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<p>I was able to connect with Rowan Murray, a freshman (Class of 2030) who trains at Raleigh School of Gymnastics in North Carolina. See what Rowan has to say about her start in gymnastics, her pre-meet traditions, how her twin sister inspires her, and more!</p>
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<p><strong>How did you get your start in gymnastics?</strong></p>
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<p><em>I begged my mom for years to let me do it. She wasn't sure if she wanted that sport in my life, but I was so strong and always flipping so she decided to let me try. I started level 4 and TOPS less than six months later, at the age of 6.</em></p>
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<p><strong>Do you have a pre-meet routine or tradition?</strong></p>
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<p><em>Before my meets, I like to put on a music playlist and pray.</em></p>
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<p><strong>What is your favorite event or skill and why?</strong></p>
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<p><em>My favorite event is either vault or beam. Beam has always come more naturally to me so it feels very fun and like a no stress event. I like vault because it is a powerful event and I was afraid for SO LONG and I finally can show myself my actual vaulting ability.</em></p>
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<p><strong>How has what you've learned in the gym helped you outside the gym?</strong></p>
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<p><em>A thing I've learned in the gym is perseverance and having this ability has helped me outside the gym to know that I can do hard things. </em></p>
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<p><strong>What motivates you on the days when training gets tough? </strong> </p>
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<p><em>My motivation on tough gym days is my growth and progress and thinking about my future goals.</em></p>
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<p><strong>What are your favorite hobbies or activities outside of gymnastics?</strong> </p>
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<p><em>My favorite hobbies outside of gymnastics are baking, hanging out with friends, and reading.</em></p>
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<p><strong>Who has inspired you throughout your career?</strong></p>
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<p><em>Someone that has inspired me throughout my career would be my twin sister, Brynn. Brynn is one of the most hardworking, driven, and supportive person I know. She is also a gymnast (level 9) and we are each other's biggest cheerleaders. She helps me to believe in myself. </em></p>
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<p><strong>What are your goals for this upcoming season?</strong> </p>
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<p><em>My goals for this upcoming season is to make it to nationals and compete the AA.</em></p>
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<p><strong>What is something our readers should know about you? </strong></p>
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<p><em>I have struggled with fear and blocks my whole life-the worst being on back tumbling, my yurchenko, and my overshoot on bars. In fact, after competing an overshoot for two seasons I didn't do another for over two years and haven't competed bars for my first two years of level 10. But I have never given up on myself and plan to finally compete level 10 all around this year! I want people to know that it's ok to have fear and struggle. It doesn't make you less than anyone else; it doesn't lessen your worth. Don't ever let anyone make you feel that way! I always share my struggles because I want to give other people hope.</em></p>
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<p>Rowan's dedication, passion, and talent make her an athlete to keep an eye on. All of us at PrepGymnastics are excited to see what she will accomplish this season and throughout her high school career. Good Luck, Rowan!</p>
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I was able to connect with Rowan Murray, a freshman (Class of 2030) who trains at Raleigh School of Gymnastics in North Carolina. See what Rowan has to say about her start in gymnastics, her pre-meet traditions, how her twin sister inspires her, and more!
How did you get your start in gymnastics? Do you have a pre-meet routine or tradition? What is your favorite event or skill and why? How has what you've learned in the gym helped you outside the gym? What motivates you on the days when training gets tough? What are your favorite hobbies or activities outside of gymnastics? Who has inspired you throughout your career? What are your goals for this upcoming season? What is something our readers should know about you? Rowan's dedication, passion, and talent make her an athlete to keep an eye on. All of us at PrepGymnastics are excited to see what she will accomplish this season and throughout her high school career. Good Luck, Rowan!
