How Pearl Jam Is Motivating Famous Olympian Will Melt Your Heart

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United States Olympian Jonathan Garcia has tweeted about his love of Pearl Jam, and how they help pump him up for races.

“I have been a Pearl Jam fan for the last 18 years. 16 PJ shows and 2 Olympics later they still get me pumped up for my races. Thanks @pearljam #peyongchang2018 #winter #olympics #PearlJam.”

Garcia’s IceNetwork.com profile states that he is a big fan of 90’s alternative rock and Grunge bands.

“Personal: Started speed skating when he was 7 years old…Was inspired to start speed skating in 1994 when he saw Dan Jansen win the Olympic gold medal…Is a fan of the Houston Astros (MLB), Houston Texans (NFL), Houston Rockets (NBA), Real Salt Lake (MLS) and Arsenal (Soccer)…

Plays guitar and loves going to concerts…Favorite quote: “Life moves pretty fast, if you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.”…Favorite foods: Barbecue, Tex-Mex…Favorite band/music: Pearl Jam, Janes Addiction, Soundgarden, Bob Marley, Johnny Cash, Elvis, Michael Jackson, Black Crowes, A Tribe Called Quest.”

View his new Pearl Jam tweet below!