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Tell me more about your regimen to overcome the
barriers such as your broken bones. What’s your
secret to recovery?
There’s no real secret to recovery. You make sure that you’re
smart about it, get good treatment and follow through with
it. I have faith in sports medicine, and had skilled surgeons
with super support staff. Getting back on the track to do
what I love is a motivation to be tough.
BMXers are a tight bunch while competing. How is
envy handled by you, your best friend Connor, and
other friends?
BMX is pretty cool that way. We keep friendship separate
from racing. Out on the track, you’re focused on your own
performance. We have lots of fun after the races and in
training. We joke around and have a good time as we travel.
What are your race day and training rituals to
gain a competitive edge?
I try to keep loose and be laid back through the pressure and
expectations. I follow routines I’ve learned in my training. I
listen to music, do yoga, and meditate. I love my sport and
am just so privileged to be doing something that’s so fun.
Who inspires you?
Watching Canadian Olympian Andre De Grasse at sprint
events. He gives his all. My Olympic goals were fueled in
Vancouver 2010 by freestyle skier Alex Bilodeau and the
men’s hockey team taking gold. I admire Clara Hughes
for her athletic triumphs in winter and summer sports, for
overcoming mental health issues and sharing her knowledge
with others.
If not BMX racing, what would you be doing?
I love hockey and would’ve been proud to play pro in
the NHL. When time permits, I’m working toward a
kinesiology degree. I’d like to continue working in sports and
perhaps coach someday.
What do you enjoy when you’re not racing?
Watching motocross, hockey, track and field, and other
Olympic sports. I am a golfer, (laughing) make that a hacker.
I love the ocean so I go surfing when I can. Just playing in
the waves on a boogie board is relaxing. My comfort foods
are burgers, fries and ice cream. And I like Mexican food.