The stuff I do, I do every day, and I've been doing it for long periods of time. I don't start and… — Russell Simmons Copy Share Image
Big occasions and races which have been eagerly anticipated almost to the point of dread, are where great deeds can be accomplished. — Jack Lovelock Copy Share Image
The start of a World Cross Country event is like riding a horse in the middle of a buffalo stampede. It's a… — Ed Eyestone Copy Share Image
I ran my first sub-4-minute mile in 1977 and since then have run 136 more. Nobody has run as many sub-4s as… — Steve Scott Copy Share Image
It's a treat being a runner, out in the world by yourself with not a soul to make you bad-tempered or tell… — Alan Sillitoe Copy Share Image
You have a choice. You can throw in the towel, or you can use it to wipe the sweat off of your… — Juma Ikangaa Copy Share Image
I lean with the hill. I know I'm doing it right if it feels like I'm going to fall on my face… — Ed Eyestone Copy Share Image
Marathoning is like cutting yourself unexpectedly. You dip into the pain so gradually that the damage is done before you are aware… — John Farrington Copy Share Image
It is a paradox to say the human body has no 'limit.' There must be a limit to the speed at which… — Roger Bannister Copy Share Image
There is something about the ritual of the race - putting on the number, lining up, being timed - that brings out… — Grete Waitz Copy Share Image
Go in any direction..seeking out new sights just on the strength of your feet and the courage of your lungs. — Paula Radcliffe Copy Share Image
No doubt a brain and some shoes are essential for marathon success, although if it comes down to a choice, pick the… — Don Kardong Copy Share Image
Life is thickly sown with thorns. I know no other remedy than to pass rapidly over them. The longer we dwell on… — Voltaire Copy Share Image
I think that diversity is key for the next American entrepreneurs. They want to be a part of this society where there… — Russell Simmons Copy Share Image
The marathon is a charismatic event. It has everything. It has drama, competition, camaraderie & heroism — Fred Lebow Copy Share Image
Motivation remains key to the marathon: the motivation to begin; the motivation to continue; the motivation never to quit. — Hal Higdon Copy Share Image
Runners...you're competitive, but you want to have fun, too. You want to enjoy life. And runners really get to do that, I… — Bill Rodgers Copy Share Image
