Tumbl Talk:
… what are some of the most significant changes you’ve seen over the last 2-8 years?
The biggest change still to me is the scoring system. I believe there has been a decrease in artistry because of the emphasis on getting a higher start value and the only way to build a score is with more skills. …
… Do you see these changes being beneficial to the sport?
Right now, the code favors big gymnastics…to do that you need to be very strong so it is beneficial to those athletes that are. Like I said before, I think the code will keep being tweaked until there is more of an emphasis on both artistry and big skills. …
What are you finding enjoyable about your life AFTER competitive gymnastics?
That there is life outside gymnastics!! …and how so many lessons I have learned carry over. I love spending more time with my family. Love being married. I like that I am still very involved in gymnastics by judging and coaching. …
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What type of mom do you want to be?
I want to be a good mom, of course. My parents gave me the opportunity to try different sports and when I did fall in love with gymnastics they helped and encouraged me to be the best I could be. They were great role models …
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