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15 February 2012 Last updated at 06:42

London 2012: Gymnast Beth Tweddle inspires future sport stars

Gymnast Beth Tweddle, three-time world champion, is hoping to inspire athletes of the future at a new academy in Liverpool.

Beth was the first ever British gymnast to win a medal at both the World and European Championships, and was British national champion seven years in a row.

Even though she's got this year's Olympics to focus on, she's found time to train young gymnasts in the making.

Newsround's Hayley went to meet Beth to find out more...

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