{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Breaking Precedent","title":"Breaking Gravity: Olympic Gymnast, Nastia Liukin, on Defying Limits, Labels & Expectations","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3494,"description":"In the second episode of the brand-new season of Breaking Precedent, Leah Solivan sits down once again with Olympic legend Nastia Liukin — and the conversation hits deeper than ever. They revisit their first encounter and trace the arc of Nastia’s extraordinary career, from the early days in the gym to the unforgiving expectations that come with being one of the world’s top athletes.Nastia opens up about what the pursuit of perfection really cost her, the pressures and politics behind gymnastics judging, and the emotional toll of constantly performing at an elite level. She and Leah dive into the highs, the heartbreaks, and the hard-earned wisdom that came from both.Beyond the medals, Nastia reflects on rebuilding her identity after competition, the ventures and creative projects that now drive her, and her commitment to guiding and inspiring the next generation of athletes.Nastia Liukin is an Olympic gold medalist, entrepreneur, and broadcaster who became one of the most decorated gymnasts in the world at just 18 years old. After retiring from competition, she transitioned her passion into building a brand, founding the annual Nastia Liukin Cup, and inspiring the next generation of athletes through mentorship and community. Today, she’s a sought-after speaker and role model, sharing lessons on resilience, identity, and redefining success beyond the podium.Learn more about Nastia Liukin at NastiaLiukin.com and on Instagram @NastiaLiukin.Resources:Marie Claire Power Trip (San Francisco event)USA GymnasticsShow Notes: 00:00 Introduction to Breaking Precedent00:05 Reminiscing Old Memories00:52 Icebreaker: Sacrifices and Reclaiming Life01:49 Balancing Career and Personal Life02:58 The Journey of Self-Discovery07:38 The Foundation of a Gymnastics Legacy10:40 Immigrant Beginnings and Family Sacrifices16:57 Overcoming Physical Challenges in Gymnastics19:43 Mental Strength and Focus25:53 Defining Success Beyond Gymnastics29:00 Breaking Age Narratives in Gymnastics34:30...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/ZnB7esk3hxfFIoNnysnaXcdcNStXN6Vgj5GFpWxsycY/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9hZTZl/N2FhYTdlYjFlYjNj/MjZjZjU3MGMxYWM0/YWVlZC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}