Allyson Felix Quotes
- All Quotes
-
I never let track define me. That's something that's really important to me.
-
Most people don't think about plyometrics when they think about powerful strength. But I do lots of them to build mine.
-
I love the relays. Track is such an individual sport, so it's fun to do something together.
-
I don't have a sprinter's body.
-
Philippians 1:21 is very special to me because it helps to keep my life centered.
-
Try to think of working out and healthy eating as a lifestyle. Rather than go on a diet or try a crazy exercise routine, try making them something you do every day.
-
I always want to give more than I gave yesterday.
-
The biggest way I stay motivated is to run with a group of friends. Sometimes it's hard to get going by yourself, but if you have a plan and a meeting time, you know this run will happen for sure. It's a way to have fun - while also getting in a workout. Plus it distracts from pain, helps you fight fatigue, and gives you that extra push.
-
I feel old.
-
I'm just competitive. It doesn't matter what it is. I want to win.
-
My faith inspires me so much. It is the very reason that I run. I feel that my running is completely a gift from God and it is my responsibility to use it to glorify him.
-
Right now I'd say my favorite fashion designer is Zac Posen.
-
I spend around two and half hours on the track every day running and another 2 hours in the weight room lifting weights with my strength coach.
-
I am a big believer in visualization. I run through my races mentally so that I feel even more prepared.
-
My dad's a pastor and a seminary professor; my mom, she has such great faith.
-
I always look back to my first Olympic medal in 2004 in Athens. I was very new to the sport, and it was my first big win at the Olympics.
-
I'm really laid back but I still like to dress up sometimes.
-
I spend around three hours on the track and two hours in the weight room, five or six days a week.
-
I grew up in a Christian home with amazing parents.
-
It was not until the end of my freshman year in high school that I thought I could really have a future in track and field. I definitely did not think I could make it to the Olympics back then, though; I was just focused on making it to the state finals!
-
I think that kids aren't even exploring the option of sports anymore, and they don't even know what they could do.
-
I have learned that track doesn't define me. My faith defines me. I'm running because I have been blessed with a gift.
-
Before a race, I block out what's going on in the stadium. It's different for everyone. But for me, I've always been able to block it out. For a sprint race, it's important not to get distracted.
-
I am a sprinter, and I love to go fast. It's very difficult for me to be patient and follow a race strategy or conserve energy.