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 Image
What Fred Lebow went through was an inspiration for me. You have to set goals for yourself. — Grete Waitz Copy Share Image
If you are training properly, you should progress steadily. This doesn't necessarily mean a personal best every time you race ... Each training session should be like putting money in the bank. If your training works, you continue to deposit into your 'strength' account ... Too much training has the opposite effect. Rather than build, it tears down. Your body… — 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 Image
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 Image
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 Image
I don't think I would have been such a good runner if I hadn't enjoyed it. — Grete Waitz Copy Share Image
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 Image
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 Image
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 Image
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 Image
