Training Time: “I’m in the water eight times a week, and the practices last anywhere from one to two hours. Plus, I lift four times a week before my afternoon swim.”
Stay-strong Secret: “I’m a lot smaller than other sprinters, so having really good strength is key for explosiveness off the blocks. I do a lot of Olympic lifting—cleans, deadlifts—plus squats, pullups, and a lot of core stability exercises.”
Recovery Drink:“Right after practice I have a smoothie with almond milk, almond butter, frozen dark cherries, half a banana, and some chia seeds.”
Gym-bag Essentials: “My sunscreen, an extra pair of goggles, and a cap—I have long, thick hair, so I always seem to break my swim caps.”
Breakfast of Champions: “The very first thing I do when I wake up is to chug about 20 ounces of water. Then I have my coffee and some steel-cut oats with some flaxseed, crushed almonds, fresh bananas, and a little maple syrup.”
Healthy Hair Secrets: “I wash my hair with a gentle shampoo every single time I leave the pool, then I use a leave-in conditioner and some argan oil to detangle and keep it hydrated.”
Emergency Travel Aid: “I always have a little packet of almonds and some dark chocolate with me, plus a few herbal teas in my flight bag. It keeps me on track.”
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