She was known for performing at a high technical level, but was held back in her career by repeated injuries.

She is one of only a handful of female gymnasts to attempt and successfully complete the 'Mo Salto'.

[1] Zhang Yufei moved to San Diego, CA, in August 2009.

She worked as a gymnastics coach for North County Gymnastics and is now a coach with SD United Training Center, San Diego California.

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