I always know where the scissors are.

There is nothing better than having a personal-best day, being in shape and pushing myself beyond my own limits.

I think what my parents did was perfect. They were strict, concerned about my safety and held me back just a little.

I always know where the scissors are.

As a young athlete, it was first about having fun; then it was about winning.

I got interested in decathlon because a coach that I had was a big fan of Bruce Jenner, and he just saw the ability in me - but when it came down to it, I knew my best chance at a college scholarship would be in track and field.

And there is such a thing as a decathlon high. It's like a rock rolling down hill, picking up momentum. You get better and better.