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DeeDee Trotter 🇺🇸

London 2012 Olympics

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DeeDee Trotter is a three-time Olympian track and field athlete. In 2004, she won Olympic gold in the 4x400m relay, and in 2012, she won gold in the same event as well as bronze in the 400m. 

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DeeDee Trotter's height is 5ft 10in (1.78 m)De'Hashia Tonnek ("DeeDee") Trotter (born December 8, 1982) is an American athlete. Trotter is a former NCAA national champion in the 400m, and competed in the 2004, 2008, and 2012 Summer Olympics. There, she was a two-time Olympic gold medalist in the...

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Saying farewell to a few former track and field icons who didn’t make the cut in their respective 400m races at the U.S . Olympic trials in Eugene, Ore. this weekend. Most likely this is the end of the road of their illustrious careers: DeeDee Trotter, Jeremy Wariner, and Sanya Richards-Ross

Top and bottom photos via IG:jeffcohenphoto and Jeremy Wariner photo AP

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DeeDee Trotter: "Indoors is like track and field extreme"

Olympic 400m bronze medallist and relay supremo DeeDee Trotter talks to SPIKES about moving to LA; her ambitions to be a coach AND an actress, and why the indoor season is like the rollercoaster of the track.

Can you talk a little bit about your 2013 season?

"Coming back from the 2012 season I was tired, and drained from putting my all into making the Olympic team. I had a couple of family members pass away in November-December 2012, and that combination of being physically and emotionally drained interrupted my 2013 season.

"I didn't want to be inactive, so I took a different approach and targeted the 200m, and gave the 400m a rest. As a strategy it worked, because I improved my 200m PB from 23.04 to 22.85 [plus a wind-assisted 22.54 in the 200m heats at the US Championships].

"I think my 2013 year wasn't all bad. I feel rejuvenated, and the strategy of taking time off without actually taking time off really worked."

And it has been all change since then, right?

"Yes, I've moved out to LA with my coach, Caryl Smith, from Orlando. Caryl was head coach at the University of Central Florida but she accepted a head coaching position at USC [University of Southern California].

"Being in the fourth quarter of my career, I'm not interested in making any dramatic coaching changes, so I came out here. I was born in California, so life has gone full circle. I've moved to California 50 percent because of my track career, and 50 percent to do some career building."

Face of the Games: DeeDee's trademark warpaint

Career building, hey? What do you have planned?

"I have several different directions I would like to go in. I'm interested in motivational speaking and coaching. I'm a junior coach at USC and I know coaching is something I have a talent for, and I will definitely end up doing it. There are several things I'd like to do entertainment-wise: whether that is as a spokesperson, TV acting or something of that nature."

When can we watch you on the telly?

"I'd like to start tip-toeing in that direction. I definitely have a passion for it, and although I feel a little unprepared for it, I think I have a little bit of talent. I'm not the sort of person who likes to second guess myself, so I'm sure I'll give it a go."

What would be your ideal TV role?

"I think I have the personality that could pull off a special guest role rather than a long presence over 13 seasons on the same show. I believe I have the personality that warrants a character appearance here and there!"

What is your favourite show?

"Modern Family. That show is Funnn...ee. I love laughing, and that is one TV show that brings out true, fall out laughter. I would love to make an appearance on that show, even as a girlfriend or something."

If you could pick someone from the world of track and field to act alongside, who would it be and why?

"Francena McCorory [DeeDee's Olympic 4x400m gold medal-winning team-mate]. If you've ever had the pleasure of meeting this lady [we have!], she is a personality like no other. She is very charismatic. Her bodily movements are very exaggerated and she is very exaggerated in everything she does.

"It is hilarious. We are able to bounce off each other. Everything is so comical. She would make an excellent co-star. Maybe we could organise the DeeDee and Franny show?"

The abtastic American 4x400m Olympic champions (L-R): Francena McCorory, Allyson Felix, Sanya Richards-Ross and DeeDee Trotter.

How has training been going this winter?

"I'm back training to be the best sprinter that I can be. The 200m is a great way to prepare for the 400m. I found when I only focus on one event something gets lost.

"It proved that my developmental speed was always underplayed, and I need to focus more on that to be the optimal 400m runner. I do believe I am a 48-second quarter miler [Trotter ran a 49.64 400m PB in 2007] – my speed will play a big part in that."

Are you doing anything different as part of your training?

"There is a new approach. We are taking time to train harder and rest harder. When you are an athlete of my age [31], the rest time will help my longevity. I know I still have some great races in me but I have to take care of my body in the best way that I can.

"I try and get an extra sleep in during the day, and as a veteran athlete I won't train on a Saturday or Sunday. I've also taken out two sessions in a day as part of my regimen."

What are your goals for 2014?

"I'm definitely considering running indoors but that is not concrete yet. There are no worlds or Olympics this season, but I'm looking to have some solid performances and to hit some personal bests.

"I'd like to head indoors. It is a lot of fun. It is like track and field extreme. The X Games of the track, with all the bumping and falling. It is crazy. Like the rollercoaster of the track."

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Want to join the Glitter Face Warrior army? Exclusively for SPIKES, DeeDee Trotter shows you how...

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The Glitter Face Warrior

Olympic 400m bronze medallist DeeDee Trotter is one of the world’s best one-lap runners, and is renowned for her experimental face art. Now get your swag on, look mean and read on.

What is the correct name of the warpaint you put on your face ahead of competitions? I have always simply called it Glitter face, while at the same time when asked about its meaning, I would say, “its like my warpaint”. Oddly enough at some point during the Olympic Games, I would cleverly be named by fans as the Glitter Face Warrior. A nickname, I think, totally fitting!  

Can you explain the process of applying Glitter face? The War Paint is made of a glittery powder substance, for those at home, this is not the same glitter you would use on your kindergarten arts and craft project. It is a very, very fine glitter/powder. The second component is the glue, again not the kindergarten kind. This bonding glue is safe for skin and is actually designed to stay on as a temporary tattoo for several days. 

To do one of my Glitter Face designs it can take anywhere between 10 to 20 minutes depending on the design/detailing. I tend to use multiple colours and add rhinestones for a little more swag.  

Why did you decide to put glitter face on and how does it make you feel?

I started wearing Glitter face in 2009 the year following my knee surgery and disappointing 2008 Olympic experience. To be specific I was actually acting as an athlete ambassador at a United States Anti Doping event being held in Disneyland. After the event, I, of course, went into the theme park and had a great day including getting my face painted. The beautiful face paint immediately sparked the concept of wearing something just like it on the track.

I had been pretty depressed about my knee and the 2008 season and something about the face paint made me feel elated and inspired. It would turn out that would be exactly the motivation I needed as I struggled through rehab and tried to make a comeback in 2009. I would put my Glitter face on and go out on the track even though I was not in top form. Something about wearing it made me still feel like I could do it, I also knew all eyes would be on me and that created just the right amount of pressure to keep me running, when I was struggling pretty bad. To put it into perspective for you, my 2009 season best would be 52.00, while my personal best is 49.64. What reaction do you have from the other runners when you apply it? Most female athletes always tell me how pretty it looks and the male athletes always want to know how I put it on. In general, everyone wants to know if I draw the designs myself, which I do. They also want to know if you rub it will it come off, and no it does not come off to touch, it is totally water proof and sweat-proof. The designs have to be taken off with oil based makeup wipes.  What has been your favorite pattern you have applied to your face? I have so many favourites really, but the most memorable and standout design has to be my version of the Fleur De Lis that I wore in the finals of the Olympic Games. That design really brought out the warrior in me. I look at certain images of myself sometimes and say “dang I look like mean!”     Which other athlete out there would suit Glitter face the best? Honestly I am the one and only Glitter Face Warrior a look and title I feel only fitting for me... Unless my favorite athlete in the world Kevin Garnett [Boston Celtics basketball star] wanted to try it out. It wouldn’t be his best look, but I would definitely hook my boy up with a design.