Nutrition is also a valuable component that can help athletes both protect themselves and improve performance.

My Olympic voyage has continued because it is so rewarding.

The East Germans first used biomechanics. This meant that rather than guessing about technique and form, they could apply changes to athletic performance based on science.

Past Olympians have a continuing role within the Olympic family.

A key factor is to do training that is fun.

The Olympics have been with the world since 776 B.C., and have only been interrupted by war, especially in the modern era.

Whatever pursuit you undertake, the requirements should start with a love of what it is that you are pursuing.