I told myself there was no way I was going to let this training go to waste. It was my time, and I was ready to go.

- Katie Hoff

I don't have a specific mantra; It's more about believing that I'm tough. I've been through a lot, and I'm not wiling to let myself get beat.

- Katie Hoff

My boyfriend is not a swimmer!

- Katie Hoff

I like underwater pole vaulting, because you can have perfect form without the risk.

- Katie Hoff

I can just put my head down and train hard.

- Katie Hoff

I feel like I'm more of the underdog, which is kind of nice.

- Katie Hoff