Nastia Liukin quotes

Nastia Liukin is an American artistic gymnast and Olympic gold medalist. Her elegant performances and technical skills earned her worldwide acclaim, especially at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. She continues to inspire new generations of gymnasts through her achievements and contributions to the sport. Here are 11 of her quotes:

I don't want to repeat my mistakes.

Nastia Liukin

I've missed being able to flip in the air, flip on the beam and swing on the bars.

Nastia Liukin

The first time I walked into the Olympic athlete village seeing the Visa ATM machine with my picture on it and the Chinese characters saying "Destiny." For some reason, it just boosted my confidence and it was before I had even worked out or had my first training or competed.

Nastia Liukin

Gymnastics, especially in my family, is more than a sport. It's our life, it's our careers, it's our family business.

Nastia Liukin

Like at home, I don't wear heels. But everywhere else I go, I wear heels.

Nastia Liukin

I knew that life isn't always just about the Olympic gold medals and the sponsors.

Nastia Liukin

I also want to get out there in the world and do some acting and fashion and modeling.

Nastia Liukin

You ask any person in the U.S. and they know who Mary Lou Retton is.

Nastia Liukin

I'm showing the younger generation your career doesn't have to be over when you're 16-years-old.

Nastia Liukin