You only need to look at the current book reviews to see the personalities that that could/would endure that level of 'coaching' that 'got results'
My question is - would those athletes still succeed with an Aimee Boorman style coach and would an athlete like Simone even get to elite level with...
I now understand why so many elite gymnasts are often highly religious. You absolutely need an unwavering faith in a higher power to put up with the abusive treatment and being perpetually injured.
Miller is on of those gymnasts that I consider to be successful despite the coach. Physically talented and driven enough to overcome the lack of coaching talent and poor choices.
I'm curious to know where her vault is at. After the balking episode it seemed to really go downhill. Plus she opted not to vault at euros after her spatfest start on beam.
In her post opting out of nationals, Georgia said she was prioritising mental, emotional and physical well being. She stated that she isn't injured. Looks like she has had some time away and now back in the gym since that post.