Our original documentary series, Beyond the Routine, has given gymnastics fans unprecedented access into the lifestyle, training regimens, and personal philosophies of gymnastics' most renowned personalities. These stories give real insight into the lives of some of the greatest gymnasts, both past and present, and allow you to see their experiences in a whole new light.

With more than two years worth of Beyond the Routine documentaries in our Gymnastike Gold library, you may have missed some of the most intriguing videos. We’ve compiled a list of some of our viewers’ favorite episodes; here are the top 10 most viewed Beyond the Routine episodes of all time. Certain series contained multiple episodes within the top 10, so we skipped over these to give you some variety. Watch away!

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10. Bridget Sloan: The Untold Story

Bridget Sloan is the current star of the three time defending NCAA Champions the Florida Gators, but in this episode she takes us back in time to 2008, and the story of her elite career. An underdog to make the team in Beijing, she gives an inside look at the selection process, the Olympic experience, and the heartbreak of her injury in 2012.

9. Laurie Hernandez: Something Special

This episode not only features the current Junior National Champion Laurie Hernandez, but also gives insight into coach Maggie Haney's busy life. Haney juggles two of her children at home, and three more at the gym. There is a special relationship between Haney and all her athletes, especially Hernandez. They have been through highs and lows together, but know the best is yet to come for this young superstar. 

8. Chow II: Norah Flatley

Norah Flatley was an instant star on the Junior scene. Known for her impeccable beam work, and beautiful form, she will be one to watch for in 2016. She tells the story of how she made it to Chow’s Gymnastics and her journey since that time. Coach Liang Chow talks about Norah’s similarities to Shawn Johnson and says she will “run for a long way.” We agree. 

7.  Beyond the Scenes - Lexie and Amelia 

While this is not a full BTR episode, it is still a fan favorite. Why? Because who doesn't love Lexie Priessman and Amelia Hundley? Filmed back when they both trained at CGA, these best friends make us giggle, smile, and want in on their little world. Training together or not, their friendship has endured, and is one for the ages. 

6. Texas Dreams: Building the #1 U.S. Elite Club From Scratch

Kim Zmeskal-Burdette and Chris Burdette built Texas Dreams from the ground up into one of the most successful club gyms in the country. As the first American to win the World All Around title, Kim knows what it takes to get to the top. She and Chris discuss the work and sacrifice of developing a large elite team, and how they have gotten to this point. Given the gym's recent success on the national stage, this BTR is definitely one to watch. 

5. Kyla Ross: Seeking Perfection at Worlds

Kyla Ross is an athlete of hard work and discipline. Her parents saw it from day one, and her coaches witness it everyday. After a rock solid performance at the Olympics that help earned team gold, Ross didn't waste any time getting back to work. This BTR was filmed in September of 2013, in preparation for World Championships. No longer the young, unexperienced underdog on the US team, she seeks perfection at Worlds, just as she does in all aspects of her life. 

4. Mary Lee Tracy & CGA: No Wobble, No Break

Mary Lee Tracy is one of the most seasoned and respected coaches in the history of USA Gymnastics. She has built a powerhouse gym in Cincinnati Gymnastics where a consistent high level of performance is maintained in the JO and elite programs through discipline, toughness, and just the right motivation. Tracy’s endless wisdom in her experience with success, injury, tough times, and triumph makes this episode a must see. 

3. Chow’s Gymnastics - Far From Home

Norah Flatley, Alexis Vasquez, Victoria Nguyen, and, most famously, Gabby Douglas, all packed up and moved to Iowa for the chance to train with one of the best. Chow is known for developing champions, and chasing their dreams was worth leaving everything behind just for a shot at making them come true.  For Douglas, this meant a host family, who tells their story of housing an Olympian during the tough times, and the great ones. All this and more in BTR: Chow’s Gymnastics - Far From Home.

2. Simone Biles Attempts the Yurchenko Triple 

How did Simone Biles first get noticed? How did she go from raw talent to the best gymnast in the world? See all of this, and her attempt at a Yurchenko triple in this BTR episode from summer 2013. 

1. Jordyn Wieber’s Untold Olympic Story

What we see on TV, or when the gymnasts come out into the arena to compete is only a small piece of the journey it takes to get to that point. In this episode, John Geddert gives us a behind the scenes look at Jordyn Weiber’s Olympic journey - from the heartbreak of not making the all around final, to regaining composure for the team final, to the Russian’s rule bending. There is definitely no surprise this is our most viewed BTR episode of all time. 


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