When things are tough, you get tougher.

It's not records I chase, it's self-improvement. And that cannot be done by taking it easy.

There's an importance of keeping an open mind. The brain is programmed to protect us, and that can mean imposing limits on what it thinks we can or should do. Constantly push at those limits, because the brain can be way too cautious.

Just seize every opportunity you have, embrace every experience. Make a mark, for all the right reasons.

When things are tough, you get tougher.

If we let our head drop, our heart drops with it. Keep your head up, and your body is capable of amazing feats.

The key is to trust in your preparation. You have done all you can, so focus on that fact. You will remain the same person before, during and after the race, so the result, however important, will not define you. The journey is what matters.