We typically don't choose our athletes until about a month prior to the Games because anything can happen.

At the Olympics, you there to do a job. I feel you should take it seriously. You should be respectful. You are putting on the red-white-and-blue and going out there to perform for your country.

I share Len Saunders’ concerns about childhood obesity and getting kids to be active beginning at an early age.

It's important to have a plan, a big picture. You can deviate from it or change it completely, but it gives you something to work for.

If you can't handle all the injuries and scars, choose a less demanding sport.

In gymnastics, the longest routine you do is a minute and a half, and that's pretty tough to get through.

There is always going to be a reason why you can't do something; your job is to constantly look for the reasons why you can achieve your dreams.