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Isadora Alvelo-Malina
Juvenile Girls
How old were you when you started skating?
3-years-old.
What do you love most about skating?
I love jumping and landing new jumps.
What is a challenge you have with skating?
I am working on skating consistently even when I am nervous.
Who inspires you and why?
Nathan Chen, because he is an Olympic champion and is very smart, attending a good college.
Favorite skating element
Double axel
Favorite Book
Percy Jackson & the Olympians series
Favorite Holiday
Christmas
Do you have a ritual or routine you do before or after you compete? If so, what is it?
I do an off ice warm-up. I also bring a squishmallow plush and my lucky bunnies.
Favorite Season
Fall
What advice would you give a younger skater that has dreams of skating and competing like you are?
Skate for yourself and always have fun.