My mom is great and I make sure that we pray together before every race. She helps me put everything in perspective and remind me of the real reason I run.

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"I'm always nervous. If I wasn't nervous, it would be weird. I get the same feeling at all the big races. It's part of the routine, and I accept it. It means I'm there and I'm ready."

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Courage

"I am a big believer in visualization. I run through my races mentally so that I feel even more prepared."

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Creativity

"I always want to give more than I gave yesterday."

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"The more I train, the more I realize that it's not about the medals. It's about the journey and the person I become."

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Growth

"Before a race, I block out what's going on in the stadium. It's different for everyone. But for me, I've always been able to block it out. For a sprint race, it's important not to get distracted."

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