It hurts my heart to see you crying. I was disappointed for you , knowing how frustrated you must have been with Sundays meet. But gosh Chellsie, you have moved mountains in such a short time. You have made such a difference in the sport, this has meant so much to all retired gymnasts, moms and just women over age 32! Please dont be sad! We love you and I cant wait to see what else you do.
You went to Nationals! Just think, you didn’t even want to look at your grips a year ago. It’s not over. Thank you for taking us along with you. So much love.
@@karyon1007 not even Simone returned to elite this fast!! I mean Chellsie hadn't done a DTY (that wasn't a soft landing mat in the foam pit) since 2006 I think was what she said... I was shocked that she added bars so quickly!!! I swear if she had just another month... Vault, bars & beam would be rock SOLID and I think she probably could do floor... I saw a video of her dance thru on podium and I reeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeally want/NEED to see it full out because it looks BADASS!!! I'm hoping that she goes to worlds and kicks ass & wins some medals.. it may show other gymnasts that age is a number & shouldn't be an expiration date on their career! It's true of anything really... I hope she continues because she's only going to get even better 💜🙌🙌
Girl I literally cried every time you saluted. I wouldn’t have even cared if you face planted on every event. You’re a beacon of literal hope to every woman who has been out of her sport and thinks it’s over. I was a gymnast and I also did collegiate track and field. I felt like my journey was over, until I watched you. It’s because of YOU that I’m even running again! Thank for sparking a fire into our hearts Chellsie! You the woman.
Selfishly, what you’re doing is so important to me. I am 45, my kids are all teenagers and adults and I was feeling like my life was over. Like I was too old to be any good. Then I started watching your journey. You inspire me. I’m so proud of you and so so thankful that you’re willing to put yourself out there. I have decided I’m going to college and my goal is to go to law school and work for Legal Aid. Without you, Chellsie, I wouldn’t have had the courage. Thank you. 💕
In a short amount of time doing full routines, you’re already world-level competitive! With more numbers in all the events, I can 100% see you on the Worlds team!!
So proud of how you’ve turned a “let me get back into shape” into let me compete against the USA’s best. You’re amazing! When I saw you salute on bars, I didn’t see someone who “called it,” I saw a grown woman who knew her body and decided it wasn’t right. We’re still cheering for you!!!
I'm so glad to hear that it's not the end of the road because the only issue for you was how late you started your comeback. I was hoping all along that that was not your only goal. You have so much great gymnastics to do yet.
I agree 100%! She barely had any time to train, and there was obviously a major lack in opportunities to help get back in the groove of competing. And, with the all-around team down to 4 this year, it’s even more difficult to earn a spot… especially considering how many amazing gymnasts there are this year.
Just scrolling through these comments, its safe to say, that Chellsie Memmel has THE BEST fans! Impossible to not tear up with you. While Day 2 did not go the way you hoped, you are still such an inspiration. It's crazy to think, that even this time this year, you had not said it was a comeback and its absolutely amazing to see how far you came in that short amount of time. I'm glad that you haven't called it quits, and excited to see you continue on this journey where ever it takes you! #ChellYeah
I cannot fathom the courage required for you to do this so publicly. To push yourself this hard, to step in front of all the cameras and then do what no one - NO ONE - has done before...is unbelievable. To subject yourself to people's judgment of your performance, when none of them can know or understand what all of this might mean to you...is so brave. SE Wisco continues to cheer you on simply for doing what you love to do, and letting the world watch you love it.
Be gentle on yourself. You've been doing bars for LESS THAN A YEAR. When you talked the night before the meet, it was obvious nerves were threatening to overtake you. If you're going to keep going, I suggest lining up a sports psychologist to get a few tools to pull out when you need to push the nerves out of your way. Because the skills are THERE. We've all watched you - we've all seen them. You've felt them. Andy doesn't just toss out "there you go!" every single time, you know. Your body can do this. Your head just needs to get out of your body's way.
Please make a "Chellsie is my hero" shirt. It's true and I want that shirt. Heck, if you don't make it, I'll make it. So dang proud of you. You made watching gymnastics interesting and entertaining for me again. My 2 year old daughter and I played "gymnastics" while watching the entire competition on TV and I thought of how amazing your daughter must think her mama is. Way to go!
Chellsie, I found a gym near me that just started adult gymnastics classes and I'm so excited to try it for the first time at 31. :) Thank you for the inspiration and motivation!
Seeing you so sad is breaking my heart! It's understandable to be disappointed but literally every single person that's followed this journey thus far is SO proud and SO inspired by you! Everything you have accomplished is incredible! You competed at freakin nationals! Watching the broadcast and seeing your husband tear up for you actually made me sob. You're an icon! Never forget that!!!
Chellsie, I thank YOU from the bottom of my heart for showing us 30+ gals that it is NEVER too late to chase our dreams. The way you are handling this setback is an example to any athlete on how to respond to adversity and hard times. Seriously. Thank you.
Being able to be there to watch you in person was absolutely amazing! Literally the only athlete who got louder cheers than you in the entire meet was Simone. It was so awesome seeing how much love and support you had in that stadium. Everyone was in your corner! My 7 yr old and I were sitting right above the vault landing and were cheering for you during warmups! I can’t wait to continue to watch your journey! Because of you I have started training again. I quit after level 9 in 2004. I’m 33 now. I’ve found that the biggest challenge is getting the endurance back! I’m also being very cautious on floor and vault because I’m worried my joints won’t be able to take the impact! But you’ve pushed me to get back to my first love, and I’m forever grateful for you!!! Way to go!
I live in Texas and I'm disabled and I love gymnastics I watched Chelsea compete in the Olympics with Shawn Johnson and nastia that was the year I fell in love with gymnastics I'm 36 I play piano and have been teaching myself for 2 years I played my first classical piece a few weeks ago it's an amazing feeling I've always dreamed of playing piano chellsie is the woman I'd love to be friends with she's really down to earth which is why Im a huge fan I'm so happy your doing gymnastics again ! I think that gymnastics should have two age brackets for the younger girls so older elite athletes have a chance to go to the Olympics and do meets for women in their30s and 40s because most gymnasts retire after college is over because their is nothing in place for none of these women to continue doing what you love to do! I love watching people do things I never could do. You should document your gymnastic journey as well!❤
Chellsie, you weren't expecting to win Nationals when you started working again. You were clearly doing it because you loved doing gymnastics. Everytime you get up in front of judges you're bound to be nervous - and you didn't have the year of practice in front of audiences and build up to your first competition on the national stage. I'm guessing it will go better next time. Even if you never win a competition again, keep doing what you love. You inspire us all.
The progress you've made is outstanding, and if there was any question in your mind as to if you could contend with the top girls, I hope night 1 put that right to bed!! Really looking forward to seeing where else this journey goes, and congratulations on what you've done so far!!
I am a life-long gymnastics fan and can confidently say that your journey back to competition is one of the (if not the single) most inspiring, captivating, and joyous stories to come out of gymnastics. Thank you for taking along with you, and I know that we all look forward to and support whatever your future holds in and out of the gym.
Chellsie, you had this 42 year old man in tears with you! I HOPE you feel like you want to keep going, but I am so proud of your achievement thus far! You are an inspiration to me and so many others. It has been a JOY to watch and root for you! And I will continue that, whether it's (hopefully) training to see what you can do by World's, or cheering you on on the next leg of your journey! CHELL YEAH!
Your journey proved that the old system of training is an injury zone to so many. You showed that by steering your training a different way and not running yourself into the ground, you can achieve amazing results. I'm so proud of you. Thank you for showing of the world that gymnastics isn’t just a sport for a little girls. It is truly a women’s sport!
Because of you, I went ahead and applied for adult education jobs. I am now a teacher, teaching adults language and communication skills for career advancement. Showing my students that it is never too late for your goals, for doing what you love and what you've always wanted is one of my favorite things to do. Not only have you inspired me, but indirectly, each and every one of my students. Hope to see you at Worlds
I know everyone gets excited about what Simone is doing and she is amazing but I watched the Classics and the Nationals to see YOU!! I have watched your journey over the past year and during a crazy, upside-down time in the world, you have been a source of joy when everything else just seems depressing. Thank you for taking us along your journey and inspiring us to not give up on our dreams. You are a champion and I could not be more proud of you 💜
Omg it absolutely breaks my heart to see you cry about your performance day 2. You have achieved so much this year. Keep breaking the mould. We are all rooting for you. This is the most excited I have been watching gymnastics in a long time.
Just over here crying my eyes out. I’ve never been so proud of someone I don’t know personally. Chellsie, your comeback has meant so much to so many of us. Thank you so much. Sending hugs from Virginia!
If you haven’t already go and have a good cry, get yourself a dairy milk caramel as a lil treat and remember all the things you accomplished. Day 1 was epic! Both me and my mum cried watching you hit those routines. So day 2 was a little rough, but you were out there!! You’re an inspiration to so many of us.
It was the nerves that got to you and that is of course only natural after 9 years of not competing. Other younger athletes who have been training all along also had some falls and errors. But you started the bars from nothing and put together a routine in such short notice - and you were amazing. The vaults were awesome and the beam was great too. You have stuck that arabian in all your practises so it was obviously only the nerves and probably the impact from all the training and hard landings. But others fell too. I'm so glad to hear that you will not stop because so many of us have been glued to your videos and inspired to tears following your journey. There more great things ahead for you and the hardest part has passed and that was the first competitions - it can only get better from here on in. Good luck - you are a fantastic role model for your kids. Always follow your dreams and don't be afraid to fail or fall because that it was makes us better and stronger. Looking forward to following more of your videos.
I agree that this was just step 1. Youve been managing your energy in the gym this past year plus, now you gotta figure out energy management for competition especially those 2 dayers.....two competitions a couple weeks apart. YOWZERS and you did it!!
This video is the best gymnastics footage I have seen in a very long time. You have no idea how this honesty, heartbreak, and sadness on display is so important for others to see. You let us see the pain of it all. And then you let us see the real magic, that you aren’t stopping now. That the disappointment can be devastating but you can still move forward in a journey. In a world of carefully crafted Social Media posts only showing success, you showed us what happens behind the scenes that makes people successful. You truly are a so special.
I am not one to comment a lot on RUclips videos, but Chellsie, you are such an inspiration. I really hope you réalise that even making it to championships was a huge accomplishment. Day 1 was awesome and as you said, Day 2 wasn’t your day but still you made it. You pulled through because you love it ! Your journey isn’t over, I really hope to see you in later competitions, because if you keep going, I just know you’re going to be an even bigger force in the sport. Good luck for what’s next, we are all behind you ! PS : being French, I can’t help but hope Paris 2024 is maybe in your mind...
I'm not here to tell you to go for Worlds or not go for Worlds. That's a personal decision. I AM here to tell you that you are one of the most courageous human beings on the planet. Gymnastics is rough. Physically and mentally. Know that your fans are proud of you no matter what you decide.
You are teaching your children and so many others how to be resilient and that’s so important. You are processing the emotions and dealing with them and that’s so valuable. It doesn’t make any of us love or appreciate you less. Hold your head high and be proud of trying. You are awesome. Remember too what your dad said about you years ago: his little girl doesn’t crash into barriers; she goes around them and keeps going.
I am not one to comment on videos, but I just appreciate you showing how meaningful it is to continue working, competing and enjoying what you do through all the ups and downs. I think the media tends to want to focus on successes constantly, but it is the whole journey that is gorgeous -- and everyone has off days and I love that you show us yours. I feel your disappointment after today, and we all were sad with you, but you are an absolute inspiration and I hope you journey on proudly!
It physically gives me pain to see you upset, but really, even night 2 of championships it was still so awesome to watch you compete. Whether you decide to try for worlds or not, being able to come with you on this journey has been inspirational, and I can't wait for it to continue!!! We're all behind you girl!!!
I was bawling watching you on Saturday and my husband was like "what is making you so upset?" And I said I am not upset, I am inspired. Look at this woman! 32 years old, and her children and husband are in the stands watching her compete after she retired in 2012! And he was just blown away by that idea.
Chellsie you listen to us!!! YOU ARE BEYOND AMAZING!!!!! Your a champion, an amazing role model, and WONDERFUL because of your heart!!!! Your identity is not that your an Olympic gymnast or not... won nationals or not... your identity is that you are a child of God, you have a heart of GOLD, and your truly a compassionate and caring person! THAT IS WHY WE LOVE YOU SOOOOOO MUCH! What draws us to you is your heart!!! That your real!!!! We LOVE YOU!!!!
This was a really hard video to watch. Please please please don't give up! Your gymnastics has gotten so much better over these last few months. If you continue training you could easily make worlds and maybe 2024! Please don't stop competing, you're changing the world for the rest of us, we need you! Don't let one setback ruin your love for the sport. We love you so so so so much!!!!
I was 8 year old when I watched you perform in Beijing.. I am 21 years old now and just as big of a fan. You've taught me to never give up, no matter what. And that dreams have no age limit. You are a champion in every respect and have nothing to be upset about. It's been so amazing to watch you and I genuinely hope we get to see you again.
For you to be competitive at Nationals is already almost beyond belief, and you could have YEARS of elite gymnastics ahead of you if it keeps being fun! The sky's the limit for you, Chellsie, and we are all just so happy to be along for the ride.
You made history and you should be so proud of yourself!! This is only step one and we are cheering you along the way! You are an inspiration to us all, and the best is yet to come!
Chellsie, I never leave comments but I just wanted to add to the chorus of voices. You are incredible and what you've achieved in such a short amount of time has been straight up Herculean. We are so proud of and inspired by everything you've accomplished! I hope you keep on and continue to love training and competing. You are a joy to watch, no matter what the score ends up.
THANK YOU for your light, courage, and strength to follow your heart and do what you love, even when there was no precedent for your journey. Changing the narrative and attitude of a sport is SO much bigger than making a team or winning a medal, and that’s exactly what you are doing. After years of questioning the extreme coaching and selection tactics of the sport, you proved that there is another way, where the athlete has autonomy over their own journey. You have inspired so many people of all backgrounds and ages that we too pursue our passions regardless of norms and traditions. THANK YOU! We are all behind you and cheering for you, wherever this journey takes you. Keep your head up, the victory is in the journey itself! ❤️👑
So...you made gymnastics fun to watch again. I only watched championships bc of you. The documented journey made me feel so connected, and what you have done has made an impact on a lot of people out there. I'd love to see the journey continue!
Take some time for yourself, to heal physically and emotionally. I can't imagine how you must feel, but I hope that you know how much of an inspiration you have been to everybody out there. You have genuinely transformed my life with your journey, and I am so so proud of where you are. You just needed a little more time, and now you have all the time in the world to take a step back, recharge, reset, and go out there and kick some ass. This is just the start!
There is a movement for adults to reclaim their childhood passions. We put so much away to start careers and families. What you are doing is important. You are still representing something bigger than yourself. Keep going. We are all here for you.
Please don’t be hard on yourself. You literally just started this journey after being out for over a decade! It’s absolutely AMAZING that you’ve even gotten this far in one year. I’m so so so so proud of you and I know so many other people are as well.
Chellsie, you are beyond amazing, your family is so precious, and the relationship with your Dad as your coach is truly wonderful. I've enjoyed following your journey and getting to know your family so very much. I truly believe your journey isn't over yet, and I so look forward to following your progress no matter what it is or what you do. God bless!❤
16 years i follow her and this is the first time i see her crying, i feel so bad and sad for her, heartbreaking. She is the badass gymnast but also the unlucky gymnast cause the injuries. But chell is strong and a fighter she proved it in 2008 after her anckle injury. Iam so proud of her and she stay my favorite gymnast and my first hero ❤️
When you started to get upset at how frustrated you were at not doing as well as you hoped I just wanted to give you a huge hug. I love that you are not giving up ❤ You're an inspiration to so many.
As someone who's never done gymnastics, just wanted to tell you that you are an inspiration for so many people, in ways that go far beyond gymnastics! Keep going for as long as it makes you happy and we'll be rooting for you no matter what!
It’s a crazy nervy time to be making a comeback - and these comps were an insane test of those nerves. Now you’ve got them under your belt you’re going to be able to soar...we love you Chellsie!
I have followed your journey from the VERY beginning of your comeback - woke up at the crack of dawn in my country to watch you live at all the competitions. You are wonderful. You are an inspiration. You are strong. You are breaking barriers EVERYWHERE. I cannot wait to see you in your next competition or exhibition or whatever. You are incredible and we are so grateful for courageous women like you who dare to try and do something different, who go out into the world and say let’s see where things go, and who also pick themselves up after a bad day and keep going. We love you, Chellsie!
I've never wanted to reach out through the screen and give a hug so badly!! You have such a huge army of support and your determination and perseverance are an inspiration. I was just laid off with a bunch of people from my job, and it's hard seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. Seeing you pick yourself up, and keep going after hard times, gives me hope.
I'm a 25 year old from Melbourne, Australia and a non gymnast, but I am so awed and inspired by you and am so glad you let us in on this journey. I cried after your first day's performances just to see you out there. Thank you for being open, honest and down to earth. Sending love from across the world
Chellsie, you are the reason I watched the the championships this year and have followed your journey this whole time. What you have already accomplished is so amazing, and knowing that so many others feel the same way is so powerful! You are and will always be one “Chell” of a gymnast, regardless of any off nights!
You were amazing!!! It’s good to have a cry , then Don’t think about day 2 again. Onwards and upwards!! You could have fallen 300000 times and nobody would have cared- we are all just so in awe and so proud of you and your journey!! Thanks for taking us along for the ride. Selfishly I hope that you continue training, but most importantly I hope you follow your JOY, whatever that is.
You’ve only been doing gymnastics again for a year, and you just competed at nationals! That in and of itself is crazy, and the fact that you had the ankle setback too. You can do so much more. You know that, and that’s why not being able to show it is frustrating. But you’re only 32! If gymnastics is still fun, keep doing it :)
I don't think I've ever wanted to reach through a screen and hug someone so much in my life! You have been such an incredible inspiration to so many women and mothers. I'm 41 years old and looking to start back into adult gymnastics. I would have NEVER heard myself speak those words if it wasn't for your inspiration. Truly you are absolute magic and your family is a joy to watch. We all love you!
The end may not have gone how you wanted but don’t forget all the good things that you managed to accomplish. It was huge!!! Your gymnastics looked great and you put a good bit of difficulty in there with good form. Keep having fun with it and challenging yourself! You have inspired a bunch of adults who were sad to lose gymnastics that they could go back and do it again, don’t forget to just take the pressure off and do this for yourself. You should be proud of how far you have come, even with a bummer injury thrown at u!
Chellsie, you're NOT done! There are still people that you continue to inspire and others who will become inspired by you. You were in a class of your own. You've come so far and we will all continue to support you as you move forward. Please continue to show us how you "Memmel Up!"
Oh Chellsie...we are so SO proud of you. You’ve moved mountains this year, and it was more than just learning skills and competing again. You showed us that there’s always more that we can strive for and accomplish, even when the odds seem impossible. I know you’re disappointed in the outcome of this last weekend, but please know that none of us are disappointed in you-we’re all too busy loving you for what you did and looking forward to what comes next, regardless of if that involves gymnastics or not. Thank YOU, Chellsie-you have no idea what this last year of watching and cheering you on has meant to us. You are a true inspiration and motivation, and I hope you know that. ❤️
I have watched most of your videos over the past months and I can’t begin to tell you how proud I am of you. What you have done is AMAZING no matter what your scores are or what place you finish. I’m a 44 year old mom that is finally watching gymnastics again…because of YOU!! Those of us that have watched you practice all this time are so proud of how far you have come. No matter what happens in competition, we KNOW how big a win this comeback is for you! You have retired, birthed two children and have come back to compete right along side of teens and you make it look effortless. Bravo 👏👏👏👏
Love you a Chellsie! No matter what you did out there, it’s OUTSTANDING! your positive attitude is all that matters! and you have already became an inspiration for all, no matter what happens you are the hardest worker out there! you never gave up, and that is why u are my greatest role model!
Chellsie you are the most amazing person not only in the gym but your attitude toward life inspires all of us to strive harder and soar higher. It’s not about your performance, it never was. The power is in the effort and the journey. Thanks for taking us with you on this marvelous ride. I truly hope you continue and to compete. The world has been through such a difficult time. Seeing you out there creates hope for all of us. Gymnastics needs the joy and positivity you bring to the sport. We’re all with you. CHELL YEAH!!!
You definitely shouldn't stop here!!! Night one shows you've got what it takes! It's only your second competition, of course you're going to be a little off! So excited to see what you can do next now you have all this time to upgrade! Chin up, and take care of yourself.
I loved your vulnerability on Day 2, it made me feel so connected to you and reminded me that all you girls are human just like me, and the rest of us. We love you so much and we are rooting for you 🤍 #teamchellsie
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE train for worlds!!!! I was a gymnast for about 20 years. This journey has been amazing and super inspiring to watch! It’s not even inspiration just for gymnasts… it’s for ANYONE who feels like it’s too late to do something they love. You’re showing us that it is NEVER too late!!!
I never sign in to comment but seeing you cry broke my heart. There’s tons of comments talking you up but I just wanted to add to the pile. Chellsie, I hope you have at least a small understanding of how inspirational you are. I won’t try to say you shouldn’t cry because we are more than allowed to cry when we are upset. But I hope you can get back to the gym feeling good about where you are and your place in this sport. You’re normalizing continuing to participate in sport as an adult. And this is life changing for so many people who’ve found your videos. Especially with women, we tend to stop after high school or college. And seeing you out there? I’m sure most of us will never participate in our sports at the level you are participating in yours, but you’ve given this movement of lifelong participation a huge push. Watching you over the past little while has motivated so many people to get back into their sport (or to find their sport!). I’ve seen so many people say that, whether it’s in your comments, in Facebook groups, etc. Personally, despite participating in a completely different sport, your videos have been so insanely motivating and have picked me up numerous times when I’ve been down. I just wanted to comment to sort of pay that forward. This is such a special thing. You got this!
I am so proud of you! I cheered with you and cried for you...happy tears. How many people have the courage and determination to do what you did? Not many. To me you are a hero for so many. Continue to do what makes your soul happy!
I know you were disappointed, but this 35 year old lady thinks that between you are just the absolutely greatest and such a wonderful inspiration and boundary shatterer with this journey. I CANNOT WAIT TO SEE YOU GO TO WORLDS!
I know day 2 didn’t go as expected, but day 1 was SO good and I was so impressed with your gymnastics!!!! It’s a crime they aren’t taking you to trials considering your day 1. And the journey isn’t over yet!!! You could totally make worlds and I’m going to be following you the whole way there!!! I can’t wait to see what you do next and it’s been a privilege watching you compete again.
It has been amazing to watch you, as a real grown woman competing with young girls. Can I just also say, it has been wonderful to see healthy, muscular, strong women of all ages out there. Not malnourished, bony girls trying to subsist on lettuce and water...or whatever low cal diet used to happen. Stay strong, healthy and happy!
Night 1 was so amazing to watch and while Night 2 didn't go as planned, I hope you see all of the people you have inspired here and know that it's only a fraction of the total. (I talked with another mom friend who doesn't follow gymnastics but heard one of your interviews and said she loved you and your attitude.). Hoping that while your time here in TX didn't go as we'd all hoped, that you are proud of your tremendous accomplishments and that your son enjoyed seeing the longhorns at the Stockyards. :)
I’m so proud of you Chelsea. You have shown women all over the world that they don’t have to be done when someone else says that you are. You do you and just keep going until you say your done. Lots of love and encouragement to you. You made all of us so proud.
I hope this was just the first step of your amazing journey. Not everything is about the olympics. There are world championships and many other important competitions. Congratulations on everything you've achieved, and you'll have the people's support no matter what you choose to do next! Love from Sweden! ❤
Chellsie your presence was the highlight of the competition. Regardless of results, you proved that adult gymnastics can be beautiful, exciting and competitive. With a little more time you will meet your own expectations and hit everything cleanly.it’s coming for sure. Chin up! You are amazing!❤️
Chellsie, you’re such a inspiration! I just turned 30 and haven’t done gymnastics in way too long , but because of you I’ve found an adult gymnastics class where I live and plan to go with an old teammate of mine. I loved watching your comeback and following along in your journey. I hope to see you compete again.
Chellsie, I think you may have underestimated just how inspirational your journey has been to so many. Just your attitude about moving forward and the fact that you're out there doing it has been so wonderful to see.
This is just step 1. You did amazing considering how little time you had to prepare and the number of years since you competed. I hope this doesnt discourage you!
Chellsie, I watched you compete when you were younger, but watching you compete now, with kids, and seeing what you've accomplished and how you've pushed the sport forward just by competing with those girls at that level... you've pushed the sport so far and are an inspiration to everyone to never, ever give up and always do what you love. You can tell, you have the biggest heart and the most love for this sport. I am a 36 year old man who follows women's gymnastics pretty closely ever since I was a kid, and just watching you compete and train all I could think was, "This is incredible! Look at her rocking it and competing these hard ass skills at this age!" I was just BLOWN. AWAY. You've proven that age is just a number and you've inspired so many young girls and athletes in general to just keep reaching for greatness. You have nothing to have regrets, or sadness, or anything over. You've raised the bar in the sport and been like, No, I'm not done at 18-20. I'm not done." It has been my honor to watch your journey and I can't wait to see what you do next.
I really hope you know how grateful we all are to be allowed to witness you come back! You can be so proud of yourself, you’ve truly shown that nothing is impossible. Obviously really devestating that your petition was denied, we all know you would have deserved competing... It‘s been an absolutely wonderful journey, see you at worlds! #ChellYeah
Your love of the sport showed through in your performances and I love the dance through of your floor routine....it is a perfect match...stay strong and positive...you are an inspiration!
Chellsie, as a 12 year old I watched you in Anaheim win Worlds in 2003 and you were my inspiration for continuing my gymnastics career then. I can say watching you compete this weekend was even MORE inspiring, regardless of where you placed! I'm working hard on getting back into shape after a very long illness so I can start tumbling again. Thanks to you! You have been and are an inspiration to us all! If it brings you joy, keep going!
Can’t wait to see you compete again! I’m marveled that you managed to get back to your former level after so many years! Truly inspirational! You going out there and giving your best and enjoying it for me is everything!
I have watched you since 2008 Olympics you have faced adversity and injuries with grace and dignity and most important you've never given up. This isn't the end This shows your tenacity and physical mental strength, Go Chellsie you got this
I don't know how I found your videos but following your journey has been so important to me this year. I'm 36 yo and left my job to go back to school and become a nurse in a high-ranked, accelerated program. Whenever I feel stressed or overwhelmed I think about how you get to the gym every week, push through rough days, take risks, put yourself out there!! You are such an inspiration to me. Women can go chase dreams and challenge themselves at any age. I knew NOTHING about gymnastics before discovering your channel and I've developed a huge interest in the sport. What you've accomplished in this short time, physically and mentally and emotionally, during a PANDEMIC...you should be so proud!!! Can't wait to see what you do next!!
Big hugs, you are amazing! And the courage to keep showing up is epic and wonderful. You are a true champ. Heartbreaking to see your sadness, but I'm sure we'd all feel sad in your shoes too. What you accomplished day 1 was epic, amazing, inspiring. I mean, your official comeback was less than a year ago and you spent HALF that time injured! Whatever you do next, you have the support and love of your fans. Really crossing my fingers to see that spectacular floor routine someday
Chellsie, you are a QUEEN. My absolute biggest role model. My whole gym, every boy and girl on out team, is in awe of you. If being in the gym makes you happy, keep doing it, and the results don’t mean nothing. You’ve inspired children, women, and men across the world. I consider that a job well done.
It hurts my heart to see you crying. I was disappointed for you , knowing how frustrated you must have been with Sundays meet. But gosh Chellsie, you have moved mountains in such a short time. You have made such a difference in the sport, this has meant so much to all retired gymnasts, moms and just women over age 32! Please dont be sad! We love you and I cant wait to see what else you do.
1000% agree!
AMEN!!!!!❤️
This!!!!!
Yes!! Perfectly said!!
Couldn’t have said it better!!
Raise your hand if you cried with Chellsie at the end 🙋🏼♀️ We love you!! You’re going to rock Worlds. Legit.
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You went to Nationals! Just think, you didn’t even want to look at your grips a year ago. It’s not over. Thank you for taking us along with you. So much love.
Less than a yr ago even!
Right?! It's insane that she's throwing these skills with so little time back in the gym!
@@karyon1007 not even Simone returned to elite this fast!! I mean Chellsie hadn't done a DTY (that wasn't a soft landing mat in the foam pit) since 2006 I think was what she said... I was shocked that she added bars so quickly!!! I swear if she had just another month... Vault, bars & beam would be rock SOLID and I think she probably could do floor... I saw a video of her dance thru on podium and I reeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeally want/NEED to see it full out because it looks BADASS!!! I'm hoping that she goes to worlds and kicks ass & wins some medals.. it may show other gymnasts that age is a number & shouldn't be an expiration date on their career! It's true of anything really... I hope she continues because she's only going to get even better 💜🙌🙌
@@tavisha I truly agree with you
Girl I literally cried every time you saluted. I wouldn’t have even cared if you face planted on every event. You’re a beacon of literal hope to every woman who has been out of her sport and thinks it’s over. I was a gymnast and I also did collegiate track and field. I felt like my journey was over, until I watched you. It’s because of YOU that I’m even running again! Thank for sparking a fire into our hearts Chellsie! You the woman.
I hope Chellsie sees this comment because it’s SO true!
this made me cry
@@grrlsports aww thank you!
Selfishly, what you’re doing is so important to me. I am 45, my kids are all teenagers and adults and I was feeling like my life was over. Like I was too old to be any good. Then I started watching your journey. You inspire me. I’m so proud of you and so so thankful that you’re willing to put yourself out there.
I have decided I’m going to college and my goal is to go to law school and work for Legal Aid. Without you, Chellsie, I wouldn’t have had the courage. Thank you. 💕
You’re super inspiring! I wish you the best in your goals!
Me too! I am not kidding when I say Chelsea makes me want to live more!
yes!! that’s amazing, good luck!
Wow! This stranger on the internet sure is proud of you, Dawn!! 💗
That's amazing! Good luck!!
I’m 40 years old, but I still want a shirt that says, “I wanna be Chellsie Memmel when I grow up.”
Me, too - where can I purchase said shirt??
I’m 51 and Same!
Same!!
That is a *great* idea.
I will buy that shirt too!
In a short amount of time doing full routines, you’re already world-level competitive! With more numbers in all the events, I can 100% see you on the Worlds team!!
Absolutely
Right on!
Agreed!!!
Yeah it's crazy even with the ankle injury showing up and doing competitive skills!! So much to be proud of!
That is what I was thinking!
So proud of how you’ve turned a “let me get back into shape” into let me compete against the USA’s best. You’re amazing! When I saw you salute on bars, I didn’t see someone who “called it,” I saw a grown woman who knew her body and decided it wasn’t right. We’re still cheering for you!!!
YES!!!
100%!!!! That was not giving up. That was the wisdom of knowing when to stop! Big difference!
I'm so glad to hear that it's not the end of the road because the only issue for you was how late you started your comeback. I was hoping all along that that was not your only goal. You have so much great gymnastics to do yet.
And her unfortunate injury 🙁. I’m hoping for a Worlds appearance!
Agreed!!
I agree 100%! She barely had any time to train, and there was obviously a major lack in opportunities to help get back in the groove of competing. And, with the all-around team down to 4 this year, it’s even more difficult to earn a spot… especially considering how many amazing gymnasts there are this year.
Chellsie, you know Paris is only 3 years away..... We're in it for the long haul if you are.
You are loved with an everlasting love, Chellsie. Don't forget that.
And unconditional!
Yes!
yes to that
Not religious but saying an amen to that.
Just scrolling through these comments, its safe to say, that Chellsie Memmel has THE BEST fans! Impossible to not tear up with you. While Day 2 did not go the way you hoped, you are still such an inspiration. It's crazy to think, that even this time this year, you had not said it was a comeback and its absolutely amazing to see how far you came in that short amount of time. I'm glad that you haven't called it quits, and excited to see you continue on this journey where ever it takes you! #ChellYeah
I cannot fathom the courage required for you to do this so publicly. To push yourself this hard, to step in front of all the cameras and then do what no one - NO ONE - has done before...is unbelievable. To subject yourself to people's judgment of your performance, when none of them can know or understand what all of this might mean to you...is so brave. SE Wisco continues to cheer you on simply for doing what you love to do, and letting the world watch you love it.
Be gentle on yourself. You've been doing bars for LESS THAN A YEAR. When you talked the night before the meet, it was obvious nerves were threatening to overtake you. If you're going to keep going, I suggest lining up a sports psychologist to get a few tools to pull out when you need to push the nerves out of your way. Because the skills are THERE. We've all watched you - we've all seen them. You've felt them. Andy doesn't just toss out "there you go!" every single time, you know. Your body can do this. Your head just needs to get out of your body's way.
This is a great idea!
Please make a "Chellsie is my hero" shirt. It's true and I want that shirt. Heck, if you don't make it, I'll make it. So dang proud of you. You made watching gymnastics interesting and entertaining for me again. My 2 year old daughter and I played "gymnastics" while watching the entire competition on TV and I thought of how amazing your daughter must think her mama is. Way to go!
I will buy a Chelsea is my hero shirt!
I will buy a Chellsie is my hero shirt and wear it so proudly!!!
Yes! Yes! Yes! I would totally wear that!
I would buy one
Chellsie, I found a gym near me that just started adult gymnastics classes and I'm so excited to try it for the first time at 31. :) Thank you for the inspiration and motivation!
Seeing you so sad is breaking my heart! It's understandable to be disappointed but literally every single person that's followed this journey thus far is SO proud and SO inspired by you! Everything you have accomplished is incredible! You competed at freakin nationals! Watching the broadcast and seeing your husband tear up for you actually made me sob. You're an icon! Never forget that!!!
Chellsie, I thank YOU from the bottom of my heart for showing us 30+ gals that it is NEVER too late to chase our dreams. The way you are handling this setback is an example to any athlete on how to respond to adversity and hard times. Seriously. Thank you.
Being able to be there to watch you in person was absolutely amazing! Literally the only athlete who got louder cheers than you in the entire meet was Simone. It was so awesome seeing how much love and support you had in that stadium. Everyone was in your corner! My 7 yr old and I were sitting right above the vault landing and were cheering for you during warmups! I can’t wait to continue to watch your journey! Because of you I have started training again. I quit after level 9 in 2004. I’m 33 now. I’ve found that the biggest challenge is getting the endurance back! I’m also being very cautious on floor and vault because I’m worried my joints won’t be able to take the impact! But you’ve pushed me to get back to my first love, and I’m forever grateful for you!!! Way to go!
I live in Texas and I'm disabled and I love gymnastics I watched Chelsea compete in the Olympics with Shawn Johnson and nastia that was the year I fell in love with gymnastics I'm 36 I play piano and have been teaching myself for 2 years I played my first classical piece a few weeks ago it's an amazing feeling I've always dreamed of playing piano chellsie is the woman I'd love to be friends with she's really down to earth which is why Im a huge fan I'm so happy your doing gymnastics again ! I think that gymnastics should have two age brackets for the younger girls so older elite athletes have a chance to go to the Olympics and do meets for women in their30s and 40s because most gymnasts retire after college is over because their is nothing in place for none of these women to continue doing what you love to do! I love watching people do things I never could do. You should document your gymnastic journey as well!❤
I’m 35 and getting back in the gym too ♥️♥️♥️
Chellsie, you weren't expecting to win Nationals when you started working again. You were clearly doing it because you loved doing gymnastics. Everytime you get up in front of judges you're bound to be nervous - and you didn't have the year of practice in front of audiences and build up to your first competition on the national stage. I'm guessing it will go better next time. Even if you never win a competition again, keep doing what you love. You inspire us all.
She might not win an all around but damn I don't believe she could win an event final. Putting people half her age to shame.
The progress you've made is outstanding, and if there was any question in your mind as to if you could contend with the top girls, I hope night 1 put that right to bed!! Really looking forward to seeing where else this journey goes, and congratulations on what you've done so far!!
I am a life-long gymnastics fan and can confidently say that your journey back to competition is one of the (if not the single) most inspiring, captivating, and joyous stories to come out of gymnastics. Thank you for taking along with you, and I know that we all look forward to and support whatever your future holds in and out of the gym.
Chellsie, you had this 42 year old man in tears with you! I HOPE you feel like you want to keep going, but I am so proud of your achievement thus far! You are an inspiration to me and so many others. It has been a JOY to watch and root for you! And I will continue that, whether it's (hopefully) training to see what you can do by World's, or cheering you on on the next leg of your journey! CHELL YEAH!
Your journey proved that the old system of training is an injury zone to so many. You showed that by steering your training a different way and not running yourself into the ground, you can achieve amazing results. I'm so proud of you. Thank you for showing of the world that gymnastics isn’t just a sport for a little girls. It is truly a women’s sport!
Because of you, I went ahead and applied for adult education jobs. I am now a teacher, teaching adults language and communication skills for career advancement. Showing my students that it is never too late for your goals, for doing what you love and what you've always wanted is one of my favorite things to do. Not only have you inspired me, but indirectly, each and every one of my students.
Hope to see you at Worlds
I know everyone gets excited about what Simone is doing and she is amazing but I watched the Classics and the Nationals to see YOU!! I have watched your journey over the past year and during a crazy, upside-down time in the world, you have been a source of joy when everything else just seems depressing. Thank you for taking us along your journey and inspiring us to not give up on our dreams. You are a champion and I could not be more proud of you 💜
Omg it absolutely breaks my heart to see you cry about your performance day 2. You have achieved so much this year. Keep breaking the mould. We are all rooting for you. This is the most excited I have been watching gymnastics in a long time.
Just over here crying my eyes out. I’ve never been so proud of someone I don’t know personally. Chellsie, your comeback has meant so much to so many of us. Thank you so much. Sending hugs from Virginia!
If you haven’t already go and have a good cry, get yourself a dairy milk caramel as a lil treat and remember all the things you accomplished. Day 1 was epic! Both me and my mum cried watching you hit those routines. So day 2 was a little rough, but you were out there!! You’re an inspiration to so many of us.
"The one who falls and gets up is stronger than the one who never tried. Do not fear failure but rather fear not trying."
-Roy T. Bennett
It was the nerves that got to you and that is of course only natural after 9 years of not competing. Other younger athletes who have been training all along also had some falls and errors. But you started the bars from nothing and put together a routine in such short notice - and you were amazing. The vaults were awesome and the beam was great too. You have stuck that arabian in all your practises so it was obviously only the nerves and probably the impact from all the training and hard landings. But others fell too. I'm so glad to hear that you will not stop because so many of us have been glued to your videos and inspired to tears following your journey. There more great things ahead for you and the hardest part has passed and that was the first competitions - it can only get better from here on in. Good luck - you are a fantastic role model for your kids. Always follow your dreams and don't be afraid to fail or fall because that it was makes us better and stronger. Looking forward to following more of your videos.
"I'm not gonna say I'm done yet." Wow. Such an Inspiration. She really has a heart of a champion
I agree that this was just step 1. Youve been managing your energy in the gym this past year plus, now you gotta figure out energy management for competition especially those 2 dayers.....two competitions a couple weeks apart. YOWZERS and you did it!!
This video is the best gymnastics footage I have seen in a very long time. You have no idea how this honesty, heartbreak, and sadness on display is so important for others to see. You let us see the pain of it all. And then you let us see the real magic, that you aren’t stopping now. That the disappointment can be devastating but you can still move forward in a journey. In a world of carefully crafted Social Media posts only showing success, you showed us what happens behind the scenes that makes people successful. You truly are a so special.
Amen
I am not one to comment a lot on RUclips videos, but Chellsie, you are such an inspiration. I really hope you réalise that even making it to championships was a huge accomplishment.
Day 1 was awesome and as you said, Day 2 wasn’t your day but still you made it. You pulled through because you love it !
Your journey isn’t over, I really hope to see you in later competitions, because if you keep going, I just know you’re going to be an even bigger force in the sport.
Good luck for what’s next, we are all behind you !
PS : being French, I can’t help but hope Paris 2024 is maybe in your mind...
I'm not here to tell you to go for Worlds or not go for Worlds. That's a personal decision. I AM here to tell you that you are one of the most courageous human beings on the planet. Gymnastics is rough. Physically and mentally. Know that your fans are proud of you no matter what you decide.
You are teaching your children and so many others how to be resilient and that’s so important. You are processing the emotions and dealing with them and that’s so valuable. It doesn’t make any of us love or appreciate you less. Hold your head high and be proud of trying. You are awesome. Remember too what your dad said about you years ago: his little girl doesn’t crash into barriers; she goes around them and keeps going.
Well said. Life is not all unicorns and rainbows. Coping with disappointments is essential for continued success and mental wellbeing.
I am not one to comment on videos, but I just appreciate you showing how meaningful it is to continue working, competing and enjoying what you do through all the ups and downs. I think the media tends to want to focus on successes constantly, but it is the whole journey that is gorgeous -- and everyone has off days and I love that you show us yours. I feel your disappointment after today, and we all were sad with you, but you are an absolute inspiration and I hope you journey on proudly!
It physically gives me pain to see you upset, but really, even night 2 of championships it was still so awesome to watch you compete. Whether you decide to try for worlds or not, being able to come with you on this journey has been inspirational, and I can't wait for it to continue!!! We're all behind you girl!!!
I posted this elsewhere, but I'll say it again.
PAY ATTENTION: She got back up & resumed her routine(s) this is what makes a champion.
I was bawling watching you on Saturday and my husband was like "what is making you so upset?" And I said I am not upset, I am inspired. Look at this woman! 32 years old, and her children and husband are in the stands watching her compete after she retired in 2012! And he was just blown away by that idea.
Chellsie you listen to us!!! YOU ARE BEYOND AMAZING!!!!! Your a champion, an amazing role model, and WONDERFUL because of your heart!!!! Your identity is not that your an Olympic gymnast or not... won nationals or not... your identity is that you are a child of God, you have a heart of GOLD, and your truly a compassionate and caring person! THAT IS WHY WE LOVE YOU SOOOOOO MUCH! What draws us to you is your heart!!! That your real!!!! We LOVE YOU!!!!
I'm glad you're not stopping, I don't even know you but I feel so proud of you! Chell yeah!
This was a really hard video to watch. Please please please don't give up! Your gymnastics has gotten so much better over these last few months. If you continue training you could easily make worlds and maybe 2024! Please don't stop competing, you're changing the world for the rest of us, we need you! Don't let one setback ruin your love for the sport. We love you so so so so much!!!!
I was 8 year old when I watched you perform in Beijing.. I am 21 years old now and just as big of a fan. You've taught me to never give up, no matter what. And that dreams have no age limit. You are a champion in every respect and have nothing to be upset about. It's been so amazing to watch you and I genuinely hope we get to see you again.
For you to be competitive at Nationals is already almost beyond belief, and you could have YEARS of elite gymnastics ahead of you if it keeps being fun! The sky's the limit for you, Chellsie, and we are all just so happy to be along for the ride.
You made history and you should be so proud of yourself!! This is only step one and we are cheering you along the way! You are an inspiration to us all, and the best is yet to come!
My thoughts exactly!!
Chellsie, I never leave comments but I just wanted to add to the chorus of voices. You are incredible and what you've achieved in such a short amount of time has been straight up Herculean. We are so proud of and inspired by everything you've accomplished!
I hope you keep on and continue to love training and competing. You are a joy to watch, no matter what the score ends up.
THANK YOU for your light, courage, and strength to follow your heart and do what you love, even when there was no precedent for your journey. Changing the narrative and attitude of a sport is SO much bigger than making a team or winning a medal, and that’s exactly what you are doing. After years of questioning the extreme coaching and selection tactics of the sport, you proved that there is another way, where the athlete has autonomy over their own journey. You have inspired so many people of all backgrounds and ages that we too pursue our passions regardless of norms and traditions. THANK YOU! We are all behind you and cheering for you, wherever this journey takes you. Keep your head up, the victory is in the journey itself! ❤️👑
So...you made gymnastics fun to watch again. I only watched championships bc of you. The documented journey made me feel so connected, and what you have done has made an impact on a lot of people out there. I'd love to see the journey continue!
Take some time for yourself, to heal physically and emotionally. I can't imagine how you must feel, but I hope that you know how much of an inspiration you have been to everybody out there. You have genuinely transformed my life with your journey, and I am so so proud of where you are. You just needed a little more time, and now you have all the time in the world to take a step back, recharge, reset, and go out there and kick some ass. This is just the start!
There is a movement for adults to reclaim their childhood passions. We put so much away to start careers and families. What you are doing is important. You are still representing something bigger than yourself. Keep going. We are all here for you.
Who else hits 'likes' before they hear a single word.? 😁. You're loved Chellsie and a true inspiration to thousand of people Chellsie ❤️❤️❤️
Please don’t be hard on yourself. You literally just started this journey after being out for over a decade! It’s absolutely AMAZING that you’ve even gotten this far in one year. I’m so so so so proud of you and I know so many other people are as well.
Chellsie, you are beyond amazing, your family is so precious, and the relationship with your Dad as your coach is truly wonderful. I've enjoyed following your journey and getting to know your family so very much. I truly believe your journey isn't over yet, and I so look forward to following your progress no matter what it is or what you do. God bless!❤
16 years i follow her and this is the first time i see her crying, i feel so bad and sad for her, heartbreaking. She is the badass gymnast but also the unlucky gymnast cause the injuries. But chell is strong and a fighter she proved it in 2008 after her anckle injury. Iam so proud of her and she stay my favorite gymnast and my first hero ❤️
When you started to get upset at how frustrated you were at not doing as well as you hoped I just wanted to give you a huge hug. I love that you are not giving up ❤ You're an inspiration to so many.
As someone who's never done gymnastics, just wanted to tell you that you are an inspiration for so many people, in ways that go far beyond gymnastics! Keep going for as long as it makes you happy and we'll be rooting for you no matter what!
It’s a crazy nervy time to be making a comeback - and these comps were an insane test of those nerves. Now you’ve got them under your belt you’re going to be able to soar...we love you Chellsie!
I have followed your journey from the VERY beginning of your comeback - woke up at the crack of dawn in my country to watch you live at all the competitions. You are wonderful. You are an inspiration. You are strong. You are breaking barriers EVERYWHERE. I cannot wait to see you in your next competition or exhibition or whatever. You are incredible and we are so grateful for courageous women like you who dare to try and do something different, who go out into the world and say let’s see where things go, and who also pick themselves up after a bad day and keep going. We love you, Chellsie!
I've never wanted to reach out through the screen and give a hug so badly!! You have such a huge army of support and your determination and perseverance are an inspiration. I was just laid off with a bunch of people from my job, and it's hard seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. Seeing you pick yourself up, and keep going after hard times, gives me hope.
I'm a 25 year old from Melbourne, Australia and a non gymnast, but I am so awed and inspired by you and am so glad you let us in on this journey. I cried after your first day's performances just to see you out there. Thank you for being open, honest and down to earth. Sending love from across the world
Chellsie, you are the reason I watched the the championships this year and have followed your journey this whole time. What you have already accomplished is so amazing, and knowing that so many others feel the same way is so powerful! You are and will always be one “Chell” of a gymnast, regardless of any off nights!
You were amazing!!! It’s good to have a cry , then Don’t think about day 2 again. Onwards and upwards!! You could have fallen 300000 times and nobody would have cared- we are all just so in awe and so proud of you and your journey!! Thanks for taking us along for the ride. Selfishly I hope that you continue training, but most importantly I hope you follow your JOY, whatever that is.
You’ve only been doing gymnastics again for a year, and you just competed at nationals! That in and of itself is crazy, and the fact that you had the ankle setback too. You can do so much more. You know that, and that’s why not being able to show it is frustrating. But you’re only 32! If gymnastics is still fun, keep doing it :)
I don't think I've ever wanted to reach through a screen and hug someone so much in my life! You have been such an incredible inspiration to so many women and mothers. I'm 41 years old and looking to start back into adult gymnastics. I would have NEVER heard myself speak those words if it wasn't for your inspiration. Truly you are absolute magic and your family is a joy to watch. We all love you!
The end may not have gone how you wanted but don’t forget all the good things that you managed to accomplish. It was huge!!! Your gymnastics looked great and you put a good bit of difficulty in there with good form. Keep having fun with it and challenging yourself! You have inspired a bunch of adults who were sad to lose gymnastics that they could go back and do it again, don’t forget to just take the pressure off and do this for yourself. You should be proud of how far you have come, even with a bummer injury thrown at u!
Chellsie, you're NOT done! There are still people that you continue to inspire and others who will become inspired by you. You were in a class of your own. You've come so far and we will all continue to support you as you move forward. Please continue to show us how you "Memmel Up!"
Oh Chellsie...we are so SO proud of you. You’ve moved mountains this year, and it was more than just learning skills and competing again. You showed us that there’s always more that we can strive for and accomplish, even when the odds seem impossible. I know you’re disappointed in the outcome of this last weekend, but please know that none of us are disappointed in you-we’re all too busy loving you for what you did and looking forward to what comes next, regardless of if that involves gymnastics or not.
Thank YOU, Chellsie-you have no idea what this last year of watching and cheering you on has meant to us. You are a true inspiration and motivation, and I hope you know that. ❤️
I have watched most of your videos over the past months and I can’t begin to tell you how proud I am of you. What you have done is AMAZING no matter what your scores are or what place you finish. I’m a 44 year old mom that is finally watching gymnastics again…because of YOU!! Those of us that have watched you practice all this time are so proud of how far you have come. No matter what happens in competition, we KNOW how big a win this comeback is for you! You have retired, birthed two children and have come back to compete right along side of teens and you make it look effortless. Bravo 👏👏👏👏
Love you a Chellsie! No matter what you did out there, it’s OUTSTANDING! your positive attitude is all that matters! and you have already became an inspiration for all, no matter what happens you are the hardest worker out there! you never gave up, and that is why u are my greatest role model!
Chellsie you are the most amazing person not only in the gym but your attitude toward life inspires all of us to strive harder and soar higher. It’s not about your performance, it never was. The power is in the effort and the journey. Thanks for taking us with you on this marvelous ride. I truly hope you continue and to compete. The world has been through such a difficult time. Seeing you out there creates hope for all of us. Gymnastics needs the joy and positivity you bring to the sport. We’re all with you. CHELL YEAH!!!
When even the thumbnail is giving you the feels.
I know right!!!
You definitely shouldn't stop here!!! Night one shows you've got what it takes! It's only your second competition, of course you're going to be a little off! So excited to see what you can do next now you have all this time to upgrade! Chin up, and take care of yourself.
First two day competition too
I loved your vulnerability on Day 2, it made me feel so connected to you and reminded me that all you girls are human just like me, and the rest of us. We love you so much and we are rooting for you 🤍 #teamchellsie
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE train for worlds!!!! I was a gymnast for about 20 years. This journey has been amazing and super inspiring to watch! It’s not even inspiration just for gymnasts… it’s for ANYONE who feels like it’s too late to do something they love. You’re showing us that it is NEVER too late!!!
I never sign in to comment but seeing you cry broke my heart. There’s tons of comments talking you up but I just wanted to add to the pile.
Chellsie, I hope you have at least a small understanding of how inspirational you are. I won’t try to say you shouldn’t cry because we are more than allowed to cry when we are upset. But I hope you can get back to the gym feeling good about where you are and your place in this sport.
You’re normalizing continuing to participate in sport as an adult. And this is life changing for so many people who’ve found your videos. Especially with women, we tend to stop after high school or college. And seeing you out there? I’m sure most of us will never participate in our sports at the level you are participating in yours, but you’ve given this movement of lifelong participation a huge push. Watching you over the past little while has motivated so many people to get back into their sport (or to find their sport!). I’ve seen so many people say that, whether it’s in your comments, in Facebook groups, etc. Personally, despite participating in a completely different sport, your videos have been so insanely motivating and have picked me up numerous times when I’ve been down. I just wanted to comment to sort of pay that forward.
This is such a special thing. You got this!
I am so proud of you! I cheered with you and cried for you...happy tears. How many people have the courage and determination to do what you did? Not many. To me you are a hero for so many. Continue to do what makes your soul happy!
Such a grateful, humble, world-class athlete and person. Well done. 👏🏻👏🏻
I know you were disappointed, but this 35 year old lady thinks that between you are just the absolutely greatest and such a wonderful inspiration and boundary shatterer with this journey. I CANNOT WAIT TO SEE YOU GO TO WORLDS!
I know day 2 didn’t go as expected, but day 1 was SO good and I was so impressed with your gymnastics!!!! It’s a crime they aren’t taking you to trials considering your day 1. And the journey isn’t over yet!!! You could totally make worlds and I’m going to be following you the whole way there!!! I can’t wait to see what you do next and it’s been a privilege watching you compete again.
It has been amazing to watch you, as a real grown woman competing with young girls. Can I just also say, it has been wonderful to see healthy, muscular, strong women of all ages out there. Not malnourished, bony girls trying to subsist on lettuce and water...or whatever low cal diet used to happen. Stay strong, healthy and happy!
Night 1 was so amazing to watch and while Night 2 didn't go as planned, I hope you see all of the people you have inspired here and know that it's only a fraction of the total. (I talked with another mom friend who doesn't follow gymnastics but heard one of your interviews and said she loved you and your attitude.).
Hoping that while your time here in TX didn't go as we'd all hoped, that you are proud of your tremendous accomplishments and that your son enjoyed seeing the longhorns at the Stockyards. :)
I’m so proud of you Chelsea. You have shown women all over the world that they don’t have to be done when someone else says that you are. You do you and just keep going until you say your done. Lots of love and encouragement to you. You made all of us so proud.
I hope this was just the first step of your amazing journey. Not everything is about the olympics. There are world championships and many other important competitions. Congratulations on everything you've achieved, and you'll have the people's support no matter what you choose to do next! Love from Sweden! ❤
Chellsie your presence was the highlight of the competition. Regardless of results, you proved that adult gymnastics can be beautiful, exciting and competitive. With a little more time you will meet your own expectations and hit everything cleanly.it’s coming for sure. Chin up! You are amazing!❤️
Chellsie, you’re such a inspiration! I just turned 30 and haven’t done gymnastics in way too long , but because of you I’ve found an adult gymnastics class where I live and plan to go with an old teammate of mine. I loved watching your comeback and following along in your journey. I hope to see you compete again.
Chellsie, I think you may have underestimated just how inspirational your journey has been to so many. Just your attitude about moving forward and the fact that you're out there doing it has been so wonderful to see.
This is just step 1. You did amazing considering how little time you had to prepare and the number of years since you competed. I hope this doesnt discourage you!
Chellsie, I watched you compete when you were younger, but watching you compete now, with kids, and seeing what you've accomplished and how you've pushed the sport forward just by competing with those girls at that level... you've pushed the sport so far and are an inspiration to everyone to never, ever give up and always do what you love. You can tell, you have the biggest heart and the most love for this sport. I am a 36 year old man who follows women's gymnastics pretty closely ever since I was a kid, and just watching you compete and train all I could think was, "This is incredible! Look at her rocking it and competing these hard ass skills at this age!" I was just BLOWN. AWAY. You've proven that age is just a number and you've inspired so many young girls and athletes in general to just keep reaching for greatness. You have nothing to have regrets, or sadness, or anything over. You've raised the bar in the sport and been like, No, I'm not done at 18-20. I'm not done." It has been my honor to watch your journey and I can't wait to see what you do next.
WE LOVE YOU!!! Hate to see cry. You are SO freaking good. Keep, it up girl, we absolutely love you.
I really hope you know how grateful we all are to be allowed to witness you come back! You can be so proud of yourself, you’ve truly shown that nothing is impossible. Obviously really devestating that your petition was denied, we all know you would have deserved competing... It‘s been an absolutely wonderful journey, see you at worlds! #ChellYeah
Your love of the sport showed through in your performances and I love the dance through of your floor routine....it is a perfect match...stay strong and positive...you are an inspiration!
Chellsie, as a 12 year old I watched you in Anaheim win Worlds in 2003 and you were my inspiration for continuing my gymnastics career then. I can say watching you compete this weekend was even MORE inspiring, regardless of where you placed! I'm working hard on getting back into shape after a very long illness so I can start tumbling again. Thanks to you! You have been and are an inspiration to us all! If it brings you joy, keep going!
Can’t wait to see you compete again! I’m marveled that you managed to get back to your former level after so many years! Truly inspirational! You going out there and giving your best and enjoying it for me is everything!
I have watched you since 2008 Olympics you have faced adversity and injuries with grace and dignity and most important you've never given up. This isn't the end This shows your tenacity and physical mental strength, Go Chellsie you got this
You were still incredible. Mistakes dont change how cool this journey is.
I don't know how I found your videos but following your journey has been so important to me this year. I'm 36 yo and left my job to go back to school and become a nurse in a high-ranked, accelerated program. Whenever I feel stressed or overwhelmed I think about how you get to the gym every week, push through rough days, take risks, put yourself out there!!
You are such an inspiration to me. Women can go chase dreams and challenge themselves at any age. I knew NOTHING about gymnastics before discovering your channel and I've developed a huge interest in the sport.
What you've accomplished in this short time, physically and mentally and emotionally, during a PANDEMIC...you should be so proud!!! Can't wait to see what you do next!!
Big hugs, you are amazing! And the courage to keep showing up is epic and wonderful. You are a true champ. Heartbreaking to see your sadness, but I'm sure we'd all feel sad in your shoes too. What you accomplished day 1 was epic, amazing, inspiring. I mean, your official comeback was less than a year ago and you spent HALF that time injured! Whatever you do next, you have the support and love of your fans. Really crossing my fingers to see that spectacular floor routine someday
Chellsie, you are a QUEEN. My absolute biggest role model. My whole gym, every boy and girl on out team, is in awe of you. If being in the gym makes you happy, keep doing it, and the results don’t mean nothing. You’ve inspired children, women, and men across the world. I consider that a job well done.