I don't only go to practice because I am forced to, I go to practice because I want to. I bring a positive energy to the team. I always motivate others to train harder and not give up. During the day of the meets, I always try to find a way to help my coaches such as going to the course and cheering for my team or staying by the finish line and helping them write down my team mates' times. I have a positive mindset which helps me to keep on training and not give up. I do not slack off and I do the tasks that I am given to do without a complaint. In fact, I always try to run more than I usually can do. Although I have four AP classes and other extracurricular activities going on, I am able to balance my academics and sports.