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“Nobody can walk on a track and beat me unless they have an extraordinary day and I have a bad day, which I keep from happening.” quote by Edwin Moses
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“Nobody can walk on a track and beat me unless they have an extraordinary day and I have a bad day, which I keep from happening.”

Edwin Moses

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Source Speech: Olympic Hall of Fame Induction, Edwin Moses, 2012

Success depends on both your own performance and the performance of competitors; you must control your variables.

In simple terms: Control your day, not others'.

Key Takeaway

Focus on your preparation.

Themes

competition performance control

Mood

determined focused

Type

motivational strategic

When to use this quote

  • training routines
  • competition strategy
  • daily habits

Key Concepts

mindset consistency mental toughness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you prepare for a bad day?
  • What can you control in competition?
A Different Perspective

Unexpected events can disrupt plans.

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