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“It's what runners do. We keep on keeping on”

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Amby Burfoot is a renowned American journalist, born on August 19, 1946. He is known for his contributions to running and sports reporting, having won the Pulitzer Prize for his work in this field. more

“We have all learned everything we know physically—from walking to running a marathon—by trial and error, so there's no reason to become our own worst enemies when we suffer a setback. From time to time everyone falls short of their goals. It's an illusion to believe that champions succeed because they do everything perfectly. You can be certain that every archer who hits the bull's-eye has also missed the bull's-eye a thousand times while learning the skill.”

Source: Runner's World Complete Book of Running: Everything You Need to Run for Weight Loss, Fitness, and Competition

“Here’s my mantra: ‘Every mile is a gift.’”

Miles Mantras

Author:Amby Burfoot

“Don't compare yourself with anyone else. The world is full of runners, so you'll probably see one every time you circle the block or your favorite park. Some will be thinner than you, some smoother-striding, some faster. But don't let this get you down. There's only one runner who really counts: you. Running is your activity. Make it work for you, and don't worry about anyone else.”

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Author:Amby Burfoot

“In the longest run of all, your life, you're going to be a winner.”

Running Winner

Author:Amby Burfoot

“Winning is not about headlines and hardware [medals]. It's only about attitude. A winner is a person who goes out today and every day and attempts to be the best runner and best person he can be. Winning is about struggle and effort and optimism, and never, ever, ever giving up.”

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“The challenge and the energy running requires may be a selfish one, but it actually motivates me to be stronger in my relationships.”

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“When I first started running, I was so embarrassed I'd walk when cars passed me. I'd pretend I was looking at the flowers!”

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“Every time I fail, I assume I will be a stronger person for it. I keep on running figuratively and literally, despite a limp that gets more noticeable with each passing season, because for me there has always been a place to go and a terrible urgency to get there.”

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Author:Joan Benoit

“There’s not a better feeling than when you have found that moment of balance and harmony when both running and life come together. Then you know why you run and that you couldn’t live without it.”

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Author:Joan Benoit

“One hour with a child is like a ten-mile run.”

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Author:Joan Benoit

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