“I am going to try for worlds this year. That is something that I put my eye on, and I will. I keep telling everybody, I’m not done,” Jordan Chiles said three years ago. Back then, she was on a mission to help the UCLA Bruins win the National Gymnastics Championships. That didn’t quite work out, but she made a huge statement at the 2022 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships — helping Team USA grab gold in the team event, plus taking home silvers on vault and floor. Still, Jordan wasn’t satisfied. She showed up big again at the 2024 Paris Olympics, playing a key part in Team USA’s win in the women’s team final. Now it’s July 2025, and Jordan has shared something new about where she stands in her gymnastics journey.

A lot’s changed since 2022. Now, Jordan Chiles isn’t just one of the stars — she’s one of the seniors, both on Team USA and with the UCLA Bruins. She’s got that big-sister role now, someone the younger gymnasts look up to. Plus, with another World Artistic Gymnastics Championships coming up, there’s extra weight on her shoulders. In such a situation, what could her words be? 

On July 16, Jordan Chiles hit the ESPY Awards red carpet — and she wasn’t alone. Suni Lee was right there with her. Of course, that’s when E! News caught up with Jordan and asked about life beyond gymnastics. The 24-year-old didn’t hold back, opening up about some personal stuff. Interestingly, neither Jordan nor Suni is showing up at the US Classic this year, which definitely makes you wonder what’s happening behind the scenes. But she didn’t spill much. Jordan just said this to E! News, “It’s been really fun—just finding ways outside of our sport to continue to live our life.” As for Suni, she hasn’t competed since the Paris Olympics. Meanwhile, Jordan? She’s been on the go non-stop — her schedule’s been packed.

After the Paris Olympics, Jordan Chiles jumped straight into Simone Biles’s GOAT Tour. Then, she went right back to work with the Bruins, competing through the NCAA regular season and postseason — all the way till April. So yeah, she’s earned this break. Now’s the perfect time for her to find that balance between the grind and just living life — and honestly, it’s necessary.

Talking about it, Jordan said, “There’s more to us, we’re more than just athletes. I think our minds constantly grow and gravitate in different ways, so I’ve just been enjoying it.” Sure, Jordan could easily be ‘that girl,’ and Suni might come back and snatch the Best Comeback Athlete title — but at the end of the day, they’re human. And it’s not the first time Jordan’s reminded everyone of that.

Jordan Chiles shows life beyond gymnastics 

So what’s life like for Jordan Chiles beyond the flips, medals, and all the pressure? Well, she’s been showing us. Back on May 22, Jordan posted on Instagram — just her, sitting quietly in nature. No crowd, no lights, no leotard. Chiles captioned it, “I am more than my sport.” Then she went deeper: “I am resilient, creative, compassionate, and human—deserving of love and care whether I’m flipping in front of thousands or sitting quietly with my thoughts.” Because beyond the gymnast, there’s so much more to her — she’s a daughter, sister, auntie, student, business owner, and friend. And those roles shape her just as much as the medals do.

And even though her schedule’s insane — competing at the highest level, returning to UCLA for the NCAA season, landing a spot in the 2025 SI Swimsuit Issue, showing up at the Gold House Gala for AAPI leaders, and getting ready to present at the American Music Awards — Jordan’s not losing sight of what really matters. She’s putting mental health first.

She’s become a voice for anyone who’s ever felt lost in the grind, anyone questioning their worth outside of their achievements. Jordan’s message? “I see you. You matter. Take a moment for yourself — it can be more powerful than you realize.” That’s the kind of energy we all need.