"Fear is the strongest driving-force in competition. Not fear of one's opponent, but of the skill and high standard which he represents; fear, too, of not acquitting oneself well. In the achievement of greater performances, of beating formidable rivals, the athlete defeats fear and conquers himself." -- Frank Stampfl

"Remember, even 13 year old girls are training 3 times per day." -- Bro. Colm O'Connell

"The training is my secret and if I told you what it was, it wouldn’t be a secret anymore! I keep the secret in my heart." -- Wilson Kipketer, when asked about his training prior to the World Indoor Champs, 1997

"Learn to run when feeling the pain; then push harder." -- William Sigei

"Ask yourself, 'can I give more?' The answer is usually 'Yes.'" -- Paul Tergat

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