Diana Varinska set two
goals as she entered the 2018 Cottbus World Cup held in Germany. First, to have
a strong performance on the first day of competition in order to qualify for the event
finals. Second, to medal on the uneven bars - her specialty.
"As always, it is exciting to participate at the biggest competition in the world. I truly enjoy the atmosphere and the cheering crowd at big events. Usually, I get nervous when I compete, but in some ways it helps me. A week before Cottbus, I attended the Swiss Cup, so overall, I was ready and confident."
A strong performance the
first day of competition allowed Diana to reach her goal. She qualified for the
event finals for two events – uneven bars and balance beam. Her balance beam
performance not only earned Diana a bronze medal, it boosted her confidence and changed her outlook as a gymnast.
"Since the World Cup is such a prestigious competition, winning bronze for beam in Cottbus was the most important medal of my season. I always thought bars was my best event, but I am rethinking everything after winning bronze on beam. I am more confident than ever about my future! I am focusing on every event because I know I am a strong all-around gymnast. Winning bronze definitely gave me more confidence for future competitions."
The Ukrainian National Team
member and Alpha Factor® Brand Ambassador took her confidence to the final meet
of the season - the 2018 Blume Cup in Spain. There, Diana received a gold medal
in the all-around competition.
"This competition was a little challenging, because there were five back-to-back meets. I felt happy and positive that I finished the last competition of the 2018 season with an All-Around gold medal."
As the 2018 season
concludes, a Diana is already focused on her ultimate goal.
"It is my goal to qualify and compete in the (2020) Olympics. I am already preparing every single day. Cottbus World Cup was the first qualifier for the Olympic selection. I am so proud I got a chance to medal on beam!"
Though the majority of
Diana’s time is spent perfecting her craft, when she isn’t training, she enjoys
watching movies and cooking. Every day she is inspired by fellow athletes.
"Nastia Liukin was my inspiration when I was younger. Her elegance and beauty in everything she did, was outstanding. Now, Simone Biles is my biggest inspiration, her level of difficulty is out of this world."
Diana emphatically states she loves showcasing
her Alpha Factor® leotards while competing at the world’s largest meets.
"I love, love, love my new Alpha Factor® leotards! Not only are they beautiful and sparkly, but also very comfortable. For me, comfort is everything when I compete. Looking beautiful and feeling comfortable in Alpha Factor® leotards inspires me to do my best."
