I'm fortunate to have an amazing, strong mother who is so supportive of everything me and my sisters did growing up - but she was someone who never forced us to go swim or to go do this or that. She helped us think about certain consequences when we needed to, but we made our own decisions. I think if I were forced to swim, I wouldn't have stayed in the pool as long as I did.
Michael PhelpsI'm kind of a creature of habit. Once I get used to doing things, it's like second nature.
Michael PhelpsThis is the first medal I've ever won in an international meet. For it to be gold is incredible. It feels great. I can't explain it.
Michael PhelpsThere will be obstacles. There will be doubters. There will be mistakes. But with hard work... THERE ARE NO LIMITS.
Michael PhelpsBefore, 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.
Michael Phelps