A key factor is to do training that is fun.
Past Olympians have a continuing role within the Olympic family.
We have made drugs an Olympic event. It receives most of the coverage at the Games and even the suspicion of guilt can ruin a reputation for life.
A buddy will keep you honest and add a dimension of fun to your workout.
The Olympics have been with the world since 776 B.C., and have only been interrupted by war, especially in the modern era.
Too many athletes don't have the ability to set a goal and then carefully go towards it.