Exercise and sports are greatly affected by what goes into the mind, and the mind is greatly affected by sports and exercise as well. This is true among exercisers at all levels, despite their different goals. A major element in… — Grete Waitz Copy Share Image
Contrary to a common myth, while there are general guidelines, there is no exact 'right' way to run ... I am amazed by the… — Grete Waitz Copy Share
What Fred Lebow went through was an inspiration for me. You have to set goals for yourself. — Grete Waitz Copy Share
If you are training properly, you should progress steadily. This doesn't necessarily mean a personal best every time you race ... Each training session… — Grete Waitz Copy Share
For a couple of days after chemotherapy, food tastes really bland, even the best foods. I haven't been sick, but have been a little… — Grete Waitz Copy Share
To suddenly be a hero on a world basis was hard for me to understand. God gave me a gift. I got the chance… — Grete Waitz Copy Share
Another inspiration that has helped me get through has been Lance Armstrong's story. My cancer is not nearly as bad as his, but I… — Grete Waitz Copy Share
I love running. It's as simple as that ... it has given me endless rewards: physical, emotional, and professional. The benefits of running are… — Grete Waitz Copy Share
Exercise and sports are greatly affected by what goes into the mind, and the mind is greatly affected by sports and exercise as well.… — Grete Waitz Copy Share
I work out for my head as much as I do for my body. I'm a thinker. A lot of my ideas come to… — Grete Waitz Copy Share
Every day I spend time on the treadmill. I am walking faster, stronger and harder than I was two months ago. — Grete Waitz Copy Share
In addition to the well-known benefits of health and well-being derived from exercise, there are other unique advantages to being a runner. You are… — Grete Waitz Copy Share
Running gives me a clearer perspective on the world ... I've always seen the world by running, and that has allowed me to view… — Grete Waitz Copy Share
My basic philosophy can be summed up by an expression we use in Norwegian: hurry slowly. Get there, but be patient. — Grete Waitz Copy Share
