By Aly Raisman (2017)
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York Times bestseller!
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.
Aly’s road to success was full of hard work,
perseverance, and victories, but not without its hardships. Aly faced many
obstacles, from naysayers who said she’d never make it in gymnastics to
classmates who shamed her for her athletic body to a devastating betrayal of
trust. Through it all, Aly surrounded herself with supportive family, friends,
and teammates and found the inner strength to remain positive and believe in
herself. Now, 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.”