I've always known that sporting people frequently suffer from joint problems because of the repeated strain they put on their bodies to get to the top. But somehow I never thought it would happen to me.

By carrying the torch, you will be bridging cultural and social barriers, and all the boundaries that separate nation from nation.

My thoughts before a big race are usually pretty simple. I tell myself: Get out of the blocks, run your race, stay relaxed. If you run your race, you'll win... channel your energy. Focus.

I've found that a person does not need protein from meat to be a successful athlete. In fact, my best year of track competition was the first year I ate a vegan diet.

After I left the podium in Atlanta, I felt so fulfilled in my career that I lost my desire to compete at that level again.

I work with the Carl Lewis Foundation focusing on youth from high school down.

My best year of track competition was the first year I ate a vegan diet.