Id go to swim practice, put my face in the water, and I didnt have to talk to anybody. Swimming was like my escape, but it was also like this huge prison because I felt like I had to swim up to peoples standards.
I don't underestimate the power of mental preparation throughout all of my training. I'm in a much better state of mind about competition. - Amanda Beard
I don't underestimate the power of mental preparation throughout all of my training. I'm in a much better state of mind about competition.
- Amanda Beard
I always tell people, I'm a better swimmer because I'm a mom and a better mom because I'm swimmer. - Amanda Beard
I always tell people, I'm a better swimmer because I'm a mom and a better mom because I'm swimmer.
Breaking composure, confidence, and speed in the water makes you lose the race, not the goggles that fell off your head when you dove in. - Amanda Beard
Breaking composure, confidence, and speed in the water makes you lose the race, not the goggles that fell off your head when you dove in.
If you want me to swim fast, you have to let me enjoy my life. - Amanda Beard
If you want me to swim fast, you have to let me enjoy my life.
Almost religiously, I step away from everything and close my eyes and breathe deeply for a few moments. It helps solidify my focus and aligns everyth… - Amanda Beard
Almost religiously, I step away from everything and close my eyes and breathe deeply for a few moments. It helps solidify my focus and aligns everyth…
Sometimes success is simply being willing to give it your all. - Amanda Beard
Sometimes success is simply being willing to give it your all.
I get scared when I approach teachers and tell them that I'll probably be able to attend only half the classes, .. I'm scared that they're going to d… - Amanda Beard
I get scared when I approach teachers and tell them that I'll probably be able to attend only half the classes, .. I'm scared that they're going to d…
To look good in the water you have to pick the right swimsuit. I own close to 500. - Amanda Beard
To look good in the water you have to pick the right swimsuit. I own close to 500.
Some people like to focus on other aspects of my life, but first and foremost I am a dedicated and top swimmer. - Amanda Beard
Some people like to focus on other aspects of my life, but first and foremost I am a dedicated and top swimmer.
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