Rhythmic Diaries: Learning to Just Have Fun
My routine wasn't even close to perfect, but what matters is I tried my best and enjoyed myself. No regrets.
My routine wasn't even close to perfect, but what matters is I tried my best and enjoyed myself. No regrets.
Elaine Dai | Posted 05.25.2012
It's three days before Regionals. With one training left and a handful of papers and tests to tackle before then, I nearly live and breathe one word: panic.
Elaine Dai | Posted 04.17.2012
On the first day of school I remember being asked to share something unique to me, and I immediately blurted out "rhythmic gymnastics."
Amanda Dai | Posted 04.15.2012
My practice is messy and unfocused, as I have not completely shaken off the memories of my last toss. However, as time progresses, I start to feel less crushed and more determined to do my best.
Elaine Dai | Posted 05.16.2012
Rhythmic gymnast Julie Zetlin has overcome numerous setbacks, such as a second knee surgery last May, and has shown me stark determination and passion in their purist forms.
Elaine Dai | Posted 04.23.2012
I instantly snap into performance mode, salute the judges, and assume my pose. Everything goes flawlessly for a few moments, and then my ball routine transforms into a game of cat-and-mouse.
Amanda Dai | Posted 04.02.2012
Human perfectibility is the belief that people are capable of infinite improvement. Rhythmic gymnastics has made me believe in it.
Posted 05.25.2011
The annual rhythmic gymnastics championship arrived in Russia, and the host country is performing quite well. Girls from around the world are showcasi...
Huffington Post | Posted 05.25.2011
There are a lot of really flexible girls at the rhythmic gymnastic world championships in Mie, Japan. Who's the best contortionist? You decide. PH...
Huffington Post | Posted 05.25.2011
On Tuesday morning's "Today" show, Matt Lauer and Al Roker performed an inspired rhythmic gymnastics routine that easily qualifies as must-see TV. Af...
Amanda Dai | Posted 05.29.2012