“I told Coach, ‘You know, I realize we’ve been working hard for this, but the medal almost doesn’t matter anymore because I feel like you all have elevated me in such a way that I never could have duplicated that.’ The reinforcement of the journey is so valuable, not just the prize or medal hanging around your neck. And we had such a special time pursuing that together. -- Denna Kastor, 2004 Olympic bronze medalist in the marathon” RunningSportsMotivational QuotesOlympicsTrack And FieldJoe I VigilDeena Kastor Book:Chasing Excellence: The Remarkable Life and Inspiring Vigilosophy of Coach Joe I. Vigil Source: Chasing Excellence: The Remarkable Life and Inspiring Vigilosophy of Coach Joe I. Vigil