The competition level is different. Before high school, I'd usually be going against swimmers who were around my speed in all the heats. Now, I find myself swimming against people who are either a lot faster or a lot slower than me.

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I've been swimming competitively since I was 5. My mom used to be more strict about me going to practice and being involved in it. But now, she says it's all up to me whether I continue to do it.

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I've met some of the greatest people through swimming.

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