Indian gymnast Pranati Nayak is set to compete at her fourth Asian Games, reflecting on a journey that began in West Bengal and took her to the Tokyo Olympics. Speaking exclusively to The Free Press Journal, Nayak discussed her early days, overcoming injuries, meditation, disciplined diet, mentoring young gymnasts and handling pressure, while thanking her supporters for standing by her.

Indian gymnast Pranati Nayak is set to represent the country at the Asian Games, marking another significant chapter in a career that has taken her from a simple childhood in West Bengal to the biggest stages in international gymnastics.

Speaking exclusively to The Free Press Journal, Nayak opened up about her journey, the challenges she faced, her Olympic experience, preparation and expectations ahead of her fourth Asian Games.

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1) Take us back to your childhood in West Bengal. What was Pranati like as a young girl before gymnastics became such a big part of your life?