P Stoker

Yoga has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. Both of my parents are yoga teachers, so I grew up around it. At the time, I never thought much about it—it was simply part of everyday life. Looking back now, I realize just how much it has shaped me, not only as an athlete but as a person. As I’ve gotten older and started competing in high school sports, I’ve seen how much yoga carries over into everything I do. In baseball, it gives me the mobility and stability to move more...

I’m incredibly excited for the opportunity to compete at state with my high school swim team. It’s something that my whole team and I have worked toward all season, and knowing the late nights have paid off makes it even more meaningful. Every practice, every strict set, and every adjustment has led to this moment. Competing at state gives me the chance to line up against top swimmers and really test myself at a higher level. It represents not just progress for the individual swimmers on my...

Right now, my main focus is to show up for my goals. It can be a challenge to stay present and do what is necessary when motivation isn’t high. I remind myself to keep the pace, move forward. This past week my goal has been to increase the connectivity of my swim mechanics. I know this will only happen if I stay consistent. Paying attention to my routines, breaking everything down to the basics and building up to create habits easily accessible when I compete. Some days feel repetitive and...