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Usually, the Olympics is a bit stronger competition.
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Ultimately, it's only four minutes in one day out of my life.
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My academic schedule is lighter this year because it's an Olympic year.
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I hope to show girls that eating smart, without giving up their favorite foods, can help them be their best in all areas of their lives.
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I'm not feeling any pressure. We're used to being the very last in the spotlight.
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Years ago I used to cry but I think I used up all my tears. I have to take helpful steps and it's not going to help me to cry.
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For whatever reason, the pro world has kind of died out, and the skaters are staying in, staying competitive, putting in the effort, the training to stay at the top of their game. It's difficult.
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I really wanted to soak it in. Everyone is so quick to get off (of the ice), but we work so hard for this. It's nice to take two minutes to enjoy your accomplishments.
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It works well for my skating. I like the fact it gives weight to spins and jumps that were only checked off (under the 6.0 system). I'm really excited for the new system at Nationals.
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I think we're much more easygoing this time. It's like water, Kleenex...
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For me, when I get to the venue and have the people and the audience, my performance boosts up. I skate at a much higher level. I'm one of those people that feel like I can feed off the energy and be better. I love to perform.
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I'll probably buy practical things, ... Groceries, gas.
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It's hard for the girls here and everybody has worked so hard to earn a spot on the team. But it's the U.S. Olympic Committee's job to pick the three skaters who have the best chance at the Olympics.
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I'm a competitive person and I love the challenge of mastering new things.
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It's bittersweet. I tried hard, I have no regrets. For that performance, silver is generous.
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Cardio is tough after a day of skating, but with my iPod I can get into the moment and complete the cardio training for the day.
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I think it was a gift. I am very pleased.
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I feel I've matured as a skater and a person in the past four years.
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I've always emulated her work ethic because she was one of the few skaters that didn't lose her temper, that would have a bad day, but have a great attitude, come back and try again. That was a huge lesson for me to learn.
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I celebrate Hanukkah. Anything with gifts is good.
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It's a hard decision for whoever has to make it. I hope the best decision is made. I know they worked hard all year, and it would be nice for them to go since they earned their spots.
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I didn't think I was going to get any medals, and so it was great to get silver.
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I'm used to a very busy schedule. Right now it revolves around training and preparing for Nationals in January. I'm usually at the rink from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. and then I attend public school for two hours, three times per week.
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John was sick of having little girls in pink dresses who were just trying their best. He would try to create controversy. It was not always good for me, but it was fun for him.