Allyson Felix Quotes
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Most people don't think about plyometrics when they think about powerful strength. But I do lots of them to build mine.
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I never let track define me. That's something that's really important to me.
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I love the relays. Track is such an individual sport, so it's fun to do something together.
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I don't have a sprinter's body.
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Philippians 1:21 is very special to me because it helps to keep my life centered.
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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.
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I always want to give more than I gave yesterday.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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I feel old.
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I'm just competitive. It doesn't matter what it is. I want to win.
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Right now I'd say my favorite fashion designer is Zac Posen.
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I am a big believer in visualization. I run through my races mentally so that I feel even more prepared.
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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.
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I spend around three hours on the track and two hours in the weight room, five or six days a week.
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I grew up in a Christian home with amazing parents.
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My dad's a pastor and a seminary professor; my mom, she has such great faith.
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I think that kids aren't even exploring the option of sports anymore, and they don't even know what they could do.
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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!
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I'm really laid back but I still like to dress up sometimes.
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I have learned that track doesn't define me. My faith defines me. I'm running because I have been blessed with a gift.
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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.
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The most important lesson that I have learned is to trust God in every circumstance. Lots of times we go through different trials and following God's plan seems like it doesn't make any sense at all. God is always in control and he will never leave us.