Question

Some people are born superstars, really! Michael Phelps, the Olympic swimmer is a perfect example. ______ his hands and feet are bigger than normal, which helps him move quickly through the water. ___ he can reach his arms higher above his head than can other swimmers. Some people argue, ____, that because he has natural advantages over other swimmers, it was not fair that he won eight gold medals in 2008.
Consequently
First of all
For the same reason
Equally important

Answer 1

First of all, Equally important, & consequently

Answer 2

First of all, equally important, for the same consequently