Simone Biles and the Olympics

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Simone Biles and the Olympics Jul 29, 2021 13:33:11 GMT -5 formerlyme, Drifter, and 2 more like this

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Post by helen on Jul 29, 2021 13:33:11 GMT -5

news.yahoo.com/simone-biles-controversy-proof-culture-201900616.html

How could anyone call Simone Biles (or any athlete) a quitter for acting in self defense when called upon to perform extreme sports that could cause bodily damage if not done to perfection. IMO she was incredibly brave. She had no need to prove her excellence again. She has already proven it many times over. .

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nkat Honored Member Posts: 3,183	Simone Biles and the Olympics Jul 29, 2021 13:38:15 GMT -5 formerlyme and ruby like this Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by nkat on Jul 29, 2021 13:38:15 GMT -5 She made the correct decision for herself. If she was feeling this way before she went to the Olympics, I feel she should of stayed home and let someone else have their chance. Nkat

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Simone Biles and the Olympics Jul 31, 2021 20:46:13 GMT -5 formerlyme, birdgal, and 1 more like this

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Post by The Inspector on Jul 31, 2021 20:46:13 GMT -5

WE NEED TO LEAVE HER BE, it would be extremely dangerous for her to try and do what she does in the state she is in. She did not feel as bad as she does now until, she started, trying to do what she does, in Japan, sh*t happens, just hope she can get home in one piece. There is being tuff and then there is being stupid. Gladly, she knows which is which!

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Simone Biles and the Olympics Aug 1, 2021 9:47:39 GMT -5 formerlyme and birdgal like this

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Post by helen on Aug 1, 2021 9:47:39 GMT -5

Many sports done to the extreme can be dangerous but none more so than gymnastics. Many of their moves - with slightest imperfection - can be deadly or do great bodily harm yet the public continues to demand more beautiful but bizarre performances. JMHO

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Simone Biles and the Olympics Aug 1, 2021 15:28:57 GMT -5 The Inspector, birdgal, and 2 more like this

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Post by formerlyme on Aug 1, 2021 15:28:57 GMT -5

Ms. Biles was wise and courageous to put her health issues first, and not allow them to put her in serious danger. She doesn't deserve any negativity for doing the right thing.

nkat Honored Member Posts: 3,183	Simone Biles and the Olympics Aug 4, 2021 13:47:59 GMT -5 birdgal and ruby like this Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by nkat on Aug 4, 2021 13:47:59 GMT -5 She did get a metal on the balance beam, bronze. This helped her state of well being. Nkat

formerlyme I finally achieved internet greatness! Posts: 17,202	Simone Biles and the Olympics Aug 4, 2021 17:04:01 GMT -5 birdgal likes this Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by formerlyme on Aug 4, 2021 17:04:01 GMT -5 Good Job, Ms. Biles!

Post by helen on Jul 29, 2021 13:33:11 GMT -5

Post by nkat on Jul 29, 2021 13:38:15 GMT -5

Post by The Inspector on Jul 31, 2021 20:46:13 GMT -5

Post by helen on Aug 1, 2021 9:47:39 GMT -5

Post by formerlyme on Aug 1, 2021 15:28:57 GMT -5

Post by nkat on Aug 4, 2021 13:47:59 GMT -5

Post by formerlyme on Aug 4, 2021 17:04:01 GMT -5