Life in the day of Aliya Mustafina

An intimate portrait film about one of the greatest gymnasts ever, Aliya Mustafina алия мустафина. Released in 2020 on Olympic Channel.
Our previous film mixes gymnastics with fashion and can be seen at this link: • GYMNAST - Fashion film...
Showing Queen Aliya in the gym, on bars, on floor, at home in Moscow, with daughter Alisa.
Speaking about Aly Raisman and Simone Biles.

[@karenwilliams8226]

I named my youngest daughter after you, Aliya ... you're amazing and perfection personified... 💖💖💖

[@nondescriptbeing5944]

there’s a good chance if I had a daughter I’d name her some combination of Aliya Viktoria. It helps that they’re also beautiful names to match their gymnastics

[@enginduzu]

This is the the most beautiful and satisfying "a day with (somebody)" video I've ever watched. Giving the emotions, using camera angles, using the light, understandable subtitles... Everything is perfect, as if we really live a day with Aliya Mustafina. Respect to all involved in this project, and respect Aliya! 👏

[@brennapetersen8522]

IKR?? I need more of these!! I totally agree.

[@ivicabago6459]

Long live Mustafina 👸 👑 ♠️

[@brennapetersen8522]

@@ivicabago6459 amen!

[@candacebordelonph.d.8890]

Oh that broke my heart when she had to say goodbye to her daughter! They should be able to live in an apartment together on the base and have childcare. As much as she's won for that country, in the Olympics AND World Championships, that is not much to ask. These male gymnasts who are much older have families too.

[@doriangray1245]

Ahora vive feliz con su hija y sus 90 kilos encima la doña

[@gabygonzalez4127]

Es feliz es lo más importante

[@shantanupatil9062]

Wait she has a daughter? And still made into gymnastics after pregnancy..damm hats off to you girl...❤️I'm speechless

[@cbb276]

@@shawk2832 well this person just found out lol Everyone follows topics at different times. Some are there when things happen, some catch up :)

[@Janellabelle]

Check out Oksana Chusovitina. You'll never talk again.

[@aquiles_way]

Yes, she has!

[@ghosthhhchjjj3661]

Rare women !!!

[@persephone2706]

@@shawk2832 Maybe for you, but not for someone who just discovered that she has a daughter... People learn about things at different paces.

[@finele1366]

She has a great personality. Loved when she mentioned aly raisman and Simone as her friends not only competitors. But she seems quite sad and sacrifices really much. I wish her the best. I was surprised in the beginning when she said she doesn't wore make up in normal life just for competition. I just know her from competitions nearly didn't recognized her without her make up

[@KarlaRodriguez-mx2od]

She is a Legend, she becomes a single mom and then you have people judging her for going to work. The world doesn't deserve you Aliya.

[@emilywhittle1420]

She’s such a good mom, and a beautifully strong woman; even though she works her butt off in the gym, her daughter is forefront in her mind.

[@WWE4life25]

Sadly she retired. She was my favorite. I liked the mutual respect you can tell she had with the girls on team USA.

[@chiquigadon0902]

I am surprised that gymnastics is not famous in Russia eventhough they produces so many great gymnast like her

[@steph8060]

i guess rhythmic gymnastics are more popular

[@allamaprabhu7]

I loved fact that she so grounded. Unlike many top tier athletes hungry for money and fame. She is living example of being content.

[@lucianagal461]

I love her so much, now she is retired but I know she will shine in everything she proposes . She was , is and will be a strong minded person. Thank you Aliya for all that years of elegancy and uniqueness. It's sad to know that you are not competing anymore ,but I hope we continue to see you there at the events, already being a coach, so you continue with your legacy. Your daughter will be deeply proud of you and will love you more when she grows up and understand how You sacrifice yourself so that she does not lack anything. Long live the Queen Aliya 🇷🇺

[@NJSportsGirl2]

If I hadn’t seen this video I would have this assumption in my head that she was well known in Russia living a great life but after seeing this boy was I wrong. Her life is a challenge every single day and having her daughter with her and her parents helping her out while she trains wow she’s a warrior really. 😭

[@brennapetersen8522]

AMEN!

[@jasmineleopard7593]

Most olympians don’t receive much compensation. Definitly not enough to live a life of glamour. A few, sure. But most dont. There’s a documentary narrated by Michael Phelps that’s very eye opening.

[@Appaddict01]

Jasmine Leopard It’s weird because she’s very famous amongst gymnastics fans including American fans. She should join a touring American show post Olympics. She has a large fan base.

[@Appaddict01]

Brenna Petersen In Russia rhythmic gymnastics is far more popular.

[@brennapetersen8522]

@@Appaddict01 Ah! I like rythmic gymnastics too.

[@timouchka]

It's heartbreaking to see a child cry because the mom or the dad is leaving after spending such a moment. I'm a man and not a parent but it makes me cry.

[@slide4180]

Where is dad, btw..?

[@timouchka]

@@slide4180 they broke up after the arrival of the baby.

[@Appaddict01]

slide4180 They’re getting a divorce.

[@hessu3]

@@slide4180 The dad is leader and very busy. Every successful female athlete can get a child from the president as a special honour. :)

[@user-xs7vi3wu1u]

@@hessu3 I understand where its coming from, but is somehow disrespectful towards Aliah, please refrein from such comments

[@joychuasihan12]

if she was american, she'd be 10 times more beloved and famous. i can imagine the media going crazy for her bc of her story and gorgeous face

[@lorelaim3294]

Instead the US media called her a 'Russian diva' in 2012 even though she's just a determined, hardworking athlete.

[@joychuasihan12]

@@lorelaim3294 exactly. i read that during the 2012 London Olympics, she even bought gifts for her competitors. & it seems like everyone who competed against her has mad respect for her

[@gavrgavr9861]

You see, in the US artistic gymnastics is really very popular, whereas in Russia figure skating is more popular than artistic gymnastics and maybe even than rhythmic gymnastics.

[@Appaddict01]

Lorelai M I think that’s really cultural difference. Generally, arguing with or back talking your coach is really frowned upon. Right or wrong American athletes are expected to do what their coach tell them. I don’t mean this as a negative. But, Musty and her old coach butted heads a lot.

[@joychuasihan12]

@@Appaddict01 maybe that’s why there are so many abuse cases in USA gymnastics 😬 Mustafina seems like someone who would stand up for herself if she feels like she’s being taken advantage of but American fans didn’t like her for that & called her a diva

[@roshnis6054]

Madddd respect to this woman🙌 broke my heart when she said that Russians don't really recognise her in public- I'd loveee to meet her once❣️ Love from India🇮🇳

[@valerievalerie4366]

This was beautifully made and puts life into perspective. She's one of my fave gymnasts for her elegance

[@ztatchu5060]

So happy to know that she’s training for Tokyo. I’m so rooting for her!

[@tshimangadzomavhungu3563]

Is she?

[@nathanielhalls1893]

@D Leo how do you know

[@lonelyhorse5313]

@D Leo did she said that to you? Stop spreading false info

[@joychuasihan12]

@@lonelyhorse5313 she is sometimes featured on ig stories & she’s not in shape. i think she’s unofficially retired- a lot of russian gymnasts/ athletes don’t announce their retirements. but good for her, she was helping her teammates during the russian championships recently- chalked the bars etc. but yeah she just looks like she hasn’t been training

[@goranbignami7621]

Respect to her beautiful melancholic Russian soul. She deserves a way more than the recognition that she already has, Aliya is a true hero and a badass gymnast.

[@nomdeplume2213]

damn to be a mom alone is hard enough but to also be an active Olympian!? ffs... shes amazing.

[@jevonk]

Very proud of this young woman being a loving mother and still pursuing her dream and passion in life. Nothing wrong with that. I was a single mom and worked hard. My teen daughter just wrote the most beautiful English paper in school about how much she loves me and grateful for all that I have done raising her alone and teaching her right from wrong. I’m sure Aliya is a great Mom too!

[@soledadferrer1325]

Congratulations, the best prize in life is to see our kids become beautiful human beings.

[@trendymaths2467]

You raised your daughter right then. Good for you.

[@gyaanfreak]

Her husband cheated on her and Russians never openly express their feelings unlike the Americans. You will never hear her daughter writing a bout her mom or being great full. Russians always check their emotions and keep it within themselves as she never mentioned her husband and heartbreak she received.

[@nubianfx]

Watching this after her retirement announcement is very poignant and bittersweet. She will always be a legend in the sport and one of my favorite gymnasts!

[@rupinjeremiah9589]

Champion athlete! But I feel kind of sad watching her life. The sacrifice and the loneliness.

[@cakerbaker9965]

I agree, and leaving her child, who doesn’t want her to go…ah, I couldn’t do it.

[@aumelb]

@@cakerbaker9965 well you've got to do what you got to do to support your child financially. If you have earn your living, there is no choice.

[@azileuss2670]

Why do some people believe that she must give up her dreams to be a full-time mother? She is first a woman and is a complete individual, with dreams and with goals, this was her job and training for the Olympics was what paid her debts, so why do they think that all that should be reduced so that she can dedicate herself to being a mother? No, this is not about her being negligent with her daughter, if she had a more common job, she would have to work exactly the same (or more) and none of you would be complaining, you just do not like to see women being successful other than being mothers and that is sexist.

[@cs5357]

If grace and elegance was a person it would be Aliya Mustafina

[@pgk3052]

One of my favorite Russian gymnasts! Aliya is a hard worker and it is evident loves her daughter. Being a gymnast is her love and her job. People don't realize she is supporting her daughter by training and being the best she can. Respect.

[@BelleBlack1]

She is Russia's most decorated gymnast in the past 15 years, and yet her life seems so sad and bleak.

[@phirun1234]

I see what you mean, but I don’t think “bleak” is the correct word imo. I think it really demonstrates the monotonous and the grueling hard work that is needed in order to succeed in such a competitive sport. We often see the glamour of it during competitions, but the work, the hours, and effort that goes into it is anything but. A similar analogy would be to ballerinas feet when they take off their beautiful slippers and shows the beaten down, damaged, injured feet that are beautiful, but realistic.

[@paigemarshall2311]

I completely agree. Just something about her isn’t quite right.

[@gavrgavr9861]

@@paigemarshall2311 It has more to do with her private life than her career. Only she can deal with it.

[@myosotismalva]

The strength of a Olympian and a mother 💪🏻💕🥇

[@9livesmatter692]

America LOVES Aliya!! The consummate athlete and woman for sure! ❤❤🙌🙏🏻

[@jibblejabble2249]

wow this is so good. i've been a fan since seeing her in 2012 at london and she's always been very intriguing to me. superb documentary i'd love to see more of her:)

[@katiewilliams6266]

she is my favorite non american gymnast. she’s such a badass and so fun to watch

[@bengalbabe]

An intimate view into the life of such a beautiful, yet mysterious woman. I’m a huge gymnastics fan. I’ve watched Aliya over the years and have always admired her grace and artistry, something you don’t see as much in the sport these days. Of course I’m a USA fan first, but I’ve always had so much admiration and respect for Aliya, even more so after watching this. My best wishes to Aliya & her family in her much deserved retirement!

[@alyraismanisqueen4576]

was this also recommended randomly to you too haha??

[@tineegonzales7365]

Will definitely miss her. It just feels sad that we will no longer see her compete and defend her UB title in Tokyo. I was expecting that she would be able to upgrade bc I know she's more than capable, but I guess it wasn't meant to be.

[@djm4854]

And now she's just come from announcing her retirement at the Russian Cup. What an accomplished athlete and remarkable person. This documentary gave insight into who Aliya is behind the sport, and I'm so proud of her. I'm an American who's avidly supported and will continue to support the amazing gymnast she is. I hope we get to hear more from her in the future! Brava, Aliya!

[@GenXsinglefree]

She's been the rock in Russian artistic gymnastics for more than a decade. Although there have been teammates with more natural talent, none had her mental fortitude and therefore, lacked her consistency. I love her game face, even though her beautiful eyes give away her emotions.

[@ericksoto9832]

I do not know who could have more natural talend than her. I could only agree with you if you are thinking of Komova.

[@GenXsinglefree]

@@ericksoto9832 Komova has that classic Russian ballet style that makes her difficult tricks look effortless. She's just not steady mentally. There are couple others who had the more difficult tricks than Aliya on each apparatus other than bars. Again, they lacked the mental toughest to execute in the big moments. Aliya has top content on bars, but the other apparatuses less so. Yet, she consistently executes which keeps her in position to podium in the all-around. Her bars crown is in jeopardy with the Belgian lady.

[@ericksoto9832]

@@GenXsinglefree would you mind telling me who you have in mind when you speak of others having more difficult tricks. Paseka might be one to point out unfortunately she can only challenge on vault. I completely agree when you say that Mustafina's tittle is in jeopardy due to Nina, who I also admire. It will be interesting to see that who comes on top

[@GenXsinglefree]

@@ericksoto9832 Klimenko and Melnikova

[@joychuasihan12]

@@ericksoto9832 i’ll never get over Komova tbh. one of the most talented gymnasts of this decade. before Biles, there was Komova

[@Taaj556]

London Olympic 2012 golden Year in aliya, From Pakistan ❤

[@alices3709]

Awesome! Athletes like Aliya Mustafina and Chellsie Memmel are helping change how people view gymnastics. They are both training for the Olympics after motherhood and the "expected" young age that we usully see in the sport. Amazing!

[@mena94x3]

. . . Oksana Chusovitina has something to say to you.

[@alices3709]

@@mena94x3 My intention was never to disregard Chusovitina's and other athletes contribution to gymnastics, but they are still exceptions in terms of age. In Athens 2004, the average age of team gymnasts was 18.3, whereas in Rio 2016 it was 19.7. Although still very young, we can see there has already been an increase. My point is that Mustafina, Memmel and Chusovitina herself are part of this trend in gymnastics and are helping to change the sport.

[@otherworld11]

balderdash - the child will deeply resent being ignored like this

[@alices3709]

@@otherworld11 I disagree with your assumption. From what we can see in this short video, she has a good support system in place to help and raise her child, as do most parents. You know, "it takes a village".

[@mena94x3]

Alice S - I was just alluding to the idea that perhaps Aliya and Chellsie took their cues/inspiration from Oksana Chusovitina, Larisa Latynina, Leyanet Gonzalez or Suzanne Harmes who defied the odds before them. Chusovitina in particular (why I specified only her earlier), considering she competed in TWO Olympics before gymnasts like Simone Biles were even born (1992, 1996), and FIVE Olympics post-motherhood (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012 2016). And this is not to discount Latynina, as older gymnasts were the standard in her day. It was the 5 Olympics between 1980 and 1996 that the average age was crazy-young, before and after that athletes’ average ages have been older by comparison.

[@hanssolos3699]

She is one of the finest russian elite athletes. I always look forward to see her in competition.

[@candeladiaz3107]

unfortunately...that won't be happening😬

[@hanssolos3699]

@@ebrady61491 okay then, she is the finest chinese athlete. Happy now?

[@caroline634]

Honestly, what she said about her parent raising Alisa just like they raised her is so beautiful

[@showmustgowon]

i am sad to don’t see her competing in the russian team this year so i came back to this video i love her so much

[@loreto3326]

Why didn't she participate?

[@showmustgowon]

@@loreto3326 because she retired from gymnastics

[@marceloluizmoreno1996]

I admire her so much, but after this, she has all my respect!!!!! I hope she'll get a medal in Tokyo 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@pappysprite]

I am hoping the most for Aliya to return to the Tokyo Olympics over any other gymnast, from any country, right now. To be honest, I find her to be the most exciting to watch. QUEEN!

[@GenXsinglefree]

I'm just happy that women's artistic gymnastics actually has more women competing. Though I loved Nadia, her triumph resulted in decades of girls being championed in the sport and with that the abuse. The Romanian, Larisa Jordache, is back competing well on each apparatus. I think specialization has helped many older athletes remain in the sport. Also, Simone Biles seems to inspire them with her continued upgrades on each apparatus. In the past, as athletes aged, routines were watered down. But now these women can see what's possible even after giving birth since Aliya is training on each apparatus.

[@bellaryder5044]

ive been watching her compete since 2014. there really was something about her that captivated me when i watched her UB in london that made me really root for her since then. it was a pleasure to watch her in real time to win her 2nd gold in rio. best of luck queen aliya!

[@markv7390]

She has guaranteed herself immortality in books. Amazing gymnast!

[@markf3495]

missing her currently :'( but she'll always be a legend i wish her the best in retirement

[@showmustgowon]

ahh omg another fan of aliya who is an orbit

[@SkipToParis]

@@showmustgowon omg my people

[@nancynewman1356]

Beautiful gymnast and remarkable young woman. She is such an inspiration to women worldwide. I hope she continues to compete and do well.Her dedication and sacrifice is admirable. I wish her and her precious baby the best and hope she does well in Tokyo. God bless you and thank you for decades of beautiful gymnastics!

[@user-dn5br8dj9n]

Прекрасная гимнастка, лидер женской сборной длительное время, и отлично узнаваемая хоть с ярким макияжем, хоть без. Восстановление после пробела в тренировках по любой причине дело трудоемкое и не для слабых. Вы-сильная

[@Kadir_1990]

Oh and what i also like about her is that she keeps her life simple.

[@pramrv]

She is my favourite Athlete. I watch Olympics only for Aliya and Usain bolt. She looks so strong emotionally. Her sacrifices wrt her daughter, hope to see her succeed in Japan Olympics.

[@fortheloveofcats2462]

She retired

[@m.e.beth.d8770]

Aww I love seeing Aliya with her daughter. It's so sweet. You can tell she has really grown up and matured throughout the years. I have so much respect for her as a gymnast and as mom. She is one super strong woman. I love it most when she smiles:)

[@marat-sh]

Among other things, she has a very pleasant angelic voice. They say the eyes are the window to the soul. In fact, it is through the voice of a person that you can learn much more about a person's soul.

[@swipeswifejess3234]

This is really interesting to watch. Puts her hard work into more perspective, and I have a much deeper respect for her hard work. I'm VERY excited to see her in Tokyo 2021.

[@katiebenson5193]

people you dont realize that for the documentary people didnt wamt to be in the video so when shes training or at. home im sure she doesnt just sit and stare at walls or train in a completely empty gym. and as far as her relationships she probably doesnt like talking about it it probably makes her sad or angry and it isnt anyone's business. if the dad doesn't come around thats on him and if he does well then let them be. he also probably didnt want to be mentioned and she respects that. you. notice her parents arent in the video either. so relax with the assumptions

[@dellawahyuni6349]

Oh the gym is VERY packed on normal days (not sure during this pandemic). Denis Ablyazin of the MAG team also trained there. I remember seeing an interview with both Aliya and Denis on a normal training day on the gym and there are lots of other gymnasts training there.

[@hijlaa]

I love the fact that she basically named her daughte after herself. Queen

[@AshleyKarys]

Aliya will always be my favourite gymnast. I miss watching her on uneven bars. Such grace and beauty. I look forward to seeing her in Tokyo 2021!

[@fuita227]

That was a very personal journey...this young lady deserves the best life has to offer...her dedication and conviction is unparalleled...I am very humble to have experienced a day in her private life...God bless you Alya...thank you for the memories.

[@LezaE9]

I loved this. Her daughter is adorable!!!

[@contemplativegirl21]

Bars is my favorite to watch, so of course I have watched and adored Aliya for some time now. It's interesting that even though she is so phenomenal at it, it's not her favorite. I can't wait to watch her compete again - have no doubt she can continue to take the gold.

[@savagebitch1673]

Such an inspiration, I can’t imagine what it would be like to exercise full time and have a little daughter to take care of all alone. Aliya is the strongest, coolest gymnast I have ever seen, and I hope to see her many more times in the future, and maybe her daughter, Alisa, can walk in her mother’s footsteps one day.

[@InevitableMonth29]

When Aliya came onto the international scene back in 2010, she was known as “ice queen”. Even at the 2012 Olympics, she was known as a fighter, a stone queen. She was very private. So it’s nice to see her open up gradually through her Instagram and in this video - even just a bit. My favorite moment: @4:36 - she loves competing with Aly and Simone on floor, but loves the friendship too. The sportsmanship is admirable! Aliya announced her retirement last year, so hopefully she gets to see her kid more often and gets paid well as a coach on the Russian gymnastics team!

[@jwilton2909]

Nicely done. Aliyah is one of my all-time favorites. Ive been coaching women’s gymnastics over 40 years and she top 5 of my favorite gymnasts. So mentally strong and beautiful to watch.

[@kidgaming3659]

i would love to see her do a daily vlogs. i would watch it over and over cause she's a 👑

[@LoyaFrostwind]

Yes! I would subscribe in a heartbeat. I like watching adult gymnasts like Chelsie, Aliya & McKayla. They seem more realistic than the waifish child gymnasts. I also enjoy watching NCAA collegiate gymnastics.

[@sarahsutton898]

One of my all time favorite gymnasts 😊

[@maddygates9566]

What a lovely young lady with such a beautiful life. I wish her the best of everything.

[@JoaoAlvez87]

Big fan from Brazil.. Aliya deserves the whole world!! Awesome gymnast and great woman and mom 👏🏽

[@abrahamjosuehernandez4468]

That's what I call passion for gymnastics

[@bluebullybully3104]

wow so much sacrifice, I love her so much, wishing her the best and I hope we all get the pleasure to watch her in Tokyo

[@ebrady61491]

This was beautiful and tragic. She spent her entire life dedicated to gymnastics in one of the most competitive countries in the world. They were able to portray both her hardness and vulnerability at the same time. This was incredibly moving. Aliya Mustafina became one of the best gymnasts to ever live on her own and continued even when everyone gave up on her after her injury. She will always know that she created herself and her brilliance in the sport alone.

[@fatwolstencat]

one of the most abusive countries in the world...?

[@lilisheridan9622]

Let them believe in their own myths)))

[@ml.9417]

Oh shut up she’s racist

[@ebrady61491]

@@fatwolstencat Yeah, you know the dictator Putin who literally has people killed for speaking out against him? Or the Russian oligarch's who own the entire economy and keep people living in poverty? Much like the top 1% in the US? Or the fact that Russia is banned from the Olympics for tampering with testing and drugging all of their athletes? Just a few examples.

[@fatwolstencat]

@@ebrady61491 yeah I know all of that I come from Russia lol anyhow it’s a little harsh to call it one of the most abusive countries in the world? Like, come on, how much do you actually know 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@Biggie-G85]

She is always been one of my favorite gymnast !!

[@99ilana]

Well, I thought she was awesome before, this makes me like her even more!

[@potentiallyvalid9906]

Beautifull girl Strong mother Living sportlegend

[@joelle4844]

this was the most satisfying video i’ve ever watched on youtube wow

[@GlenTVandFilms]

WOW Joelle, thanks for such a compliment. Have you seen our fashion film paying homage to the gymnast? kzbin.info/www/bejne/l3e6c59sf9ylfs0

[@joelle4844]

@@GlenTVandFilms no haha but I will check it out !

[@heididelarocha5317]

beautiful strong gymnast, who I love to watch and greatly admire!! beautiful little girl who clearly loves her mom, that has to be so hard on both.

[@TxHoneyBee]

I have huge respect for Aliya! She is one of my favorites for sure!

[@andrejadimitrijevic5599]

She s so calm, she s great!

[@kakatua947]

You are the most beautiful, extremely talented and awesome gymnast. Your daughter is very cute. May God bless you both with your all dreams come true. You are also a dedicated, caring and hard working mother. Tears rolled down my cheeks when I watch you departing your cute daughter and your daughter's reaction. Hats off to you . I salute you.

[@trendymaths2467]

Aliya 💜💜💜. She’ll forever be one of the greatest gymnasts in my eyes. And of course the mentally toughest considering how she was the glue for the Russian team in 2012.

[@laman8914]

The Queen of Russia, the Queen of Grace. We will miss her. Wishing her success whatever she does.

[@nikolaivista920]

This was a highly humanizing mini doc! The older I get, the more I appreciate my mom (and all good mothers around the world). That's hard work being a good mother!

[@kaenhu]

Thanks for this! She's one of my favorite gymnasts and the American commentators--I'm talking about you, Tim and Elfie--malign her so much with their little commentary..."diva" and the like. So great to see her as a regular person, and so awesome that she's got so much support from her parents. Go Aliya!

[@tacksscherbo7771]

Firstly, Elfie has been gone for a while, and Daggett has cooled his insults that were directed at Russian girls now that his co-commentator, Anastasia Liukin, is of Russian heritage. I would imagine that when she first started, she may well have made it a point off camera that he discontinue his snotty snipes.

[@68rousseau]

Her daughter is so adorable

[@ljr1908]

I became a fan of hers after seeing her at the 2012 Olympics. She definitely became one of my favorite gymnast. So this was nice seeing a small glimpse into her life.

[@babyquinn1714]

I have so much respect for her. What a strong woman and amazing gymnast, she's my favorite!

[@TheSneakymonster]

I’ve always loved her she’s a legend

[@melissadorius]

She’s such a talented gymnast so graceful and just beautiful! This small glimpse into her life is lovely! Excellent video!

[@notdoingeetswa3690]

i love how she mentioned aly raisman and simone biles

[@heatherwicker9990]

She has mentioned many times before that she likes competing with them. She seems like a really nice person and very focused.

[@justineng3727]

Aly Raisman has also mentioned Aliyah many times before too! I think they both have much respect towards each other as competitors

[@mubeenmubeen2854]

She is a personality to follow. Inspiring soul.

[@beanster1757]

I always admired her. A strong woman!

[@Fancee333]

Coming back after a pregnancy is almost unheard of. She is and will always be a legend!!

[@fortheloveofcats2462]

Not really, anymore. There are actually many gymnasts who came back after giving birth- Oksana Chusovitina is a living legend, Chellsie Memmel has recently come back at 32 and performed well in US nationals '21. Larissa Latynina actually became a world champion when she was 5 months pregnant. It's impressive but not unique to Aliya

[@freshname]

@@fortheloveofcats2462 Latynina? Who else? Somebody straight from the Stone Age? Past (un)fortunately remains in the past. Today is today. Not that many female gymnasts' careers survive their teens let alone motherhood.

[@fortheloveofcats2462]

@@freshname Latynina was 5 months pregnant when she won multiple world championship medals. I get that the gymnastics of that time was different and she wouldn't have medalled if she were to be competing in this decade, but nevertheless her feat is impressive. Not many athletes of any time period have actually been in the prime of their fitness while pregnant. And you have Oksana and Chellsie who are older than Aliya who're still doing gymnastics while Aliya has retired. (At least for now, if she comes back, she comes back)

[@mirfanwattoo8057]

Big fan from Pakistan... Love for Aliya

[@AlexanderRivera23]

She is so gorgeous and so beautiful...her personality and her qualities is what I honestly look for in a woman

[@arpykar010]

I am touched. Leaving her child is so heart wrenching. You just have to disconnect your mind from emotions and motherly feeling is so intense that speaks volume of her resilience. God bless..

[@claireacheson220]

Thank you so much for doing this video! Aliya is my inspiration and it’s so cool to hear about her and what she does.

[@GlenTVandFilms]

Thanks for watching and the comment. Aliya is very inspiring

[@Kadir_1990]

I'm actually so much interested in her, that i would read a book about her and her life.

[@andrewramos6811]

One of my favorite athletes, she’s so amazing ♥️♥️♥️♥️💯💯💯💯💯

[@emmaxo5083]

I met Alyia at Gymnastics in Glasgow. I was super excited ☺️🎉🥰

[@GlenTVandFilms]

What was she like?

[@nathan10120]

She didn't compete at Glasgow, did she?

[@idkwhoam1lol]

You are sooo lucky

[@Baronesssa]

One of the best gymnasts in the world!!

[@JafferMenon]

"I dont like laying in bed for too long, because i can fall asleep again" She starts her day with a win

[@Janellabelle]

There is this picture of her pushing her daughter in the stroller and doing a gorgeous leap at the same time on her Instagram and it's such a cool picture. Her daughter will love that picture one day.

[@GlenTVandFilms]

Yeah - that pic is amazing!!!

[@InevitableMonth29]

It’s iconic!

[@aquiles_way]

I had always a crush for Mustafina ,she's amazing and talentous. ❤

[@tp6169]

Amazing athlete! Amazing mom! Thanks 🙏

[@afridgetoofar1818]

I am absolutely in love with her eyes.