I'm a firm believer in if you work hard you should play hard. So I try to keep my life as balanced as possible to keep my sanity.

I'm a typical college girl; I love to shop and gossip with my roommates about boys and whatnot.

I just tell people to listen to your heart. Anything is possible if you are doing something you love.

I think having the right music can really help you have fun while staying in shape. Make a great playlist that motivates you!

I feel blessed to have an opportunity to try out for a second Olympics team and if it doesn't work out, hey I gave it my all.

I got a custom-made silk dress from a Chinese tailor for really cheap. I sketched it out on a piece of paper, and they took my measurements and made the dress for me in a day!

It was probably right after I made my comeback - after retiring post-2008 Olympics - when I finally felt more at ease with my body. Being away from the sport helped put things in perspective.