Amazing costumes, breathtaking artistry, and outstanding athleticism. No wonder figure skating is a Winter Olympics must-watch for millions of people. With the 2022 games fast approaching, Dr. Ellen Geminiani of Boston Children’s Sports Medicine Division has some insights for aspiring athletes watching these spectacles on ice.
“I hope young skaters will think about how much preparation it takes for an athlete to make it to the Olympics. Every single one of those skaters has worked incredibly hard for years.” As a long-time physician for Team USA, she should know. But, she adds, “almost anyone who makes it to that level also loves to skate. That’s key. If you’re going to dedicate your life to something, you’ve got to love what you’re doing.”
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