Hedrick ready to race 5000m on Saturday

These are up to the minute Facebook & Twitter updates & photos from Chad Hedrick as he prepares to race in the Winter Olympics in Vancouver, his first race is this Saturday in the grueling 5000m.

 

"Enjoyed time away from the village tonight- it's great to feel the spirit , but it's also nice to slide away with good people for a night. Until tomorrow!" Thursday Feb 11th at 12:03am

"Headed into the city for a light dinner before a day off tomorrow. Wish I had time to take it all in, but got business to take care of first! Hope all of you had a great day! God bless!" Wednesday Feb 10th at 7:35pm

"Headed to my second workout-then over to the gift shop to see what I can pick up for the people back home who helped me all along the way!" Wednesday Feb 10th at 3:23pm

"Great day on the ice today- my times are right where I need them to be and I feel confident. Grab some popcorn and support your Olympians were coming to your living room soon!" Wednesday Feb 10th at 12:47pm

"Bed time here at the village- I will catch up with you guys tomorrow! Get your American flags up at the house!" Tue Feb 9th at 10:11pm

"To all those sending me good luck messages thanks so much! I wish I had the time to reply but I want you to know I appreciate your support. Hope you enjoy it there at home as all of us Americans try to make you guys proud!" Tue Feb 9th at 6:11pm

"Check out my new inspirational video just posted on Youtube! It's titled "Chad Hedrick Inspirational Video". God bless!" Tue Feb 9th at 5:14pm

"A lot of excitement here in the Olympic Village! All other sports are finally getting situated here and opening ceremonies is right around the corner. Can't wait to feel the adrenaline when it's time to go!" Tue Feb 9th at 5:03pm

"Calling it a day after a great day off! Great vibe here in Vancouver, but it doesn't feel like the Olympics just yet! Opening ceremonies will change that!!!!" Mon Feb 8th at 11:03pm

"Headed out to eat in the city again! Can't get enough of this place- Wish all you guys in the states could be here with us!" Mon Feb 8th at 7:20pm

"I feel so blessed to have the opportunity to show millions this month how God has changed me!" Mon Feb 8th at 7:12pm

"About to head into the city for some shopping- Getting a little restless here in the athlete village! 5 days til gameday!" Mon Feb 8th at 1:33pm

"Slept in today and I'm out shopping for souveneirs for everyone at home. Great city, should be fun!" Mon Feb 8th at 10:06am

"Love this city here! Just had another dinner at Glowbal with my team- Great night!!!!! It will be a great month in Vancouver!" Sun Feb 7th at 11:41pm

"After a few days of prep here in Vancouver my team and I are headed out for dinner. I hope all of you had a great weekend! God bless!" Sun Feb 7th at 8:00pm

"Watching the super bowl in Vancouver with Canadian commercials- just not the same!" Sun Feb 7th at 6:31pm

"Press conference after training this morning. I need some motivational quotes to use this month- you guys help me out!" Sun Feb 7th at 9:10am

"Having a great time here in Vancouver! Check out my website (chadhedrick.com) to see updates throughout the month! You better not miss this Olympics- the Canadians did it right this time- TRUST ME!" Sat Feb 6th at 8:59pm