Podcast Episode 31: Mary Lou Retton
Bringing Olympic-sized enthusiasm to this episode is the first U.S. woman to win a gold medal in gymnastics at the Olympics —Mary Lou Retton! We may have been fangirling a bit, but who can blame us when you meet someone who is equal parts fierce and inspiring? And is there a better way for us to kick off our birthday week (we’re nine!) than by talking to someone as amazing and inspiring as her?! NOPE!
These days Mary Lou is a busy mom to four sporty daughters who are pursuing gymnastics and competitive cheerleading. She talked with us about how she keeps her energy going with a busy family life, plus her own personal goals on self-improvement. (And, spoiler: a person with five medals in a super competitive sport can still feel insecure!)
Our favorite quotes from Mary Lou in this ep are …
Podcast Episode 31 Highlights With Mary Lou Retton
- How even Mary Lou Retton has her off days (really!)
- Her inspiration for getting into the sport of gymnastics
- Her work with Nature’s Bounty to help people achieve their healthiest lives
- The fact that when she first appeared on the scene, her muscular body was described as “fat” by some of the press
- Her tips for raising strong and confident daughters
- Where she kept her Olympic medals for years (it’s a doozy!)
Also in this episode, we each talk about earliest Mary Lou memories and what she’s meant to us — because, guys, it’s Mary Lou Retton!
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Do you remember the summer of 1984? What do you think when you hear the name Mary Lou Retton? Tell us about it in the comments! —Margo