She was a triathlete and fitness enthusiast herself .
She drew upon her own experiences when advising the children and their parents about the steps they needed to accomplish to not only have a good and healthy life but also to encourage their children in the sport of swimming .
Being a triathlete and fitness enthusiast herself , she drew upon her own experiences when advising the children and their parents about the steps they needed to accomplish to not only have a good and healthy life but also to encourage their children in the sport of swimming .