Stephanie Rice is Triple Olympic Gold Medalist in swimming, world record holder Women’s 200 & 400 meter individual and winner of numerous other honors and awards. She is in conversation with Namita Nayyar President Women Fitness
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
Beginning at just 17 years of age you won gold in the 200 & 400 Individual Medley at the Melbourne Commonwealth Games. Then you reached the pinnacle of success by winning 200m, 400m, and 4 x 200m Freestyle Relay at 2008 Summer Olympics with World Records. What factors you consider were responsible that made you achieve that?
Ms. Stephanie Rice:
There were a number of factors that contributed to my success as an athlete. Most importantly is my coach Michael Bohl, we have a fantastic relationship built on trust and we understand each other. He knew how to push me to get the best out of myself, but also knew when to back off. Commonwealth Games in 2006 was the confidence boost and exposure I needed to lead in to the Olympics. I started training much harder after 2006 not only in the pool but in the gym and made sure that I was doing everything possible to do the best I could in Beijing…such as Diet, Cross Training and Recovery.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
What exercises comprise your fitness regime or workout routine you shall like to share?
Ms. Stephanie Rice:
Apart from the 5hrs a day I did training in the pool, I also did 30mins of dry land exercises such as core strengthening work, pilates, stretching, plyometric exercises and running.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
Do you take some special diet or have a strict menu that you follow to remain healthy and physically fit?
Ms. Stephanie Rice:
Yes. I ate the same food every day at the same time. I was very strict and regimented. I ate eggs, gluten free toast, brown rice and tuna or some form of seafood and lots of veggies and fruit. As well as my post-training recovery nutrition which was usually a banana, protein shake and a sports drink.
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