Simone Biles’s return to Belgium after a decade shot up her medal count to a record-breaking 37. However, she said she did it “for the little girl who fell in love with the sport!” The moment also rewarded the little muscular gymnast who braved her exclusivity. In addition to her athletic prowess, she’s been a symbol of self-acceptance and empowerment who promotes redefining the narrative surrounding body image. She keeps shattering barriers and paving the way for a more welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.

The 26-year-old is currently spending time in Texas home with her fur babies. Enjoying the break before the next commitment, Biles spilled some words of wisdom in a new update with her fans.

Simone Biles’s message for her fans

Biles looked physically stronger than most of her classmates, even boys. Although her physical prowess was clearly advantageous in gymnastics, she struggled to publicly showcase her well-defined muscles. Her self-esteem was greatly affected by her struggle with body image. Now, the most decorated gymnast in the world, Biles has come a long way. Just recently dressed in formal Biles shared a cryptic post on Instagram, its caption read, “don’t worry bout fitting in when you custom made” with a black heart emoji.
The four-time Olympic gold medalist looked like she was headed to a business meeting. The two pictures showed her signature selfie pose of looking at the camera and looking away with her makeup on fleek. Keeping her fans guessing what truly happened, the gymnast’s early childhood story was one that resonated with the moral

Although, one of her fans commented, “Say that louder for those at the back.” Body shaming is a long-standing issue for Simone Biles, one that she has struggled with since her childhood. She has, nonetheless, overcome these challenges with steadfast resolve and has finally grown into a confident person.

After years of silently enduring derogatory remarks, criticisms, and online abuse directed at her appearance and style of dressing. Biles also boldly speaks of the profoundly rooted but poisonous mentality that dominates society. How did Biles deal with the painful issue?

Simone Biles calls out the wrong

Biles explained in a 2016 interview with CNN after winning 5 medals in the Rio Olympics: “nobody really had a body build that I did, and I was a girl, so the guys would sometimes make fun of me.”  She added, “I would try to hide my muscles, not show them, and I would always wear a jacket.” Then 19-yo Biles declared, “You all can judge my body all you want, but at the end of the day it’s MY body. I love it & I’m comfortable in my skin.”

Biles has actively engaged with her internet fans, sharing how she battled abuse stemming from her muscular build. Once, in response to questions about how she handled little jokes about her 4′ 8″ height, she jokingly suggested using a decoy strategy in which you merely stare back at the critic, making them uncomfortable.

Biles expressed her frustration with people’s impromptu and perhaps unintentional remarks when they came across her. Her unrelenting perseverance simply serves as motivation for many young athletes who are trying to make a name for themselves in sports.

Simone Biles’s legendary status keeps on soaring!

Biles, 26, shared her emotional reaction to having a fifth gymnastics skill named after her in an Instagram post on Friday, after becoming the most decorated gymnast of all time at the World Gymnastics Championships last week.

“World championships!!!!! Whew Antwerp will always hold a special place in my heart,” Biles captioned as she posted a series of photos from her time at the championships. “The first time I got a skill named after me was in this arena & 10 years later I got my 5th skill named….”

She continued, “I’m speechless. I’m honored. I’m excited and I’m blessed! Doing it for the little girl who fell in love with the sport!!!!!”

The gymnast received a fifth skill named after her when the National Governing Board of Gymnastics announced earlier this month that, after Biles became the first woman to successfully perform the Yurchenko double pike during the championships, the skill would be named “Biles II.”

“Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the love & support 🖤,” Biles finished her post.

In the first photo from her post Biles was captured in tears on the podium after receiving her gold medal during the Women’s All-Round final in the championships in Antwerp on Oct. 6. The champion gymnast smiled in a following photo taken during her winning floor routine.

Other pictures showed Biles celebrating her win at the Women’s Individual All-Round final following her floor routine. WCC coach Cecile Canqueteau-Landi was also captured embracing Biles as the pair smiled after the gymnast’s balance beam routine on Oct. 8.

In a final photo, Biles flashed a huge smile as she held up her gold medal at the podium at the championships.

According to ABC News, skills must be completed in an international competition to be named after a gymnast. The other skills named after Biles are on the floor, vault, and beam.

“My idol,” Olympic gymnast Sunisa Lee wrote in the comments section of Biles’ latest post. “The best to ever do it! it’s been a blessing to watch you thrive,” gymnast Jordan Bowers also responded.

“Incredible ❤️ That 5th skill 🤩,” gymnast Leanne Wong wrote.

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Biles is now the most awarded gymnast in the sport’s history after winning 34 medals across World Championships and Olympics — including her sixth all-round championship gold at the recent championships in Antwerp. The sports icon had previously been tied with Belarus gymnast Vitaly Scherbo, who competed in the 1990s.

On Wednesday, Biles thanked her loved ones and fans for their support following her history-making time in Antwerp.

“I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to fans, friends, family & partnerships who have been unwavering pillars of support throughout my mental health journey,” Biles wrote on her Instagram.

“Your encouragement, love and belief in me have been instrumental in my success and recovery.”

Simone Biles made history this weekend, as she officially became the most decorated gymnast of all time.

The four-time Olympic gold medalist competed in this year’s World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Belgium, where she was awarded her sixth all-around world championship gold last Friday. With this win, the 26-year-old broke the record of the most medals won by a gymnast in history with 34 total. As the tournament concluded on Sunday, Biles extended her record to a total of 37 medals.

Following Friday’s win, Biles was captured getting misty-eyed as she stood on the podium during the U.S. national anthem, alongside silver winner Rebeca Andrade and bronze winner Shilese Jones.

“I was emotional because it was my first worlds here, 10 years ago, and then now my sixth one, so it’s crazy,” she told reporters in a post-competition interview. “But I swear, I do have something in my eye that’s been bothering me for like four hours and I cannot get it out… So while I was looking up there, it was like a combination of both.”

Yesterday, the GOAT shared a celebratory message on Instagram, along with photos of herself and her teammates hugging and cheering during the tournament.

“team finals 🤍 it was an interesting & unexpected night! I’m so proud of the fight Team USA put out 🇺🇸 It’s such a blessing to represent the US at another World Championships!” she wrote.

“SO PROUD 🔥❤️ Love being able to watch you do your thing 🤞🏽,” Biles’s husband, NFL star Jonathan Owens, commented on his wife’s post.

Biles’s triumphant return to gymnastics this summer came after the athlete stepped back from competition following the Tokyo Olympics back in 2021. She said at the time that her “mind and body” were “simply not in sync,” and that she needed to work on her well-being and mental health. Last August, she returned to the floor and came out the all-around winner, at the Core Hydration Classic.

She wrote on Twitter at the time, “happy to be back out on the floor! this journey has been a rollercoaster of emotions. thank you for believing in me. 🫶🏾”

After the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, Simone Biles’s future in gymnastics was in limbo. The lingering question was not whether she would return to greatness but if she would even want to try. Biles took a year away from the sport and then, with little self-generated fanfare, launched a comeback. That led to this past week’s triumphs, a brilliant showing at the world championships that left no doubt: Simone Biles is back.