Before, it came easy for me. I don't have two speeds anymore. I need to focus on the small things that I once took for granted.

I learned how fast you can go from being an international hero to being a reference in a joke on a late night talk show.

Perseverance, determination, commitment, and courage-those things are real. The desire for redemption drives you.

I won't predict anything historic. But nothing is impossible.

When I race, I don't think about it; it just happens.

I think goals should never be easy, they should force you to work, even if they are uncomfortable at the time.

I think the biggest things I am looking forward to is getting new faces into the sport. Getting kids who could be afraid of water to feel comfortable in the pool.