“I try to make the good days great and take something positive from the days I'm …” — Katie Ledecky

More than anything, praying just helps me to concentrate and let go of things that don't matter in that moment. It gives me peace knowing I'm in good hands.

It's always great to see young swimmers and their excitement and the joy that they have in the water.

My faith has always been important to me. It defines who I am.

I would encourage you to set really high goals. Set goals that, when you set them, you think they're impossible. But then every day you can work towards them, and anything is possible, so keep working hard and follow your dreams.