American sprinter Twanisha Terry has revealed what it takes to become an Olympian
American sprinter Twanisha Terry who is a gold medalist in the women's 4X100m relay final at this year's the Paris 2024 has disclosed just what it takes to be an Olympian.
The two-time world 4x100m champion in 2022 and 2023 anchored the USA team to gold, holding off Jamaica’s Shericka Jackson.
"I would say my advice to younger athletes is first off to be realistic with yourself and I say that because some athletes would say that they want to be Olympians they want to do this, they want to that but their work ethics don't match the goals that they have in mind," said Terry via the OGs podcast.
Terry, who is a training mate of 100m world champion Sha’Carri Richardson shared what made her an Olympian.
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"I would definitely say start by being realistic. Then write down your goals annd set time for your goals so that you can accomplish them. You can write that same goal down everyday, in the morining and the night."
"Also do them in small milestones don't just try to go for the biggest goal and eventually you'll accomplish your biggest goal"
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"Do your research on your sport and those that came before you and understand what it takes to be the best in your sport if that's what you want to accomplish," she added
At age 19, in April 2018, Terry ran 10.99 seconds in the 100m at the Mt. SAC Relays, becoming the joint fourth-fastest U20 woman in history.