What is your name? Linda Meadows
How old are you? 58
What is your occupation(if applicable)? Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
What sport(s) do you play? Weightlifting
Why did you first choose your sport? Wanted to learn correct technique
Why do you continue to play your sport? Love my gym Family
If you could achieve anything you wished for in your sport, what would it be? Maybe win Nationals and then Worlds
How important is achieving your sporting goals to you? Always in my thoughts to do my very best.
What is your favorite sports quote? “Age is no barrier. It’s a limitation you put on your mind.” Jackie Joyner-Kersee
What emotions do you feel when you play well? Happiness. I was able to enact all the hard training into my very best.
What is your favorite song to listen to prior to competing? Old School Heavy Metal Rock
What is your favorite movie about sports? Invincible
How does being an athlete make you a better person? Better health
What is the one thing you always do after a good performance? Eat
What do you do to calm your butterflies while you compete? Remember to have FUN!
If you could play another sport what would it be? Golf
What age were you when you started your sport? 52
What is your favorite food to eat the night before a big competition? Chicken and Veggies
Who inspired you as a young athlete? My Dad
What one word describes you? Perseverance
Who was your favorite coach and why? Dan Rose. He is so patient with me!
What do you give up to play sports? Nothing. Being active is vital to my continued good health
What is your favorite place to compete? I enjoy the National atmosphere
What mental tool do you use under pressure? Breathing
What is your favorite mantra? Enjoy every minute
Do you think attitude is a factor in winning? Always
What image gets you ready to compete? Envisioning myself lifting the weight.
How does being an athlete inspire you to do well? Highly competitive all my life
How does athletics make you a better student or worker? I am able to perform my daily heavy duties with ease.