“I don't mind the sparkle - I think it's kind of a tradition in skating...” — Kristi Yamaguchi Quote

I don't mind the sparkle - I think it's kind of a tradition in skating. I don't think the men really need sparkles, but for the women it's part of the glamour of our sport.

I'm always looking for inspiring ways to stay motivated and stay active.

I'm a perfectionist.

Growing up as an athlete, I started skating very young. My parents didn't know anything about the sport, so they went with the flow. I had two great coaches who gave great advice and gave guidelines for my parents. My parents let the coaches dictate what was going on on the ice.

Having achieved my own dreams, I want to give to kids who are less fortunate, who struggle with everyday obstacles. I want to give them something positive in their lives: support.

Glamour to me is about remaining graceful and understated.

I think New York is the center of fashion, even though L.A. has a lot of heritage and the glamour of Hollywood.

Everybody wants the Hollywood glamour of the Premier League.

I love glamour.

My studies and my journey to succeed in the glamour world will go simultaneously.