It's important for moms, but also dads, to recognize that they're role models when it comes to their kids' physical health, when it comes to working out, and when it comes to nutrition. — Dominique Dawes Copy Share Image
I think it's good for parents to be supportive, to motivate, and to somewhat nudge their kids because the majority of kids will want to quit something when it gets hard - that's just their nature. Children will normally take… — Dominique Dawes Copy Share Image
Don't set your goals to be a star. Set your goals to be the best that you can be and go from there. — Dominique Dawes Copy Share Image
Eleven years old is not an early age to set your sight on the Olympics for a gymnast, because we normally peak in high… — Dominique Dawes Copy Share Image
It's important for moms, but also dads, to recognize that they're role models when it comes to their kids' physical health, when it comes… — Dominique Dawes Copy Share Image
I struggled with self-esteem issues as a young girl, and it was not until my gymnastics career was completed in 2000 that I realized… — Dominique Dawes Copy Share Image
I realized I love motivating and I love empowering and I love inspiring people. I did that as an athlete for 18 years, and… — Dominique Dawes Copy Share Image
A lot of people don't know the USOC is not government funded and they are always looking for support from sponsors. — Dominique Dawes Copy Share Image
I think it's actually harder to watch the meet from the media section. You have no control there. — Dominique Dawes Copy Share Image
I did do Broadway for a little less than a year and realized quickly I don't have a passion for it and, more importantly,… — Dominique Dawes Copy Share Image
There will be mistakes and there will be falters. There will be things that are not a part of your plan. See the challenges… — Dominique Dawes Copy Share Image
I thoroughly enjoy the work I do in helping motivate and empower young girls to celebrate and love their natural selves. — Dominique Dawes Copy Share Image
I think in any industry, it is competitive. There are a certain number of slots out there and opportunities out there. So you need… — Dominique Dawes Copy Share Image
The majority of people who get in the sport of gymnastics do not go to the Olympics or get a Division 1 scholarship, but… — Dominique Dawes Copy Share Image
