Simone Biles’ coach says gymnast suffered from ‘twisties’ before 2016 Olympics

Simone Biles, five years before her 2016 Olympics, experienced the "twisties," a condition causing gymnasts to lose orientation in the air, leading to dangerous falls. Aimee Boorman, her coach, detailed these struggles in her book, explaining that Biles first encountered the twisties at age 16 during high-pressure world championships, hindering her ability to perform crucial twists until she regained control ahead of the 2016 Olympics. Despite this, Biles excelled, earning 14 medals and expressing no qualms about competing in the 2028 Games, showing resilience despite her past challenges.