Simone Biles isn’t your average athlete.
In fact, she’s far from average.
But there’s a lot more to this flexible prodigy than her gymnastic abilities.
And, considering her past accomplishments, she is sure to go far in the gymnastics world.
At the time of this writing, Biles lives with her grandparents, whom she considers her true parents.
“My parents are my parents and that’s it,” Biles toldUs Weekly.
Biles wrote on the importance of investing in the future of foster children.
Like nobody knew me or wanted to know me.
Like my talents didn’t count, and my voice didn’t matter."
“My first experience with gymnastics was when I was in daycare.
We took a field trip to a gym and I was hooked,” said Biles.
But it wasn’t an easy choice to make it came after she performed in the 2011 Visa Championships.
Unfortunately, Biles didn’t make the national team … by just one spot (viaSports Illustrated Kids).
“I missed, like, all my friends at school and stuff.
But I mean, in the end, it worked out …
I decided that I wanted to be better.
I didn’t just want to throw my skills, I wanted them to look good.”
According to aNew Yorkerarticle, the fact that Bilesisn’tincredibly strict with her diet has contributed to her success.
When speaking withCSN Philly, Biles had a message for those struggling with body image.
Seeking therapy
In 2013, Simone Biles finally earned a spot on the senior national team.
“Simone didn’t think she was good enough to compete with them.
I knew she was quite capable.
But she needed to believe it.”
Once Andrews listed off the number of accomplished athletes that he had worked with, Biles perked up.
According to theOlympic Games website, Biles won the all-around title by 2.100 points over fellow teammateAly Raisman.
At 21 years old, Simone Biles walked away from the 2018 U.S.
Gymnastics Championships having won all five gold medals, including the women’s all-around.
But so far, so good."
But with this fantastic feat under her belt, Biles is now preparing for her Olympic comeback.
Catch her on the flip side in 2020.
