Hard work and an open mind - it's the only way to realize the potential that is inside every one of us.

No one should ever be afraid of failing; it's being afraid to give it your all in trying that I urge against.

It's when the discomfort strikes that they realize a strong mind is the most powerful weapon of all.

I run to feel complete, to feel alive, to feel happy, and to feel free. I run to visit beautiful places, to overcome my fears, and to remind myself - and others - that our limits may not be where we think they are.

Some sessions are stars and some sessions are stones, but in the end they are all rocks and we build upon them.

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.

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