I'm not getting recognized because I posed in a swimsuit edition of some magazine, but because of what I do on the field, and that's important to me.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
It's my job in Hollywood to find roles where I get to be a character not a bathing suit.
For a while I was on the cover of every Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, which was regarded as the pinnacle of success in America.
I was asked to be in Vogue but I said no. I didn't want to advertise make-up. I didn't want to be seen as a sex symbol.
I want to be known for my athletic achievements, not my celebrity.
I don't even think twice about wearing a swimsuit because it's always been a part of my lifestyle.
If you're on the cover of any magazine, you certainly get recognized more.
I'm a big believer in everybody being themselves. If not doing a swimsuit calendar is yourself, that's great. But if doing a swimsuit calendar is yourself, then you should be able to do it. What I do outside the car adds to who I am and expresses a different side of me.
It took me six years to be comfortable modeling a swimsuit.
When I got the paperwork for Superstars, and I saw they asked what size swimsuit I wear, I had a hot flash, nearly broke into cold sweats and hired a trainer immediately.
Very few women get asked to be in the swimsuit issue, and I'm really proud to be one of so many beautiful and empowering women.