240 Quotes by Michael Phelps

I have a lot of goals, but I think that I just want to take it day by day.

I listen to music before my competitions to get me pumped up. It helps me stay focused.

I want to retire how I want to retire - and I have a great opportunity to do that.

I still remember the days, not wanting to see anybody, not wanting to talk to anybody, really not wanting to live. I was on an express elevator to the bottom floor, wherever that might be.

I want to continue the sport of swimming. I'm not going to give up until I think it's reached where I want it to go.

I'll be working with kids for the rest of my life.

There are too many kids who are drowning for lack of water safety. That's something I'd like to do. Teaching kids to live an active lifestyle.

I usually try to eat lot of calories. With so many events, it is important to sustain a high level of energy through the entire meet. I usually eat two hours before a meet.

For the millionth time, I'm retired. I keep saying it, and people keep answering, 'Well, maybe he doesn't mean it this time.' But I do.