Kids made fun of me because I was a slow learner, because I was hyperactive, because of a lot of things. Running gave me confidence.

You said I was weak. You said I couldn't do it. Thank you. You gave me everything I needed to prove you wrong.

I can endure more pain then anyone you've met. That's why I win, because I can endure more pain.

Somebody may beat me, but they are going to have to bleed to do it.

Kids made fun of me because I was a slow learner, because I was hyperactive, because of a lot of things. Running gave me confidence.

When people go to a track meet, they're looking for something, a world record, something that hasn't been done before. You get all this magnetic energy, people focusing on one thing at the same time. I really get excited about it. It makes me want to compete even more. It makes it all worthwhile, all the hours of hard work.

Don’t be afraid to give up the good for the great.