Stretching was a major part of my preparation.
Both parents supported my becoming a world class athlete.
There are so many people afraid of a task. They get so overwhelmed by the obstacles in front of them that they shy away from reaching beyond a position of safety.
I used biomechanics to save time when I was competing.
I didn't get an athletics scholarship at a major school.
One of my major competitors was Harold Smith. Smith beat me in 1977. I was loafing during that competition.