"There is something about the ritual of the……" — Grete Waitz
"There is something about the ritual of the race - putting on the number, lining up, being timed - that brings out the best in us."
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35 Quotes by Grete Waitz
Grete Waitz has 35 quotes on this site.
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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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Exercise and sports are greatly affected by what goes into the mind, and the mind is greatly affected by sports…
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