Missy Franklin

Missy Franklin

Swimmer

Missy Franklin is an Olympic swimmer known for her remarkable achievements and advocacy for mental health in sports.

Fun People Girl Thinking Too Much Swimming
Born
May 10, 1995
Quotes
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Rank
#1876

About Missy Franklin

Missy Franklin — Life and Legacy

Missy Franklin, an Olympic gold medalist and world champion swimmer, has made a significant impact in the world of competitive swimming. Her achievements include four Olympic gold medals, which she earned at the 2012 London Olympics, showcasing her exceptional talent and dedication to the sport. Franklin's philosophy centers around resilience and authenticity, as reflected in her quotes that inspire many. One of her notable quotes, 'You can’t put a limit on anything,' encapsulates her belief in pushing boundaries and striving for greatness. This mindset not only fueled her success in the pool but also resonated with her fans, encouraging them to pursue their dreams without hesitation. Franklin's emphasis on being true to oneself is evident in her statement, 'I think the biggest thing is to be yourself,' which highlights the importance of self-acceptance and personal growth. Today, Franklin's influence extends beyond swimming; she advocates for mental health awareness in sports, emphasizing that athletes should prioritize their well-being. Her quotes continue to inspire individuals to embrace resilience and determination, making her a prominent figure in both athletics and advocacy.

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Missy Franklin quotes

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"A huge part of swimming for me is I love it, and it is so much fun."

Fun Swimming Huge
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"I am the luckiest girl in the world. I learned that if I just keep a positive mental attitude, that I can go out there and do whatever I hope I can do. It's all mental in getting out there, and having confidence in myself, and having strength and knowing I can do it."

Girl Attitude Knowing
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"Sometimes we complain, but there is something beautiful about waking up before everyone to get better at what we love."

Beautiful Motivation Get Better
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"The goal is to keep having fun. Not let that pressure get to me and still be Missy."

Sports Fun Goal
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"For me, it seems to help me take the pressure off if I don't pay attention to what other people are telling me."

People Attention Pay
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"I'm always so excited about what I do that I try to get everyone to feel that way."

Trying Way Excited
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"I haven't even thought about a world record. I just want to go out there and have fun. I think when you focus too much on the numbers, you don't see anything that's out there."

Fun Thinking Numbers
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"For my parents to let me turn down the money that I have been offered to go pro, it's unbelievable. They want me to enjoy my senior year in high school. I am so excited to be a senior, finally. It doesn't get more fun than that."

Senior Fun School
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"Sometimes when my mom finds a fun article and really wants me to read it, I will. But I prefer to just kind of focus on what I want to do and not really what other people are saying, because I don't want that to affect me too much."

Mom Fun People
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"I don't like watching myself on TV, I don't like reading about myself."

Reading Tvs
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"I don't think about the trials and the Olympics a lot. If I do, it's just going to stress me out and get me worried."

Stress Thinking Trials
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"For right now, I still believe that college is what's going to make me the happiest girl."

Girl Believe College
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