Al Oerter quotes
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“Competition in its best form is a test of self. It has nothing to do with medals. The winner is the person who gets the most out of themselves.”
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“To exercise at or near capacity is the best way I know of reaching a true introspective state. If you do it right, it can open all kinds of inner doors.”
-- Al Oerter -
“I don't think the discus will ever attract any interest until they let us start throwing them at one another.”
-- Al Oerter -
“As long as I can concentrate and remain somewhat calm, I can normally do very well.”
-- Al Oerter -
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“I don't compete with other discus throwers. I compete with my own history.”
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“So what if I never win my fifth gold medal; It's only one end of the string. It's competing that matters. It's proving that there is a place for guys like me in sports. It's a persona challenge to extend myself.”
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“There's no substitute for work. There are no shortcuts. There are no secrets.”
-- Al Oerter
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“The most meaningful way to succeed is to help others succeed.”
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Source : "17-Year-Old Gold Medalist Vows To Dominate The Figure Skating World" by Tony Manfred, www.businessinsider.com. February 21, 2014.
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