"Ask Jessica"

Question: I'm a fan of you on facebook, thanks for posting all the updates!!! You're awesome jessica :)
Answer: Thanks for the support! I am glad you are enjoying the updates, I have fun reading all the posts!

Category: General / Asked on February 22, 2010 - 9:52am

Question: What do you typically eat in a day? What do you eat before a big meet?
Answer: I always eat a large breakfast after a morning practice, and it's always an egg bagel followed by some cereal. My lunches and dinners are much smaller, and differ from day to day. I eat whatever my team is eating before a meet, I like a little bit of everything...nothing too particular!

Category: General / Asked on February 21, 2010 - 7:23pm

Question: What is your favorite/recommended pre-swim snack?
Answer: I don't really eat too much before I swim, but I always drink a cup of coffee!

Category: General / Asked on February 20, 2010 - 1:34am

Question: Do we need to send a picture with the pre-stamped envelope for an autograph? Or do you have a picture already? Thanks!!
Answer: either, you can send a picture for me to sign, or request an autograph card that I have pre-signed.

Category: General / Asked on February 20, 2010 - 1:23am

Question: what are your favorite dry land exercises?
Answer: I like to jog, use the elliptical machine, lightly lift weights, do various ab exercises, and yoga.

Category: General / Asked on February 20, 2010 - 1:21am

Question: can't wait to see you in the 2012 summer olympics, you will do AMAZING :)
Answer: thanks, I hope you are right!

Category: General / Asked on February 20, 2010 - 1:21am

Question: Do you looove me?
Answer: I love all my fans, thanks for your support!

Category: General / Asked on February 3, 2010 - 11:25am

Question: What is your shoe size?
Answer: Size US 9.5, but not sure why you need this info!

Category: General / Asked on January 21, 2010 - 3:48am

Question: You are my swimming hero. You are my favorite breaststroker!!
Answer: Thanks for your support! Means the world to me.

Category: General / Asked on January 4, 2010 - 7:10pm

Question: If I send in a picture for an autograph, can you write me a small note?
Answer: Sure can, not a problem. Please send a self-adressed and stamped envelope to Jessica Hardy
c/o USA Swimming
One Olympic Plaza
Colorado Springs, CO 80909

Category: General / Asked on January 4, 2010 - 7:10pm

Question: What is your #1 tip for breaststroke?
Answer: keep the tempo up! It's all about speed!

Category: General / Asked on January 3, 2010 - 9:15pm

Question: what got u in to swimming im a swimmer thinking of going to the topyour newest fan rpeace563
Answer: I started competitive swimming when I'd go to our neighborhood pool and noticed a team congregating in the afternoons. My career didn't take off until I was much older, but I enjoyed the water and being part of a team from day one. Best of luck in ur career, and thanks for the support!

Category: General / Asked on November 16, 2009 - 11:16pm

Question: Do you weight train?
Answer: I do not lift any weights. I like to either use an elliptical machine or run, I use stretch cords for my arms, and do various ab exercises.

Category: General / Asked on November 11, 2009 - 8:23am

Question: how many strokes do you do in ur 50 LCM sprint? and in ur 100 LCM?
Answer: I actually never, ever count! Sorry I don't have an answer for you.

Category: General / Asked on November 11, 2009 - 8:21am

Question: my sister and i are huge huge fans of yours. you are an amazing athlete as well as an inspiration. may we please request an autograph picture please.thank you for your time and consideration. lisa and michelle
Answer: If you send a stamped and addressed envelope to Jessica Hardy
c/o USA Swimming
One Olympic Plaza
Colorado Springs, CO 80909, I will be more than happy to autograph anything!

Category: General / Asked on September 11, 2009 - 10:59am

Question: Hi Jessica, In practice do you swim more BR drills or full breaststroke? Do you train by doing primarily 50's 100's 200'sBR? Would love to get a sample workout! Thanks!
Answer: I prefer to do more drills than full breaststroke, and rarely train over 100's breaststroke. My workouts are usually explosive and "all-out" the entire time!

Category: General / Asked on August 18, 2009 - 12:05pm

Question: Do you have any swimming tips for me?
Answer: My best advice is to listen to what your coach says and have fun!

Category: General / Asked on August 17, 2009 - 6:18pm

Question: what are some of your best records?
Answer: I think my fav record is when I broke the 100 lcm breaststroke in Montreal 2005, and then again this summer at the US Open!

Category: General / Asked on August 17, 2009 - 2:08pm

Question: will you be in Istanbul next year Jessica
Answer: I don't think I'll be traveling there, sorry to disappoint!

Category: General / Asked on August 12, 2009 - 6:56am

Question: i support you jessica. i hope you come back stronger than ever and show everyone that they were wrong about you. god speed
Answer: thanks for your support, means the world to me!!

Category: General / Asked on June 30, 2009 - 12:20am