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

I don't know why I run so fast. I just run.

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 ran and ran and ran every day, and I acquired this sense of determination, this sense of spirit that I would never, never give up, no matter what else happened.

Winning is great, sure, but if you are really going to do something in life, the secret is learning how to lose. Nobody goes undefeated all the time. If you can pick up after a crushing defeat, and go on to win again, you are going to be a champion someday.

The potential for greatness lives within us all.

I'm in my prime. There's no goal too far, no mountain too high.