I'm kind of a creature of habit. Once I get used to doing things, it's like second nature.

I'm kind of a creature of habit. Once I get used to doing things, it's like second nature.

If you put your mind to anything that you dream, you can achieve it.

I think sometimes I guess you see records, say you want to get there and use that as motivation. In a way, it's kind of cool if there is a possibility to rewrite history and be up there with the greats of Olympic history.

I don't have a strict diet. It's all about cramming in as many calories into my system as I possibly can. To be honest with you, I have a tough time keeping weight on.

And, you know, being able to wear the stars and stripes, when you step up on one of the blocks or, you know, when you step off of an airplane or when you hear the national anthem play, you know, it's one of the greatest feelings in the world because you know that there are people at home who are supporting you and watching you.

Every day after I wake up, I think, 'Wait... this can't be real; I'm still going to wake up.'