People wanted to be friends with me for not the right reasons. They'd introduce me to somebody else as the Olympian or the swimmer. I didn't want to stand out. I wanted to blend in.
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.
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.
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.
Sometimes success is simply being willing to give it your all. - Amanda Beard
Sometimes success is simply being willing to give it your all.
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…
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.
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.
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