I never struggled with injury problems because of my preparation - in particular my stretching.

Both parents supported my becoming a world class athlete.

I didn't get an athletics scholarship at a major school.

I went to Moorehouse College. There was no track and field there.

I used biomechanics to save time when I was competing.

I was always more of an academic than a jock.

One of my major competitors was Harold Smith. Smith beat me in 1977. I was loafing during that competition.