Katie Ledecky

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/katie-ledecky

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1. When was Katie Ledecky born?March 17, 1997
2. What is the olympic medal count?14 total Olympic medals (9 gold, 5 silver)
3. What is the world aquatics championships medals?Record 18 individual gold medals
4. What is Katie Ledecky known for?Katie Ledecky is a super-fast swimmer who has won many medals, including 14 Olympic medals—9 of them gold—and 18 gold medals at the World Championships.
5. How did Katie Ledecky first become famous?She won gold in the 800‑meter freestyle at the 2012 London Olympics when she was only 15, surprising everyone with her speed.

Aerobic Capacity: The maximum rate at which the heart, lungs, and muscles can supply oxygen to the body during sustained physical activity.
Biomechanics: The study of the mechanical laws relating to the movement or structure of the living body.
Streamlining: Reducing resistance to movement through water by adopting a compact, elongated body position.
Endurance: The ability to sustain prolonged physical or mental effort.