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.
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I don't think the discus will ever attract any interest until they let us start throwing them at one another.
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As long as I can concentrate and remain somewhat calm, I can normally do very well.
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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.
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