Nothing is impossible. With so many people saying it couldn't be done, all it takes is an imagination.

My mom put me and my sisters in the water to feel comfortable, to have water safety.

I'm satisfied in a way because this is an eye opener for me, ... I didn't have the success I've always been able to have. I learned a lot.

My goal is one Olympic gold medal. Not many people in this world can say, 'I'm an Olympic gold medalist.'

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

Not having to travel and being able to settle in has helped me in training life and school life. I've learned to get a grip and take care of myself.

For recovery, I think it's a big deal to eat within a half-hour after you exercise. Otherwise I just try to put carbs into my system before I swim and then load up on the protein after. I don't count calories. Whether it's Sour Patch Kids or Reese's or a bag of chips, if I feel like eating it, I'm going to eat it.