Take the Little Wins with Aly Raisman
Feb 04, 2026•52 min
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Summary
Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman shares her unique journey from dreaming of the Olympics at eight, through the intense training and systemic issues like lack of nutrition and body shaming. She discusses her post-retirement healing process, including exposure therapy, and how she's finding joy and self-compassion. The episode also features Michelle Obama's Olympic memories and collective advice on redefining happiness and embracing personal power amidst life's challenges.Episode description
Two-time Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman joins IMO today to reflect on her incredible career as a gymnast and life after the sport. Aly shares the moment she knew she wanted to go to the Olympics, how her parents navigated her intense childhood training regimen, and how she is adjusting to life after the sport that profoundly changed her life. Plus, Michelle reveals the sport she always dreamed of joining.
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