Athlete Quote by Grant Hackett
“I can definitely take more off my world record - a lot more. I have no doubt about that. I'm by no means putting pressure on myself, it's just the belief I have in myself…I'm not going to limit myself by nominating times or anything like that. I never thought I'd do 14:34 and I did. I thought I'd maybe do 14:38 or 14:39 that day, and I went nearly five seconds quicker so I don't want to limit the possibilities”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Post‑record statement (circa 2008)
Expresses confidence in breaking personal limits, emphasizing belief over self‑imposed constraints.
In simple terms: Belief pushes beyond limits.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate self‑belief.
Themes
athletics
self‑belief
record‑breaking
determination
performance
Mood
confident
motivational
Type
Athlete:1
Belief:1
Doubt:0
Five:0
I can:0
Limits:1
Mean:0
Motivational:1
Motivational sports:1
No doubt:0
Nominating:0
Possibility:1
Pressure:0
Quicker:0
Records:1
Seconds:1
Sports:1
Swim:1
Swimming:1
Time:0
Want:0
World:0
World record:1
World records:1
Limit Possibilities:1
Going Limit:0
Seconds Quicker:0
When to use this quote
- training plans
- mental coaching
- goal tracking
Key Concepts
mindset
goal setting
psychology of sport
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain belief after setbacks?
- What limits might you still face?
A Different Perspective
May underestimate external factors.
