Katie Grimes
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In this episode, embark on a captivating journey with Katie Grimes, the teenage prodigy who conquered the Tokyo Olympics at 15 and is now charting her course for Paris 2024, having already secured her spot on the open water team. In this episode, Katie bares it all as she reflects on the highs and lows of her Olympic debut, sharing the details and emotions of securing 4th place. She shares how it serves as a guiding force for her future endeavors as she balances competing for Team USA this Summer in open water and working to qualify in the pool as well. If accomplished, she'll be the first ever to achieve the extraordinary feat of competing at the Olympics in both open water swimming and pool swimming events.  Immerse yourself in the world of open water racing through Katie's eyes – from the nuances that distinguish it from pool swimming to her initial experiences, the unique preparations involved, and the adrenaline-charged moments of navigating aggressive races and athletes.  Join the dialogue as Katie delves into her thoughts on swimming in college, the delicate art of balancing life as a 17-year-old athlete and regular teenager, and her unexpected passion for her recently purchased Corvette. Discover Katie's real thoughts about the highly talked about training culture at Sandpipers and learn what 'progress' truly means in Katie's dynamic journey, both in her athletic pursuits and personal evolution. Don't miss this unfiltered conversation with Katie Grimes, where the lanes of competition seamlessly merge with the depths of personal discovery. Tune in for some heartfelt moments, some laughs and so much inspiration.    Visit dreamrecovery.io to have your best sleep ever. Use code UNFILTERED for 30% your entire order and 50% off your first month of Dream Tape. cannonballmedia.co Save $250 on your edge tub using code UNFILTERED, visit edgetheorylabs.com littlewordsproject.com
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