i'm quitting gymnastics | Whitney Bjerken
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- Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024
- This is a video that I have been dreading putting out for a while. I hope you all understand where I'm coming from. Stay tuned because I WILL be posting the rest of the season and some more gym content this spring before I quit. Thank you guys for your support it means the world to me.
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“I love the sport, but I hate doing it.” She’s so real for this ❤
Omg I hate it tooooooo
"...and I hate that I hate doing it." That's the part that stuck with me. I have felt the same way. I quit classical music right after making it to a professional level when I was her age (I was in a special high school for pre-professional and professional musician. I played about 7 hours a day). There were some hard moments but I never regretted it (it's ten years later now). That life was not for me, because as good as I was, it wasn't making me happy. I went to lawschool and found my path helping people. And I still play (after a five year hiatus), a few hours a week. It's a good life.
I feel like that too
@@Coco21212 that reminds me, I’m going into my senior year of college this upcoming school year and I already chose my major (also music) at the end of freshman year of college. I really regret it now but it’s too late to switch it I’m pretty sure. I probably have to stick with it for another year (or longer…) until I graduate and it sucks because I’m really not into it anymore & just chose the major because I knew how to play the flute already and didn’t think it fully through yet. I was also kind of rushed to choose a major because I was almost a sophomore. I realized now I’d be way more into film, photography, or anything related to it (even advertising or graphic design :o). I’m probably just going to end up graduating with music if I can’t switch it out and then never touching it again (and teaching myself photoshop or getting a job in something entirely unrelated). I’m starting to hate it now. It was only fun in middle/high school when I had my friends with me, good teachers, and fun trips. Sorry for the long comment
Yeah this is such a perfect way of describing that feeling. I got to the same point as a runner. I ran all the way from elementary school through high school, got offers from colleges to run XC and track for them, but realized I didn't love it anymore. The "why" started screaming louder and louder during races and workouts until I realized I wanted to quit. But I loved it, and love all the friends and memories I made doing it. It's all very bittersweet
You're not letting people down. You are showing people that it is OK to walk away from things and that it is completely normal to feel the way you felt. Walking away from a sport can be the hardest thing to do. You put in countless hours and make many lasting friendships. It will forever be a part of your life. Thank you for making this video and being so honest. Enjoy the rest of your season, and best of luck in all of your future endeavors.
Sometimes you focus on a goal so much that when you achieve it (like making it to college gymnastics) you realize it's not actually what you wanted or needed anymore. Like some people getting into a hard university program and then realizing once they have achieved that, that they don't actually like engineering or whatever. The achievement of getting there is still valid even if what you learn is that you no longer want it. Sometimes you have to take it that far to know you COULD have done it, to decide you're okay choosing not to.
Hi Whitney, I just wanted to be able to reach my arms through the screen and give you a huge hug whilst watching this. It is obvious that you have really thought about this decision carefully - and for a long time. I really admire you for being brave enough to actually act upon your feelings - and for sharing your thoughts with us all in this way. I LOVED your Gymnastics videos - the training ones and the meets; that is definitely what drew me to your channel many years ago. I LOVE watching Gymnastics and have always thought you look so beautifully elegant - especially on the beam. But, I feel almost as if I have come to know you as a person: following you through your operations and your orthodental work. I was always amazed at how you managed to fit music lessons and composition into an already packed schedule. The song you wrote when your grandfather passed away is one of the most moving things I've ever seen/heard. You are multi-talented and should absolutely be free to explore any and all of your talents as much as you wish. Of course your friends and coaches will feel disappointed - they will miss you. But, they also love you and want the best for you in whatever you choose to do. The fact that you felt an enormous weight had been lifted when you told everyone, definitely proves that this is the right decision for you. I hope you will be able to enjoy the remainder of the Gymnastics season. You will be able to carry all those skills you have gained from the sport (self-discipline, hard work, resiliance, determination, teamwork etc) forward into your life. You have inspired so many people with your gymnastics, and now you will have inspired so many more by being brave enough to quit, and by doing it in such a graceful way. I, for one, will still be checking in to see what you're up to. I know you will make a success of whatever you choose to do. Sending you lots of love and all best wishes for your exciting future.
You need to follow your dreams what makes you happy. The music career is something you really need to follow. You are an extremely mature young women. Maybe coaching is in your future. But also support others to follow their dreams
This is hard, yes, but always follow your gut. It is really hard to decide to quit doing something that you have spent your childhood engaging in. It will always be in your heart, no matter what you do next. I have spent nearly 20 years struggling to accept that my life is no longer all about music, which I spent my childhood studying. I never exactly quit, but I stopped making it my life. It’s not easy to walk away from something that isn’t making you happy anymore when you put so much time and energy into it. However, I truly believe I have another calling and I want to find it. If I don’t walk away from the past I will never find out what I am meant to be doing. You are an inspiration! Never look back, keep walking forward. Other people’s opinions are just that.
You are so strong for truly following your heart and what’s best for you! More people need to hear this message, this is super inspiring! You should be so proud of yourself 🤍 good luck in this next chapter. I wish you nothing but the best.
im so proud of you for everything you have done with gymnastics and can not wait to see what you
do in the future!
so well spoken! I feel SO SEEN in quitting my pwn sport my senior year
You are a strong young lady that know what you want🙏
I Thank you for this video that shows exactly what you feel about this. I Will miss your gymnastics videos and maybe I Will not watch everything youtube post from now on because it was lile you said yourself, because of the gymnastics I started follow you. But never the less, you are a bit of an extra gymnastics family member for life and I cant really let go without seeing what you do from here on. Though I can imagine😉 And you are also so talented in the music genre too🙏😍
Thanks for letting all of your followers get to know you and your family through your childhood and gymnastics adventure😍🤸🏽♀️
I think you are a woman that can do anything you want!
Love🫶🏼
Continue to do what makes you happy, not what the world expects of you. Will miss watching you compete, but good for you to end the chapter and follow your heart now!
I had to make the same decision and I know how it feels. You made the right decision.
Im proud of you ❤❤
Congratulations! Looking forward to seeing your new content :)
Tbh, this video is when you got interesting as a person. I’ve been following for a while. I wondered if you wanted to do the sport or if “mom was just posting”. This is you, actual you. And I’m happy to meet you. I’m excited to see what you do next.
I think you are an amazing gymnast. But most importantly, you are an amazing person. Thanks for sharing your life successes with us. You truly inspired others with your perseverance and hard work. I wish you continued success in all that you do.
I feel sad seeing you sad , However you are a super talented and beautiful person , I really enoyed your music videos and I can imagine you going further in your singing career and hopefully one day i will be watching you as an actress in some Hollywood blockbuster, I love your gymastics vids but I also admire you as a person, Please don't feel upset , you are a superstar and I will look forward to seeing you in a new light,❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
This is your journey, not anyone’s else! I know you’re worried about what your fans and others will think, but it’s always your choice. And it is like you’re retiring basically, not persay just randomly quitting!
I have ben following you for years now and I Will not unfollow you just because of you quitting gymnastics, pleeeeease keep doing youtube, like vlogs and Other stuff.
😯 😮 whaaaaaat that’s so surprising 😮 🤯
I have been feeling the same way and I am quoting next week😭😭Ik it’s very hard and you think it’s wrong, but it’s the right decision🥲
If they leave thats on them. You are STILL you. Gymnastics does NOT define you! Even if it feels like it you will adjust to life without gymnastics.❤
Could not have said it better
Well said❤
Well put.
You don’t owe anyone ANYTHING. This journey is yours and yours alone. As a mom (and a gymnastics mom) I AM SO PROUD OF YOU for making the best decision for yourself. Congratulations on taking this exciting step into your future!
Yes!!!
exactly
Congrats for retiring gymnastics, sometimes nerve racking, but you always be fine. Just believe in yourself and I follow Jenny marcuzzo
She’s a trooper and she will be successful whatever she does. I’ve really enjoyed watching her over the years ❤
Yesssss!
You only have one life - you have to do what’s best for you and this does NOT negate all of your achievements throughout your career. I’ve been watching your channel since you were a level 7 and you have grown into a powerful young woman who is ready to become who you were meant to be ❤️
I totally agree
Came for the gymnastics, staying for the person you've become
Oh sweet girl. You are so, so much more than any one sport or hobby. I had a feeling this one was coming, and while it is so bittersweet because it’s been a joy watching you grow up through gymnastics- it is also so special because I feel like we got to watch you fall in love with something new as you’ve explored music in recent years. We might have started following your journey because of gymnastics- but it was YOU who kept this following alive and growing- Whitney the PERSON- not just Whitney the gymnast.
Whitney- you were seen when you kept fighting, injury after injury. You were seen when you supported your teammates whole heartedly while you were struggling and sidelined. You were seen every time you stopped what you were doing to take a picture and greet a fan. You were seen when you tried so hard to balance having one foot in two different worlds that didn’t understand each other very well. You were seen when you shared vulnerable parts of yourself with the world when you didn’t have to. You have always been seen. And you will be seen in your next journey too. I am so incredibly proud of you. I hope you will continue to share glimpses into your life moving forward, because I want a front row seat to all you will accomplish in the future.
Girl this is SO Beautiful 🥺🥺🥰🥰
I agree 100%
With everything You just said
Is SO true
150% would fully agree
Whit you are a beautiful person
This comment needs more likes. It is so true!
Well said and I agree entirely.
Amazingly stated.
I'm so proud of you for making the decision that is best for you right now, Whitney. Lots of love❤
Hey, Whitney, I've never posted a comment on your channel. I'm just an old man, not someone from your usual demographic of fans, but I've been following you for years, and I've appreciated what you've done in large part because of the amazing family support you've had and the obvious closeness you all enjoy. You've never said much about how much those elbow injuries took out of you. You must have known that gymnastics, like any sport activity pursued at the level you've done it, is a limited career. Very few make it to the top, and even they have to quit competition young. In contrast, let me tell you that speaking as a lifetime musician from a family of musicians, music is a pursuit that never grows old. My father, a violist/violinist and conductor and composer gave a full recital with accompaniment a couple of months before he died at age 89. Just one example. I practice and compose every day (I'm 79), and I'm still getting better at it. Furthermore, music is a cooperative pursuit, not competitive. This fact takes a lot of pressure off and makes practicing and performing a whole lot more rewarding. So you are turning to a pursuit that could be very good for you and has the potential to bring much joy to others.. I don't think anyone reasonable will think you are giving up or are a quitter. I wish you the best in your future pursuits.
@@peachstate08 Ahem. I subscribed to her RUclips channel several years ago and have seen numerous gymnastics videos, which I've also recommended to my wife, my daughter, and others who might have been interested.
you are so precious💗
that’s so sweet :)
This is so sweet
although ur an old man, i think it's so nice that someone that age is watching her videos, ur comment is so sweet
It's not called quitting it's called Living Your Life! Because you know now it's time & you will always be a BIG Inspiration for Everyone! Congratulations on your new Journey of Life!
Don't say "quit"! You're just moving on to a new chapter in your life. It's YOUR life and you need to be happy. You can be proud of all that you've accomplished in gymnastics and all the people you touched and will touch in your new adventures.
I'm happy for you, Whit! I was looking forward to watching you at the NCAA level, but I would never want to watch you do something you weren't happy doing. Sending love; making these huge decisions is so hard, especially when you're doing it so publicly.
I too decided to quit gymnastics after nearly 10 years of training and competing as a level 10 gymnast. It’s the most life changing decision you’ll make as a young adult, and I’m sure it felt damn good! I commend you and completely understand how you’re feeling. Onto the next chapter! Excited for you :)
I honestly wish you could get back into Gymnastics
I remember the day I realized it was the end of my gymnastics career. The gym takes up so much of your life it can be hard to imagine a life without it. But it’s there. It’s here now. You are a different person and that’s good. It means you’re growing. Way to pursue what YOU need.
I totally feel you. I quit dancing when I was your age. I had been dancing for 10 years and the last year was a pain. I was having a hard time, the training got harder and harder and my group was counting on all of us to be there.
The hardest thing was to actually make the decision and let my coach know what was going on. I remember crying a lot and I had the biggest FOMO. I was afraid, that I had made a huge mistake.
Now about 10 years later I know that it was one of the best decisions of my life. If I had continued with it, I would have wasted my time and made myself unhappy.
You do what is best for you. You are so strong and talented, I wish you all the Best!
We follow you Whitney, we don't follow gymnastics we follow you. Where you go we go! As long as you make videos we will watch them. We are here for the whitney and Blakely vlogs YEAH!!!!! I'm proud of you for all you have accomplished. This is just the next step. You are sooooo ready for it
The sacrifices you made at such a young age, most of people couldn’t have done it. Moving away from your family and having to deal with multiple injuries. And just the stress of training for so many hours, I’m so happy that you’re going to get to move on and proud that you made the best decision for you!
Whitney. We have a saying in China "Don't choose a tree when there's a whole forest". You have proven yourself talents in many ways. You have a lifetime ahead and you should follow your instinct. Please keep running your channel and tell us what you're up to. Whatever path you choose, you have our full support! Be hear from you soon!
If you did this since you were six years old you are not quitting. You are finishing the run you wanted to do.
Please dont be as negative about it calling it quitting. I know big changes are hard but it is absolutely not selfish.
You have freedom to choose what you do with your body.
Dont let worry about how others feel keep you hostage in the sport.
❤
You didn’t quit. You showed up for yourself and your sport since you were 6. You have just come to the end of the road in the sport for you. Some people’s road is longer and some are shorter. You are now ready to move on to bigger and better things for yourself and that is something to be celebrated. Trust me, this won’t be your first or last big decision. Be proud of yourself and have fun doing whatever it is your heart is going to take you next.
whitney im so proud of you. It takes a lot of courage to just say this in front of thousands of fans. I completely understand you falling out of ur first love. I fell out of mine last year, which was tennis. plus u are an AMAZING singer and I can’t wait to listen to more songs. and who knows, maybe you’ll be a film director one day! im looking forward to see where ur life takes u, and I 100% stand with you. I love u whit🥲
You have been amazing as a gymnast. All the injuries that you struggled thru amazed me. At some point this decision was very likely.
Gymnastics does not define you. It mat have been what attracted a lot of fans, but your personality and who you are is what kept these people subscribed to your channel all these years. I'm proud of you for following your heart and being true to yourself.
There will be seasons in your life sweetheart. You were blessed with this season and now it’s time to move on toward your next season. May God bless you in all of your endeavors. I will not be leaving your channel because I just love your content.
this is the "hey whitney, i'll always support you❤" - button.
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Whitney, you have sacrificed so much and accomplished sooo much in gymnastics. And being 18 with that much accomplishments is something to be proud of! I’m so proud of you and there’s nothing to be ashamed of with this decision. You have so much ahead of you. With how much gymnastics have shaped you, I’m sure you have a successful future ahead with whatever you choose to do. Can’t wait to see what’s in store for you and will definitely continue cheering you on with whatever is ahead for you! All the best and hope you continue being an inspiration in whatever you choose to do next! ❤❤
Never feel like you are “quitting”!! You have given SO MUCH to gymnastics. Look at all your injuries, though. That isn’t sustainable forever, no matter what. You have so many other talents to explore. I’m definitely sticking around to see ❤
Whitney we are the same age and I always looked up to you as a gymnast and a person .Sometimes I really thought you had it all . A great family , beauty , great gymnastics skills and a great voice . As a gymnast of course I am kind of sad that you are quitting the sport but I am so proud of you for showing how you really feel. It really shows how strong you are as a person . Sending you lots of love !I am sure that whatever you do will be amazing! It’s so important and so difficult at the same time to follow your guts and do whatever makes you happy !You are one of the first Chanels I’ve ever subscribed to on RUclips and I will always keep supporting you .Thank you for taking us along with your journey
do what's best for you whitney ❤️ you don't have to feel like you're letting anyone down, I can imagine how it puts pressure on
you but that's not fair. it's your decision and no one can take that away from you, I just hope you know we want you to be happy with whatever you do :) I've been watching you since I was 10 (I'm 18 now) and you've grown so much and gymnastics doesn't define you
you don't owe us or anyone anything, you don't owe anyone gymnastics content and your own pain and suffering, you are capable of so much, gymnastics was only a small part of that. take care
oh whit, i'm so proud of you for retiring
Gymnastics was one of the chapters in your life. Go for what you want. Many people support you Whitney. Greetings from Poland ♥️
whitney, i am SO proud of you for listening to your gut. i was never a gymnast but i understand the 'tunnel vision' that you, your family and friends develop, and feeling so guilty and selfish when you realise that's actually not what you want anymore... i've watched you for so long and i'll still be here!
Wenn man etwas so lange gemacht hat und auch so viel geopfert hat für diesen Sport, wie du, dann fällt so eine Entscheidung nie leicht!
Du hast es selbst gesagt:“ Es gibt so viele Möglichkeiten!“ Du kannst so viele Dinge und du bist eine so vielseitig begabte, tolle junge Dame. Wo ein Weg aufhört, da fängt ein neuer an! Und ich werde weiter mit Begeisterung deinen Weg verfolgen! Geh bitte weiter mit dieser Leichtigkeit durchs Leben und genieße jeden Tag!🫶
When I saw the video title I'm not going to lie, I was disappointed. But when I heard how she felt, I realized how much she needed this. We support you and will continue to no matter what you do.
I first followed you because of gymnastics and you are who I look up to the most as a 14-year-old girl (I know many others feel the same), but as I got to know you I realized your amazing singing/songwriting, personality, and much more! Just like my comment on your videos 4 years ago, you INSPIRE me to do a lot of things (such as gymnastics & songwriting) and be a better person overall. I truly respect this decision and I would have picked it for myself, but remember to NEVER quit something you love just because others show you hate. There is a powerful army behind your back, and I'm proudly one of the soldiers within that army. I love you so much and will definitely not leave because you are quitting gymnastics. Life is short, so chase after whatever you desire, and you have already and always will leave a remarkable legacy in the gymnastics world. Even if you stopped doing it, future kids would still start this sport because of you. I hope you acknowledge your worth, you mean the whole world to me. With that being said, as a fan/wannabe friend, I will support you through all your decisions in the future.❤
How you are feeling is completely normal and valid…….and the amazing thing is this is YOUR life. People are responsible for their own….you don’t need to feel like you are letting anyone down. As a former level 10 gymnast who did competitive gymnastics for 12 years (I’m 39 now)….life does continue. And your next chapter will be filled with learning and growth and exciting times.
This is just a slice of who you are…….and let me tell you, the gymnast part of you never leaves. I still have the memories of gymnastics days….working out 3:30-8:30 pm everyday…….still have old floor routines in my head, I still do gymnastics stuff around the house in front of my 4 kids!!! I still remember yeagers on the bars, back handspring lay out lay outs on the beam, still remember training full-ins on floor.
The thing is, you bring with you into the years to come perseverance, how to be patient, how to work through hard things, painful things, and how to commit to things. You learn so much from gymnastics that it helps shape you into an amazing person in society. You never forget those things!!
And I still keep in touch with some of my old team mates…..and our kids are friends! We still being up the old gym days and laugh.
And you will have that too!!
You are NOT letting anyone down……remember this life is all a learning and growth experience. And you will take what you’ve learned and experienced from gymnastics and apply it to all that you have before you!
Sending lots of love you way ❤️❤️
Alyssa
I'VE BEEN WATCHING YOU SINCE I WAS 16 AND NOW IM 23😭😭😭 SAW UR VIDEO DOING GYMNASTICS, AND I REALLY ENJOYED WATCHING YOU SINCE THEN😭💕 DO WHATS BEST FOR U WHIT!!🤍 REALLY LOVE UUUU
Brb gonna rewatch ur old videos😭😭🤍
As a parent of a teen athlete, this resonates with me. My teenage daughter isn’t a gymnast…she has been a swimmer since before she could walk and is swinning at the sectional level. She’s at a point where I question whether she wants to continue to do it, or is she afraid to tell her dad and I she wants to stop.
It brings me back to being a teenage athlete. I quit a sport I did starting when I was 3y/o. I remember loving the sport, but hating doing it. It was a huge part of my identity, quitting was hard, but I was able to do other things….maybe not as well, but those things made me happier.
i also quit gymnastics cause i wanted to focus on something else, and thought it was a waste of time to keep doing it... it's one of those things that you have to listen to yourself.
stay happy and healthy whit! ❣
We're proud of you for making this decision!
I have watched your channel for many years on a somewhat regular basis, but was never a subscriber. Just today I decided to look up your channel once again to see how you were doing. It is obvious from your many faceted message here that you still like gymnastics, but you just do not get the enjoyment you used to from doing it any longer and when that feeling starts and persists for an extended time with anything you do regularly and always enjoyed doing it before it is time to call it quits. Once the activity is no longer fun for you especially when it is something physical such as gymnastics it is the safest thing for you to quit as continuing to do something you just can't put the same effort into any longer could lead to serious injury, an outright hatred for that activity or both.
Your true fans will understand and support your decision simply because it is YOUR decision and you need to do what is best for you. You have grown up in front of many fans through your channel and all you have shared with them over the years with your videos. The only people who will stop watching your channel are those who were never true fans or the creeps who only wanted to watch you doing your workouts in a leotard. You will never miss any of those people. I wish you luck in all your future endeavors and knowing your work ethic I am sure you will succeed in whatever you decide you want to do. Again true fans will enjoy whatever videos you continue to put out there doing whatever you love to do.
You are entering into one of the best times in a young person's life going to college where your choices and opportunities are many. Just do what makes you happy and fulfilled and your true fans will be happy as well and continue to follow you as you share those parts of your life you want to in your videos.
Thank you Whitney for telling us what you wanted.Other people might not like that you are leaving Gymnastics but if you feel that this what you really want then go for it.
Love from the UK.
I will still be following your channel.You are a really good singer so I'm looking forward your next songs.❤❤❤
Everyone said that I would regret quitting when I got burnt out from dance. It was the best decision I could have ever made for myself. You may have moments when you miss gymnastics but I don't think you will regret choosing your mental health and well being. You've had an incredible gymnastics career and myself and many other people will not be unsubscribing
No matter what you do in life. Your gymnastics time will be remembered by you and all of your fans. However, whatever you do from this point on - will define you as a person for the rest of your dream time. You need a break and do your passion. Take classes online and still get your degree. I know that I will be supporting you no matter what you decide to do.
i just wanna give you a hug yk.
i won’t leave you! i still love your content! 🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼
No, you are NOT a terrible person, will continue following you. The first time I saw you was with Andres Colin, you do have a beautiful voice and I think that's your call!
thank you so much I really appreciate this❤️
Whitney, your own decisions are the most important. Follow your own heart! ☺👍
This is breaking my heart. Not because you’re RETIRING from gymnastics, but that you’re feeling like you’re letting people down. I totally understand why you feel that way, but ultimately you have to live your life YOUR WAY and go after other goals. I hope that you won’t take to heart all the negative feedback you will inevitably receive. People will get upset, angry, and disappointed with your decision, and I know you absolutely care about your fans, but you ultimately CANNOT live your life for the contentment of others. It’s just not a healthy headspace. You DESERVE to have other goals and interests. You DESERVE to choose your path in life. You DESERVE to be happy and thrive in whatever you choose in life. You already know this, but with absolutely anything you do, there’s always going be be SOMEONE who will try to drag you down. Please please please ignore them and move on. Mean people are unhappy with their lives and themselves, making them lash out on others. I know it doesn’t FEEL like it, but I promise, it has absolutely nothing to do with you. Happy people lift each other up, and we’re happy to see you thrive in whatever makes you happy. 🌸💗🌸
i left gymnastics about 6 months ago, and it was practically my whole life. i completely understand how you feel whitney and i want you to know i will always continue to watch and support you through everything. you've made such an incredible journey in gym and i'm so proud that you've made the best decision for yourself. love you
Proud of you for making a decision that’s right for you. Can’t wait to see what’s in the next chapter of your life. 💜
Girl if you want to quit gymnastics, do it. But I suggest going to college. I’m 20, and every single person my age that didn’t go to college, we all regret it.
Whitney you're amazing. I will be still following you from France 💕
You dedicated your whole life to that sport and even if people might be disappointed rn PLEASE listen to yourself and feel how happy and relieved you are now, you are worth so much and gymnastics shouldn't define who you are as a person! I will still be here on your journey in life:)
Yes, Whitney has inspired my gymnastics journey so much but she also has also showed all of us that if something is not fun for you anymore, like in Whitney’s case, gymnastics, it is ok to quit. She has came so far in her gymnastics journey that wherever she stops all of her fans should be proud and supportive of her.
Hey, havent watched the video yet, but Im proud of you for doing whats best for you
“I love gymnastics, it will always be my first love” gets me every time ❤️❤️❤️ And I hope you get everything you deserve with your new passion, you are an awesome singer and I know it will take you to many places ❤
I realize there is still college left, but at your age and level and everything you have accomplished, it's more like you have decided to retire early, not quit. You will take all the hard learned lessons the sport has given you and incorporate them into all remaining stages of life. I know the decision is heart wrenching, but life goes on. I'm sure your love for the sport will remain throughout your life and you will stay close to the sport in some way, even if it's just in your heart. I have enjoyed watching your videos throughout the years. You are going to accomplish so much. Wish you all the best!😊
Oh Whitney, the important ones will stay. If it’s time for retirement then I’m happy for you. Without gymnastics you’ll have so much more free time, more opportunities to continue and advance with the future goals. Whitney we love you and are proud of you ❤
I will definitely miss you competing but I'm very proud of you for having the courage to retire (I'm not calling it quitting) when you felt it was the right choice for you. I'm not leaving, so looking forward to seeing what life brings to you next!
Whitney- you are not quitting! You are taking the next steps in your life to do other things and that is OK!! I remember being in the same place as you when I stopped figure skating. My body was TIRED and I felt like the toll it was taking on me mentally and physically was more than I could keep going with because I had given my entire life to the sport. And looking back now, at 31, it was the best time to hang up my skates when I did. (I was 17 when I officially retired, and had been skating since I was 5) and just last year I started skating again for fun and it’s been AMAZING. There is absolutely more to life than these sports and it’s perfectly ok for you to explore your life outside of the gym. You deserve it and owe it to yourself. You owe yourself a happy life. And that’s it. Thank you for being brave and vulnerable. You’re amazing! So mature and strong! Go LIVE Whitney! ❤🎉 proud of you!!
You are an amazing person, Whitney. And you will keep inspire young gymnasts even after you quit, you are not letting anyone down❤ I think your younger self would be very proud of you for making this hard decision and following your heart. I don‘t think she would have wanted you to continue doing this sport when it makes you unhappy and you don‘t want to do it anymore. Gymnastics is very tough mentally and it does break you, when you keep doing it without loving it anymore. You certainly are not a failure and have had an amazing career. Your form was always so exquisite and graceful and your videos will still inspire so many. And this decision will help so many who are struggling with the same thing and show others that it‘s okay to move on, even if they haven‘t achieved everything they wanted.
You have had a great time with gymnastics and it was a huge part of your life, but it is okay to move on and start a new chapter✨ I know you will do amazing things and live your life to the fullest and I am excited to watch you and am not gonna leave / unfollow. 🎉❤
You might leave gymnastics, but it’s never going to leave you
I have been following your journey in gymnastics for like 6 or 7 years and I’ve always supported you no matter what and i will support you in the future too. Im not disappointed in you for making this decision, instead i’m very proud of you for being so brave saying this to us and telling us how you feel and its normal, don’t feel guilty for this. You can do what ever makes you feel happy and what you like. Now im fourteen and i am in choir and i have been doing it my whole life and i love doing it, but now i think that im gonna quit soon, because i growing older and i want to try something different. It hurts but at the same time it feels good. You’re not alone, we are with you. I love you whitney❤ Good luck!
Hey Whitney! I joined your channel back when I was around 8 probably watching you achieve and get better over the years. I used to watch all your videos of your gymnastics and everything. I’m 14 now and have been doing gymnastics since I was 6 as well. I have recently realized that I want to quit. No matter how much I think about it, I just can’t see my self doing gymnastics anymore. This season may be my last then I’m going to gymnastics camp and that will probably be the end. I’m crying so much because I love this sport I’ve done it my whole life. It IS my whole life and I don’t know how to quit or if i’ll regret it. My friends are leaving for boarding school and i’ll have no one to train with so this may be the end. Making this video has been a huge help toward my mental health knowing that I’m not the only one who feels this way. I wish you the best.
Love your gymnastics videos but the reason I joined was your music do what's best for you going to be here supporting you as a follower no matter what
Take a break with an open mind. You may want to go back. College gymnastics is TOTALLY different than what You are used to. Talk to college athletes that you look up to. But more importantly, it will give you a place that you can easily connect to others in college and complete your college experience. If you hate it after you do you first year of college gymnastics then you at least won't regret that you at least tried, which MANY do.
although i’m going to miss watching you do gymnastics, i understand that this is what’s best for you. i hope great things come to you and i can’t wait to follow along your journey 💓
This is a COMPLETELY NATURAL part of growing up ❤ EVERYONE does this, whether it’s sports, choir, band, debate clubs, etc. The only difference is you have a large following and that can make someone feel like they’re obligated to continue or that that’s your one and only identity. And that’s not true at all. This is a normal part of growing up ❤❤❤ Don’t let the internet guilt you for that
You are so brave for making that decision ❤ I know it must've been difficult especially when you feel like gymnastics is your whole life. I've played badminton ever since I was little and at the time I really thought that it was everything. But when I was about 14 just realised that there are so many things I want to do in my life, and I kinda lose my passion for it, I mean I still love it but I don't want to compete anymore. You have really inspired me a lot so Thank you so much💗💗
It’s ok we support you❤❤❤ bless you and whatever you do with your life
But when you quit you should like (IF YOU WANT) like try gymnastics after you quit to see if you still have your skills😂😂😂
When I first started following you it was because of gymnastics but when I got to know you better I follow you for YOU not because of gymnastics. You are a great person and I support your decision ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤WE LOVE YOU FOR YOU!!!!❤️And if someone don’t support you there not worth your time and effort ❤️❤️❤️IM NOT GOING TO LEAVE !!!!!❤️❤️❤️
The difference between you and the keyboard warriors is that you did something while they talked about you doing something. Head up, girl.
I began following you at the ice bath challenge. My granddaughter was begining gymnastics and I wanted to be able to understand her world and to share with her. I hope that doesn't make me a creep. Best wishes for you going forward!
Follow your passion and you will always be happy. Your passion may change through your life and that is ok. It is called growth. ♡
Whitney, please do continue posting vlogs about your life, whatever you’re up to. It wasn’t only because you were a gymnast that many of us cared.
You have the insight of what you want to do and become!! There are people that are much much older than you, that do not have the maturity that you do! I can’t imagine why anyone would stop following you! Your channel is about you, not just gymnastics or music. This is your story and journey. You’re so much braver than people twice your age! You’re going to do so many great things in your life! Love from Oklahoma 💗💗💗
I felt the same way with swimming. I felt forced into wanting to compete so I quite and got back into the sport like 3 times
I've been looking forward to hear you make this announcement for a long time now. Yes, you became a role model for many a young girl through your dedication to gymnastics. But while gymnastics is a good activity for a young girl, preparing her to be a strong and resilient woman, it does not catter for the needs of a woman. It is good for them to see this and hear you say this. Just as good as it is for you to finally admit to yourself that you are not letting anybody down. You are no longer a catterpillar, Whitney, you are a butterfly now, and it's due time you take to the sky. You might have not realised it, but while gimnastics was a priority for you growing up, it never was the only one. You chose to divert time from it to invest in this channel - to film, to edit, to act... and later on to sing. All the injuries kept telling you that your body can't handle what you keep putting it through, but you are stubborn and refused to listen. As the young girl you used to be that was a good thing. And a good example to set for others to follow. But as the woman you are now it is no longer a good thing. It is good that you finally admited you needed to move on. And it is just as good that you've put this admission out for all the little girls following you to hear and learn from, to know that the time to move on from gymnastics will come for them as well.
Dear WHITNEY , my beautiful magical Angel 👼friend you are absolutely brilliant at what ever you are doing your a fantastic musician and singer your a beautiful star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 what ever you do your great 👍👍👍👍👍please stay safe and well,from David ps your really great 👍👍👍👍👍what ever you do your brilliant