The sound of the blades on the ice in the morning is like smelling fresh coffee.

Career-wise, I was not the most naturally talented ice skater. Of course I had a knack for it , but practice was always the answer for me. I needed to put in the time to get back the confidence that led me to Olympic gold.

I can't even imagine what it's like and right now I'm like in shock, I can't believe that I'm Olympic Champion.

I love working out and when I'm home. I love the feeling of walking out of a class. That's just an addictive feeling for me.

I had that feeling of just pure joy and I went out there and put it in my program.

Getting through a workout is just very fulfilling. That 'Ah, I didn't want to do it but I did it and now I feel 10 times better.'

Over the years, God and St. Therese have kept me going no matter how bad things were.