Summer Sanders

Sports have always been a huge part of my life and my conversations. It is a thrill and an honor to be…

— Summer Sanders

It's hard to go out and practice every single day, and you get really tired. But you have to believe in yourself.

— Summer Sanders

To be a champion, I think you have to see the big picture. It's not about winning and losing; it's about every…

— Summer Sanders

My parents wanted us to be pool-safe, so I had lessons when I was 18 months old. I would like to share…

— Summer Sanders

I don't care how much you're working out; when you go to put on that bikini, you're like, 'Oh no!'

— Summer Sanders

I first noticed my varicose veins when I was pregnant with my second child, and I'd always thought that it was something…

— Summer Sanders

When I started running, the pain barrier was very familiar to me, and I had no problem pushing beyond the pain. When…

— Summer Sanders

Here's what I've learned about eating healthy when you're busy: It's all about preparation. Make your snacks on Sunday, and you will…

— Summer Sanders

Nutrition doesn't have to be complicated. It goes back to the lessons you learned as a kid. Start with a real breakfast;…

— Summer Sanders

It's not really about the competition. Your biggest challenge in a race is yourself. You're often racing against time. You're frequently running…

— Summer Sanders

The kids know what I'm doing when I exercise, and that's powerful. So don't just tell your kids to go play outside.…

— Summer Sanders

I think some parents fall into a trap, teaching their kids that everything is always perfect and everyone is always a winner.

— Summer Sanders

'I Got a Feeling' by the Black Eyed Peas - Reminds me of happy, fun times with my friends and makes me…

— Summer Sanders

I missed the Olympic team in 1996 - missed making the team. I tried to make a comeback in my sport, and…

— Summer Sanders

I grew up in northern California, where it was consistently in the hundreds in the summertime. My dad didn't think he should…

— Summer Sanders

The things you learn from sports - setting goals, being part of a team, confidence - that's invaluable. It's not about trophies…

— Summer Sanders

I enjoyed every bit of my swimming career. I think that's the most important advice - to enjoy what you do

— Summer Sanders

No matter whether you're an Olympic swimmer or you're someone who doesn't like to swim, your kids should learn this life skill.…

— Summer Sanders

Make sure that when you look at your plate, it's a beautiful blank canvas to start with, and you want lots of…

— Summer Sanders

Once you learn the basic rules of good nutrition, you'll realize it's not so complicated. It doesn't matter if you're running errands…

— Summer Sanders

I used to carbo load. But then I ran my first marathon, actually on a whim. All I could think of was…

— Summer Sanders

If you're not mentally tough, If nerves undo you instead of focus you, If you don't have the inner arrogance That you…

— Summer Sanders

I love KIND bars. My favorites are coconut and almond and the dark chocolate and sea salt because staying fueled helps keep…

— Summer Sanders

Thinking about your training should put a smile on your face. As cliche as it sounds, you are worth all the time…

— Summer Sanders

That's what I love about running - I feel like we all celebrate each other. Even if you're racing somebody at the…

— Summer Sanders