When I run in Ethiopia, I look out and see eucalyptus trees and rivers.

I really work on my defense a lot; that's what makes me a good fighter.

For a time, at least, I was the most famous person in the entire world.

It all goes so fast, and character makes the difference when it's close

I definitely want to win a gold medal, that should be everybody's goal.

I love chocolate chip cookies - really anything with chocolate will do!

I think the athletes respond well to me because I have been successful.

I have been doing 120 miles a week, when normally I would do about 140.

All sports should get support from the government and corporate bodies.

My academic schedule is lighter this year because it's an Olympic year.

The thrust of continuous action is the firewood which fuels motivation.

I was not stressing about what other people wanted. I put myself first.

I got involved in athletics during physical education lessons at school.

I train every day of my life as they have never trained a day in theirs.

That's what we want people to do. Select a goal or gold and go after it.

A buddy will keep you honest and add a dimension of fun to your workout.

The Olympic Games of the Modern Era began in 1896 in the city of Athens.

The sport I love has taken me around the world and shown me many things.

Fear is part of the process. If you weren't scared, you'd be in trouble.

We are going to help the young talented athletes become world champions.

The only limitations are mental. The guy who thinks positively will win.

It's good to be difficult to know. Too many people are too easy to know.

One step at a time, I get to make positive choices to fulfill my dreams.

My dad is a great cricket fan, and I used to play a bit back in Jamaica.

I was single-minded and I had tunnel vision. Now it's time for a change.

If you're planning only to make money and nothing else, you'll be broke.

I have to change a lot of things before I become a good marathon runner.

I want to make sure that everyone benefits from my success, not just me.

If I wrestle in 2020, I want it to be my own decision and not the IOC's.

There have been a lot of challenges over the years that I have overcome.

Regardless of what I've ever done or will ever do, I'll always be black.

We must have PE teachers and coaches who are well trained and qualified.

Rankings are not so important. I am only focused on winning tournaments.

It's nerve wracking being in the stadium with so many people supporting.

I never set out to beat the world. I just set out to do my absolute best.

My key to dealing with stress is simple: just stay cool and stay focused.

Sometimes your disappointments make you a stronger person for the future.

I wanted to go to medical school. But, I never got a college scholarship.

Obedience to God's will is the secret of spiritual knowledge and insight.

I want to combine a business major with studies in clothing and textiles.

It's up to the UFC, but I'll fight whomever, whenever. Minus maybe Vegas.

Skating is an amazing form of self expression. It's like my soul at play.

Don't ever discourage someone from trying to better their life and health

I'm not the kind to go out and tell people 'Oh yeah I'm a gold medalist.'

I'm a very opinionated person and when I feel something I have to say it.

If I look good then I feel good and if I feel good, then I'll fight good.

I believe in God. He is the secret of my success. He gives people talent.

Running made me feel like a bird let out of a cage, I loved it that much.

I love winning more than I love playing badminton. Winning is everything.

I think that, generally, you need to live with your sport 24 hours a day.

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