Never underestimate the power of dreams and the influence of the human spirit. We are all the same in this notion: The potential for greatness lives within each of us.

My mother taught me very early to believe I could achieve any accomplishment I wanted to. The first was to walk without braces.

Never underestimate the power of dreams and the influence of the human spirit. We are all the same in this notion: The potential for greatness lives within each of us.

I believe in me more than anything in this world.

Believe me, the reward is not so great without the struggle.

I would be disappointed if I were remembered as a runner because I feelthat my contribution to the youth of America has far exceeded the woman who was the Olympic champion.

I loved the feeling of freedom in running, the fresh air, the feeling that the only person I'm competing with is me.