Last month, I had the opportunity to visit the Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista, California while I was there with Kellogg’s and the other Champions of Great Starts Bloggers.
Photo Source: Trent Stafford
Our day at the Chula Vista Training Center started with breakfast in the dining hall where all the Olympic hopefuls that stay on campus can eat their meals. In addition to hot meals prepared by the onsite chef, the hopefuls have their choice of cereals, breads, fruits and oats. While we were there eating breakfast, so were some of the hopefuls. Needless to say, I felt so out of place and incredibly out of shape.
Photo Source: Trent Stafford
After breakfast we learned more about Kellogg’s and their partnership with the Olympics. They have teamed up with eight Olympic hopefuls (Team Kellogg’s) and each of these hopefuls, created a video of their “Start Story” that you can find on the Kellogg’s Facebook Page. In watching these videos, you see eight extraordinary people who are going to go on to do amazing things. Their strength, determination, drive, spirit…it’s just all very evident in these short little videos.
I’m not sure about you, but I can’t wait to watch the Olympics!
Photo Source: Trent Stafford
While we were at the training center, I also had the opportunity to interview Rita Wieber, who is the mom of Olympic Gymnast Hopeful, Jordyn Wieber. It was a one-on-one interview (that was being recorded) and I was incredibly nervous. I think it went well and I’m looking forward to sharing the video with you once I receive it.
I also did a professional photo shoot that was way too much fun. I hate being the one in front of the camera, but I actually enjoyed myself. Rumor has it that I’ll get my own Kellogg’s cereal box with my picture on it. I don’t have the pictures from that shoot yet, but if and when I do get them, I’ll share them with you.
Photo Source: Trent Stafford
The Olympic Training Center and the property it sits on is just breathtakingly beautiful. The campus is huge and houses some of the greatest athletes in the world. Just having the opportunity to be there, surrounded by all that incredible talent, it was just beautiful. I can’t really describe it any other way — it was just beautiful.
Photo Source: Trent Stafford
Tesa @ 2 Wired 2 Tired says
What an amazing event! That is so neat that you’ll get your a cereal box with your photo on it!
Crystal says
I can’t wait to get my cereal box!
Lolli @ Better in Bulk says
What a great group! Am I silly for giggling at the mention of “starting the day with breakfast?” It IS Kelloggs, after all! 🙂
Crystal says
Heehee!
Donna says
You look beautiful! And how neat is that to get your photo on a cereal box! I don’t like pictures of myself, but I think I would enjoy a professional photo shoot, too. 🙂
Crystal says
Awww, thanks Donna!
Zippy Sandler says
When I was growing up, it was the ULTIMATE complement of an athlete to have their likeness on a cereal box. It’s AWESOME that you’ll have your likeness on your own box. Can’t wait for you to share it!
Crystal says
I know, I can’t wait. I’m like a little kid at Christmas.
Colleen says
Can’t wait to see the cereal box that is so cool! Sounds like a good time.
Crystal says
It really was a great time!
Nichol says
Wow! How neat to have your own cereal box with your beautiful face! The center looks amazing. I too am excited for the Olympics!!
Crystal says
Thanks so much, Nichol! You are such a sweet friend.
Jen says
Your own cereal box?!?! HOW COOL! I can’t wait to see all the photos, I am sure they are beautiful. And yes, I can’t wait to watch the Olympics. I am actually totally bummed because my sister is getting married during opening ceremonies and I LOVE the opening ceremonies… Oh well, guess what I will be watching via my DVR the next day! LOL
Crystal says
You mean you’re not skipping the wedding?!? Totally kidding 😉
Jennifer says
That is awesome!!! I can’t wait to see it
Stefani says
This sounded like such a neat event!
If you get a cereal box with your picture, you better take a picture and share… 🙂
Crystal says
I totally will!
April Decheine says
What an awesome trip and the picture on your very own Cereal Box = Awesome!!
Crystal says
Right! Can’t wait to get it.
Felicia says
What a wonderful opportunity!
Louise says
I can’t wait to see your cereal box
Crystal says
Awww, thanks!
Carrie with Children says
What a fantastic experience! I’m a huge Olympics fan – can’t wait for the games to begin in a few weeks! I can’t wait to see your cereal box too!
Crystal says
It was awesome. I can’t wait for the games to begin either.
Shell Fruscione says
How fun is that! I met Olympic runner Kara Goucher last December at an event for Amway Nutrilite & MAN was I impressed at the things she does to keep herself ready for the Olympics. I can only imagine what the training center has!
Crystal says
It made me feel so out of shape to see all these athletes. They truly have exceptional talent.
Tracy Roberts says
Gorgeous! I lived in Chula Vista when I was a little nipper and hope to visit the area again one day soon. I’ll have to add the Olympic Training Center to the must visit list.
Crystal says
It was such a neat place to visit and so big!
Marcie W. says
The training center looks outstanding and I am a big fan of Kelloggs products!
Rachel @ Following In My Shoes says
THIS would be so much fun — what an amazing opportunity. Can’t wait to see that box!
debra p says
This is extremely cool!
Alison says
Wow what an experience that must have been to visit there!
Toni @ A Daily Dose says
What a wonderful event. That would definitely be one to remember 🙂
Billie says
Sounds like a great event. It must have been exciting.
TerriAnn @ Cookies and Clogs says
What a fun event! I feel so clueless to not know this was in my own state 😛 I’m looking forward to your famed cereal box – I want it autographed!
Kathleen says
How cool is that. I would have loved a chance at shooting archery again, I used to shoot every summer growing up.
Jenn @therebelchick says
What a cool experience!
Ty @ Mama of 3 Munchkins says
What a wonderful experience!
Courtney says
Wow how exciting and fun!
Lolo says
So excited to see your box of cereal!
Tricia Nightowlmama says
WOW that is incredible I can’t wait to see your cereal box with your photo that will be so much fun
Anne - Mommy Has to Work says
That is sooo cool!
Kelly says
How awesome to have your photo on a box of cereal! I would give a box to every member of my family for Christmas, lol.
Tammy says
That’s awesome. I look forward to seeing the pictures.
Theresa says
You all look beautiful! What a fun time!