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Olympic Gymnastics is Back. But Is It Better?

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Unpacking Gymnastics Abuse: A Call for Change

This chapter examines the disturbing history of abuse in gymnastics training through the story of Desiree Palomares, highlighting the neglect and violence faced by young athletes. It addresses the complexities parents navigate when balancing their child's ambitions against the need for safety, while also critiquing the inadequacies of current investigative bodies like SafeSport.

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