Essay Gymnastics

Now I believe that this is an extremely important motto due to the fact that you can use this in every aspect of your life as I stated above. If your mind and body are prepared for any obstacle that is thrown your way there is nothing that can stop you. This hits me strongly because I believe that when you set your mind to a goal in order to better yourself you need to set them out of reach so you continue to grow stronger as an individual.

Imagine walking on a four-inch piece of wood that is four feet off the ground, or flying through the air performing skills people only dream of doing. Gymnastics is a sport that taught me many things including, how to preserve through difficult situations and how to overcome my fears. I did gymnastics for ten years before I decided that the sport was too stressful and time consuming.

This quote will continue to inspire me in life, no matter where I end up. Due to my career choice, it is vital that I understand who I am and to never let anyone sway that. If I were to allow people the opportunity to impact and change who I am, I would not be able to accomplish any of my dreams. Although, I have chosen this quote, I will not forget any of the others that helped build me into who I am to become.

“When something is important enough, you do it even if the odds are not in your favor.”

“There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.”

“Failure doesn’t mean you will never achieve, it just means it takes a little longer.”

Practice makes perfect. It is one of the most famous and true quotes. In the Duracell advertisement for Derrick Coleman, a deaf football player. It is said that Coleman had worked hard and practiced on his playing. Each practice he found ways to improve, and now he is in the Seahawks team with many fans. In the article, “What It Takes to Be Great” by Geoff Colvin, he states that Winston Churchill, one of the 20th century’s greatest orators,

The Quotes I have chosen that speaks out to me the most is by Ronnie Lott and Jerry Rice. “If you can believe it the mind can achieve it” ~ Ronnie Lott. “Today I will do what others won't,so tomorrow I can accomplish what others can't”~ Jerry Rice. The Reason I picked these two quotes was because both quotes inspire me to do good put in hard work and not to give up till the job is done. The way it applies to me is it helps to show me that if you want something you need to go and get it done yourself with hard work, determination,Grit, and Perseverance. The quote by Ronnie Lott meaning of it to me is anything you want to happen it can happen the right mindset you can accomplish anything you set your mind to whether it be to win a state championship

When a defining moment comes along, you define the moment, or the moment defines you. -Kevin C. This quote from Winning Balance by Shawn Jonson has had a great impact on my life along with Shawn Jonson, an Olympic silver medalist in gymnastics. The book is about a teenage gymnast who went to the Olympics and some of her struggles along the way.

"When you're out there partying, horsing around, someone out there at the same time is working hard. Someone is getting smarter and someone is winning" by Evan killham. I enjoy this quote because it teaches me how to use my time wisely, and to work hard in everything I do.

The quote "You have to learn the rules of the game. And then you have to play better than anyone else” by Albert Einstein is a statement that is prevalent in all components of my life. From AP classes to my participation in the school orchestra, I’ve always had to work diligently and tirelessly to get ahead of everyone else. The quote means that to succeed one needs to learn everything that they can on the subject and work with dedication and devotion.

Never give up, and be confident in what you do. There may be tough times, but difficulties which you face will make you more determined to achieve your objectives and to win against all the odds. (Marta)

“When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too.”

"One 's only rival is one 's own potentialities. One 's only failure is failing to live up to one 's own possibilities. In this sense every man can be a king and must therefore be treated like a king".4

No one can get success without having the trust of people on his capabilities because without that he won’t be able to gain enough confidence to take desired actions without the fear of being rejected. Lastly, he must take some steps in order to prove him a leader and also to make him realize his very own potential (Jim Murray).