dreams. But it wasn't an easy road to success. Aly faced obstacle after obstacle, including naysayers who claimed that she didn't have the talent to compete at an elite level and classmates who shamed Aly for her athletic body. Through it all, Aly surrounded herself with supportive family, friends, and teammates and found the inner strength to believe in herself and prove her doubters wrong. In her own words, Aly shows what it takes to be a champion on and off the floor, and takes readers on a behind-the-scenes journey before, during, and after her remarkable achievements in two Olympic Games--through her highest highs, lowest lows, and all the moments in between. Honest and heartfelt, frank and funny, Aly's story is enhanced with never-before-published photos, excerpts from the personal journals she's kept since childhood that chronicle memorable moments with her teammates, and hard-won advice for readers striving to rise above challenges, learn to love themselves, and make their own dreams come true.
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Sharpeipup
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I‘m celebrating with this book by Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman. 🤸‍♀️

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JenReadsAlot
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Mehso-so

I love gymnastics and Aly, but thought the book was kind of juvenile at times. Another #bookspinbingo read for April @TheAromaofBooks #audio

TheAromaofBooks Great progress!! 3y
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brookesiem
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Not exactly a literary masterpiece, but my love for gymnastics runs deep. There‘s also something so satisfying about reading a whole book in two hours. The view ain‘t bad either.

What are some of your favorite super quick, light reads?

WritethebookAnniemae Short stories in a small book. 6y
brookesiem @WritethebookAnniemae added to@my stack! 6y
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kstadt929
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Oh my gosh you guys! THIS BOOK!! I absolutely loved it. I could not put it down!! I truly enjoyed reading about the struggles and triumphs of training and hearing about Aly‘s experiences. She is such a strong person who poured her whole heart and soul into achieving her Olympic goal. It was so beautifully written I feel like Aly was sitting with me telling her story. Pick up this book right now!!

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kstadt929
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I am loving this book SO MUCH

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kstadt929
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As if I don‘t have enough books started at one time...I need to begin this one since it is due at the library soon! Can‘t wait to dive in!

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Kerrbearlib
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Chai & a book before work. Aly Raisman is so brave & so inspirational.

Reviewsbylola Your chai looks yummy! 6y
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ChrysFey
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This book was really good. 🏅So well written that it felt as though Aly was sitting across from me telling me all about her life. I‘ve always wanted to know more about what it took these amazing athletes to get to the Olympics. She‘s wise and yet funny. I even appreciated her description about her diet. And I loved reliving the moments I remembered seeing while watching the Olympics. I give her 5 gold medals for this book! 🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇

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ChrysFey
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This is what I‘m starting tonight!

#olympics #2018olympics #litsy #reading