I know that they [Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Florence Griffith-Joyner and even Wilma Rudolph] have paved the way and they have been a source of inspiration.

I had worked so hard; that was my opportunity. And my mom was just able to turn it around for me. She helped me to be able to see the other side of things and that this is not the end for me.

I have learned that track doesn't define me. My faith defines me. I'm running because I have been blessed with a gift.

My dad's a pastor and a seminary professor, my mom, she has such great faith.

I'm an athlete who's very determined and I understand sacrifice.

As you get older, there are going to be a few more challenges, but thankfully I'm still feeling good.

Parents have to understand, that even if their child isn't showing athletic excellence in a certain sport, they still need to be involved. They don't need to be involved in a military type of setting, they just need to get out and play and enjoy themselves and find it themselves.