"I tried to keep it secret, but the……" — Grete Waitz
"I tried to keep it secret, but the story got into the newspapers. It was more difficult for my family, who couldn't understand why the media wouldn't leave me in peace."
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35 Quotes by Grete Waitz
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There is something about the ritual of the race - putting on the number, lining up, being timed - that…
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I don't think I would have been such a good runner if I hadn't enjoyed it.
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Too many people I meet believe that you can sit in a chair and be given motivation. With exercise and…
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I love running. It's as simple as that ... it has given me endless rewards: physical, emotional, and professional. The…
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Contrary to a common myth, while there are general guidelines, there is no exact 'right' way to run ... I…
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If you are training properly, you should progress steadily. This doesn't necessarily mean a personal best every time you race…
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What spurs a person to get more serious is highly individual, but I have found that no matter what a…
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Not only is [a half marathon] a good test for the marathon, it is also good for those who feel…
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In addition to the well-known benefits of health and well-being derived from exercise, there are other unique advantages to being…
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I work out for my head as much as I do for my body. I'm a thinker. A lot of…
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Running gives me a clearer perspective on the world ... I've always seen the world by running, and that has…
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Some people feel 'transformed' from the first day they begin running; others feel that it's just plain hard work. Most…
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