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“I Will What I Want.” Thats the message behind Under Armour’s new commercial featuring Misty Copeland, and it’s guaranteed to make you (1) adore Misty and (2) feel ready to take on the world. 

The 60-second spot starts with the rock-hard ballerina on pointe. In the background, a young girl’s voice reads a rejection letter from a ballet school that lists the dancer’s flaws. Among other things, the girl is told she has “the wrong body” and “is too old.”

Then, the music changes, and Misty breaks out into a breathtaking dance. See for yourself:

In case you didn’t know, Misty started ballet at the age of 13 (most people who hope to become a professional dancer start taking classes much younger). She also struggled with custodial battles between her parents and dance teachers but fought through these obstacles to become the third African American woman to ever achieve the rank of American Ballet Theater soloist.

The commercial ends with the words “I Will What I Want,” the name of Under Armour’s new community fitness app for women; the app lets you follow Misty and other badass female athletes, like skier Lindsey Vonn, tennis player Sloan Stephens, and soccer player Kelley O’Hara.

For inspiration from another amazing woman, check out this video of Kacy Catanzaro becoming the first woman ever to qualify for the finals of American Ninja Warrior.

More from Women’s Health:
Why You Should Be PROUD to Do Things ‘Like a Girl’
Men and Women Face a Double Standard in the Workplace—and This Gutsy Commercial Calls Us Out on It
7 Things You Need to Know About Ballerina Misty Copeland