I think it's really important to look at the big picture instead of just one competition

Go into the sport because you have fun doing it, not because of 'what ifs' and dreams of gold medals. That way, no matter what happens, you win.

I'm used to short distances and short bursts of energy; it was just fastest

I'm coming up on 30. There are other things that I want to pursue outside of just performing.

It's amazing to me that they're cutting physical education programs in the school systems.

It's been really good to have a goal and go after it. That feels good

I can now successfully drive a stick. That's a huge accomplishment.