I can just put my head down and train hard.

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

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

I'm just going to go out there and do my best.

I'm more relaxed and just feel like there's kind of a peace with myself.

I'm not saying I didn't have a great 2008. I just made it a chore. I made it look laborious.

If I could compete at home, and never leave Rochester, I'd be in perfect condition.

My boyfriend is not a swimmer!

Things definitely got out of perspective.

To break the mark definitely showed me I'm on the right track.

When I look back, I'm definitely proud of what I did. It kind of allows me to move forward and reset my goals.

The last few years haven't been as good so I can fly under the radar, come in and do the best I can and I don't have all these high hopes placed on me.