The exercises helped get the flexibility back in my ankle and also increased my overall flexibility. As I was getting into my 30s, I wanted to do everything I could to improve my longevity.

I didn't want to use anything as a crutch and ever have excuses heading into a match.

One of the best ways to [improve my longevity] that is to minimize injury or avoid it by being more flexible—especially when we are meeting at the net. There is a hitter and blocker, which means a lot foot contact, where you can twist your ankle easily.

A lot of guys are out there with their iPods. I'm not one of them. I just never really got into it.

Volleyball is not like a formula so we must give players some freedom.

When I warm up now though—especially on center court—there is usually music playing, so I don't really mess with music.

When you’ve done everything you can to train yourself for competition, you’ll sleep well when the tournament is over, win or lose.