“My fear paralyzes me – it feels like I lose control. My mind replays all my worst falls, and I’m overcome by the horrifying thought that I’m a failure and won’t accomplish anything.” Karina Akopova on battling panic attacks
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Karina Akopova on Battling Back Injuries and Panic Attacks While Pursuing Her Olympic Dream original source: Sports [...]
Karina Akopova and Nikita Rakhmanin: “Figure skating is very expensive, especially when you’re no longer supported by Russia’s federation. To afford our dream, we spent half a year coaching and performing in ice shows.”
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Karina Akopova and Nikita Rakhmanin: Transitioning to the Armenian Team and Chasing Olympic Dreams original source: [...]