Hear How Lochte Will Be Tackling ‘Dancing With The Stars’ Competition

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by Retta Race 10

September 07th, 2016 Lifestyle, Video

The 2nd most decorated Olympic swimmer of all time, Ryan Lochte, is taking on an entirely new challenge outside the pool in the near future. As announced on August 30th, 32-year-old Lochte will be appearing as a contestant on the 23rd season of ‘Dancing With The Stars’, a reality show dance competition appearing on the ABC Network.

In the above video, 4-time Olympian Lochte describes how he’ll be approaching the dance contest with the same competitive spirit with which he typically attacks his swimming.

“One thing I have going for me is my work ethic,” describes Lochte when discussing how he plans on setting himself apart from his rivals on the dance floor.  “Now that I’m taking a break from swimming, I wanted to still tap into my competitive edge.” This time, however, he’ll be digging deep while wearing rhinestones as opposed to cutting edge water-repelling technology.

For partner, professional dancer Cheryl Burke, she already gives the former Florida Gator some posture tips in the video to kick-off their partnership. Burke had taken over a year off from the show, but is back with a renewed passion and is thrilled to be paired with Lochte as they begin their competitive dance journey.

The competition begins on September 12th on ABC.

Video courtesy of Madelaine Ho.

 

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Mardo4
7 years ago

I think this is a good venture for him. American people are very forgiving and hopefully this fun natured competition will change the dialogue. Ryan, that means “talk”.

H2O Bruin
7 years ago

Oh boy! He needs to get off the media and public attention for a while. He should do volunteer work in the slums and Favelas of Brazil. That would earn him lots of respect and admiration. hmmmm…but I doubt that will happen. Jeah!!

J.C.
Reply to  H2O Bruin
7 years ago

I suspect that if Lochte was to do some charity work in Brazil, even in slums or Favelas, many might perceive it as insincere and an attempt not to help Brazil, but to get back in people’s good graces. Now maybe more people wouldn’t think that and would perceive it as him genuinely trying to make up for his mistakes, but he would probably have to think carefully about how any actions might be percieved. Additionally, there’s probably still lingering concern that he could be subject to legal proceedings should he return, though that concern might diminish with time.

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tm71
7 years ago

This guy will do ANYTHING for attention since he can’t get any attention with his swimming anymore

G.I.N.A
7 years ago

Samba Capoeira Lundu Forro are the national dances of Brazil . I look forward to the clips on SwSw .

DATO
7 years ago

She wants that D

leonardmatt
Reply to  DATO
7 years ago

“I’m gonna crack the whip” damn

James
7 years ago

Should we care?

Scott Morgan
Reply to  James
7 years ago

Indeed. “Hear” Lochte? I’ll pass. Too painful.

Swimmer A
7 years ago

I wonder if that groin injury will affect him. He didn’t look very mobile post racing at trials and rio.

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Retta Race

Former Masters swimmer and coach Loretta (Retta) thrives on a non-stop but productive schedule. Nowadays, that includes having just earned her MBA while working full-time in IT while owning French 75 Boutique while also providing swimming insight for BBC.

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