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Olivia Schmidt

I’m Olivia Schmidt, an Olympic athlete representing Team USA. I compete across multiple sports because I love the challenge of pushing my limits in new ways. Whether I’m on the track, in the water, or in the gym, I’m always chasing progress and seeing how far I can go.

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Why I Compete

Why I Compete

People usually assume it’s all about winning, and of course that’s part of it. But for me, it goes deeper than that. I compete because I want to see what I’m capable of. Every trai…

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Mental Game

The physical side of competition is only part of it. What goes on in my head before I step out there can make or break everything. I spend time visualizing my performance, how I mo…

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Fuel Matters

Fuel Matters

I used to think training was the hardest part of being an athlete. And don’t get me wrong it’s tough. But what happens outside of training is just as important, if not more. Nutrit…

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Small Wins

Not every day is about big breakthroughs. Today was one of those days where progress showed up in a small way, a slightly faster time, a cleaner movement, a better finish. A while…

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Switching Lanes

Switching Lanes

One of the things I love most about what I do is the variety. Today I went from sprint work on the track straight into swim training. Two completely different environments, but bot…

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Sunrise Grind

I’m not naturally a morning person, but I’ve learned to respect what early mornings give me. There’s a certain clarity that comes with being up before everything else starts moving…

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