The freedom of Cross Country is so primitive. It's woman vs. nature.

I succeed on my own personal motivation, dedication, and commitment. My mindset is: If I'm not out there training, someone else is.

Running reminded me exactly who I am and what I am made of.

Mental will is a muscle that needs exercise, just like the muscles of the body.

Every athlete has doubts. Elite runners in particular are insecure people. You need someone to affirm that what you are doing is right.

Determination is like a muscle. If you do not use it regularly, it fades away.

The footing was really atrocious. I loved it. I really like Cross Country; you're one with the mud.

The true test of one's mettle is how many times you will try before you give up.

If you start identifying your inner self with the spirit of pure potentiality then you are aligning with the power that helps in the manifestation of all energy in the form of matter.

The medal is not for yourself. It couldn't be done without the support and help of my people, runners, and coaches

For five years it had been his absolute truth. Jem and Will. Will and Jem. Will Herondale lives, therefore Jem Carstairs lives also.

It's good to do stand-up. It kind of wakes you up and makes you feel like you're doing something. You got the crowd right there. That's all fun.

History is said to be written by the victors. Fiction, by contrast, is largely the work of injured bystanders.

Today we've learned to celebrate mediocrity. Back in the day we had creative artists; today we have created artists.

Flirting with madness was one thing; when madness started flirting back, it was time to call the whole thing off.

I have three brothers. Poor Mum; four boys.

Shall I compare thee to a summer's day?