Let’s talk about the simple yet epic achievement of making it to the Olympics – all the hours and years and effort that go into a lifetime of dedication to reach such a vaunted place in athletic competition – and then add on top of that all the eyes of the world and the crushing pressure of being expected to perform and exhibit the best that you can do in a strictly prescribed set of hours. I can’t imagine having to simply walk into an arena with that sort of scenario in the works – much less having to put on the athletic performance of a lifetime (or doing anything physical at all for that matter). So when I see someone do anything on that international stage, it’s always impressive, and they deserve all the accolades. This is American gymnast Jordan Chiles, and she exemplifies the power and perseverance required to reach this level of competition.
