Training for the Olympics was a lifelong endeavor and took many years.

In terms of my career, having the gold definitely changed my life. The Olympics are different, you know? They're every four years and it's such a small group.

I'm always looking for inspiring ways to stay motivated and stay active.

I've always worked closely with the designers and whoever's making the costumes. Comfort is the last thing you want on your mind when you're competing. In an ideal situation, you'll have something where you'll put it on and you're fine and you don't have to worry about it at all.

I don't mind the sparkle - I think it's kind of a tradition in skating. I don't think the men really need sparkles, but for the women it's part of the glamour of our sport.

Training for the Olympics was a lifelong endeavor and took many years.

The past couple years training with Kurt have really brought inspiration into my skating.