Bill Rodgers quotes

To be a consistent winner means preparing not just one day, one month or even one year - but for a lifetime. (Bill Rodgers)
My whole feeling in terms of racing is that you have to be very bold. You sometimes have to be aggressive and gamble. View quote
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I want to run until I can't run. View quote
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Anybody can be a runner... We were meant to move. We were meant to run. It's the easiest sport. View quote
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Being a runner means you are now "free" to win and lose and live life to its fullest. View quote
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If you want to win a race you have to go a little berserk. View quote
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The marathon can humble you. View quote
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I always say if the marathon is a part-time interest, you will only get part-time results. View quote
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I ran my fastest marathon in the rain. View quote
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My biggest weakness as a endurance athlete has been in not drinking enough water after training, thereby racing sometimes while dehydrated. View quote
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You cannot always run at your best. (Bill Rodgers)
I believe in gradual experimentation with running shoes. View quote
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My guess is many top athletes, distance runners included, use performance-enhancing drugs, enough so that the problem must be tackled. View quote
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Every race is totally different. View quote
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The starting line of the New York Marathon is kind of like a giant time bomb behind you about to go off. It is the most spectacular start in sport. View quote
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Age 50 is a lot tougher than 40s. View quote
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I believe you'll develop speed via strength work which includes hill running, either repeats, or running hilly courses as the Kenyans do on a steady basis. View quote
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Hills are terrific for running. View quote
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I believe in keeping running simple and, in regard to shoes, that would mean no gimmicks, unnecessary cushioning, etc. View quote
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I also feel it usually takes 4 or 5 races to hit your best marathon for your body to be accustomed to the training AND the race itself. View quote
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Personally, I always felt times aren't so excellent as are performances. (Bill Rodgers)
I like rain, actually. View quote
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I often lose motivation, but its something I accept as normal. View quote
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