By Karina Wilson & Mary Grace Grabill
Medill Reports

BUENOS AIRES — Life as an amateur athlete in Argentina is far from glamorous. Daniel Villafañe is an artistic gymnast for Argentina’s men’s national team. He spends his time training, traveling and managing his finances. In preparation for several world cups, he opens up about his trials and tribulations. Hear from Villafañe on how he navigates life while chasing his dream: the Olympics. 

Karina Wilson and Mary Grace Grabill are video and broadcast graduate students at Medill. You can follow them on Twitter @kkarinawilson & @mg_grabill1.

Reporting in Argentina was supported by Mariana Percovich.