Charlton's training is guided by personal coaches Lonnie Greene from the Bahamas and Tim Hall. Their expertise has played a crucial role in her development as an athlete. Under their guidance, she has honed her skills and prepared for various competitions.

Injuries and Setbacks

Charlton faced a minor hamstring injury at the start of the 2020 season. Earlier, a back injury caused her to miss the 2016 outdoor season, including the Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games. Despite these setbacks, she remained determined to return stronger.

Awards and Honours

In 2017, Charlton was named Big Ten Track Athlete of the Year for both indoor and outdoor events while studying at Purdue University. In 2016, she received the Bahamas' Collegiate Athlete of the Year award and won Purdue's Performance of the Year award for her performance at the Big Ten Indoor Championships.

Family Background

Athletics runs in Charlton's family. Her father David competed at university level in the USA, and her sister Anthaya has competed for the University of Kentucky in Lexington. This family tradition has undoubtedly influenced Charlton's athletic pursuits.

Hobbies and Interests

Outside of athletics, Charlton enjoys scuba diving, music, films, and spending time with family and friends. These hobbies provide a balance to her rigorous training schedule.

Ambitions

Charlton's ambition to compete at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo was driven by her desire to make up for missing the 2016 Games due to injury. She expressed her readiness to showcase her abilities when it mattered most.

"In 2016, it was really hurtful at the time," Charlton said. "Now having to wait another year for my Olympic debut [because of the COVID-19 pandemic] is a bit frustrating, but I'm ready to go out there and show off what I felt I could have done [in Rio de Janeiro]. When the time rolls around, I'll be able to show up when it matters."

Charlton's journey is a testament to her resilience and dedication. As she continues to train under esteemed coaches and with a supportive family background, she remains focused on achieving her goals in athletics.