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Us Weekly shares the inspirational stories of Olympic gymnasts Nastia Liukin, Shawn Johnson, Alicia Sacramone and Chellsie Memmel as well as Michael Phelps’ transformation from a bullied schoolkid to record-breaking swimmer.
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Of course celebrity mags like this are always looking for an extreme story line:
Liukin, 18, has won four medals at the games – including the silver following a controversial tie-break – but she’s had her moments of doubt.
Just a few months ago, Liukin considered quitting, her best friend and training partner Katie Matusik tells Us …
EXCLUSIVE: Pal: Olympian Nastia Liukin Wanted to “Give Up” Gymnastics – Us Magazine
