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Defying Gravity: The Untold Story of Women's Gymnastics (2020–2020) — sports on YouTube
About Defying Gravity: The Untold Story of Women's Gymnastics
This series ended on September 21, 2020. It was a documentary series available on YouTube that explored the sport of women's gymnastics, highlighting its milestones, challenges, and the personal stories of athletes. The show examined how gymnasts navigate the pressures of the sport while maintaining their mental health and self-expression, often confronting issues such as body image, ageism, and abuse. It aimed to shed light on both the triumphs and darker aspects of gymnastics, offering an in-depth look at the resilience required to succeed in this demanding sport.
Defying Gravity: The Untold Story of Women's Gymnastics was a documentary series that first premiered in 2020. Each episode delved into different facets of the sport, from the athletes' dedication and perseverance to the broader cultural and societal issues faced by gymnasts. The series also included personal accounts from survivors of abuse, illustrating the complex environment in which gymnasts develop their skills and identities. It provided a comprehensive perspective on the sport’s evolution and the ongoing challenges faced by competitors.
The show has a runtime of approximately 38 minutes per episode and consisted of a single season with six episodes.
Defying Gravity: The Untold Story of Women's Gymnastics episode schedule
6 aired
Aired · 6
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| September 21, 2020 | S1·E6 | Building a World-Class Gymnastics Team |
| September 21, 2020 | S1·E5 | Abuse and Healing in Women's Gymnastics |
| September 21, 2020 | S1·E4 | Unlocking Gymnastics' Most Powerful Event: The Vault |
| September 21, 2020 | S1·E3 | The Aggressive Mentality of Balance Beam |
| September 21, 2020 | S1·E2 | Uneven Bars: The Closest Thing To Flying |
| September 21, 2020 | S1·E1 | How Gymnasts Find Their Voice on the Floor |