Growing up, my parents were healthy eaters and starting to run and compete when I was 13, I knew the need to focus on what you need to eat. I remember going to grocery store myself and picking up fresh fruit and knowing early on the right foods to fuel my body.

I dont love the phrase balancing work and family. It sets up this idea of scales of justice with work on one side and family on the other side.

Persistence is incredibly important. Persistence proves to the person you're trying to reach that you're passionate about something, that you really want something.

I really enjoy making sure the kids get a healthy dinner, a good bath and several books... I really like to try and end the day with some quality time with my kids. If not, I feel guilty.

You face challenges in your personal life and in your professional life. I continue to be relentlessly optimistic and not focus on the negative.

As a working mom, I struggle to find time to work out and go for runs. I usually run two to three times a week and work out with a trainer once a week. I try to go for a longer run on Sundays.

The men with stars on their shoulders supporting gays serving in the military is going to have a profound impact.