Injury in general teaches you to appreciate every moment. I've had my share of injuries throughout my career. It's humbling. It gives you perspective. No matter how many times I've been hurt, I've learned from that injury and come back… — Troy Polamalu Copy Share Image
There are times I am happy. There are times I am sad. But I always try to separate emotion from the need to reach for something stronger, deeper. And then no matter the emotion, I can reach for a stability… — Troy Polamalu Copy Share Image
I really enjoy surfing a lot. It's an awesome sport. With surfing there are no mind games versus Peyton Manning, or versus anyone else.… — Troy Polamalu Copy Share Image
I've never thought about the end of my career. I've had this growing motto in my life to live day to day - and… — Troy Polamalu Copy Share Image
Pride is tough. You go to high school, and its 'pride,' 'courage;' it's all these types of words that we use to motivate us.… — Troy Polamalu Copy Share Image
My parents separated before I was 1 year old. I moved in with my aunt and uncle when I was in fourth grade. I… — Troy Polamalu Copy Share Image
I think it's important to cross train. Surfing is a good cross training sport for your shoulders. I don't think I know of any… — Troy Polamalu Copy Share Image
I am a National Football League player of American Samoan heritage. Because of my status as a professional athlete, I have been blessed to… — Troy Polamalu Copy Share Image
I think that's a struggle of every Christian, to be able to get to that point where they're in constant prayer with God -… — Troy Polamalu Copy Share Image
As a football player, you just deal with injuries. It's all part of the football game. I've dealt with injuries as much as everybody… — Troy Polamalu Copy Share Image
My wife is Greek. I was a non-denomination Christian before we got married. — Troy Polamalu Copy Share Image
The best thing about football for me is the reacting. It's a lot of instincts. But training, for me, it's more for the meditating.… — Troy Polamalu Copy Share Image
Being patient ... and not becoming too stressed out over the big plays, those are the things to remember. — Troy Polamalu Copy Share Image
