My family knew, but most of the sporting world did not realize that my right hand been some 75% paralyzed.
BILL TOOMEYOlympians are the product of the Movement, and to get them to the stadiums, pools and playing fields, it takes the actions of legions of people who might not be Olympians.
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There is no magic move or secret that creates victory but lots of little items that, when added together, can make you victorious.
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The Olympics have been with the world since 776 B.C., and have only been interrupted by war, especially in the modern era.
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Athens will again be the host of the Games in 2004, but there are rumors that they might be switched if the Greeks don’t begin to construct the sites faster.
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I think that money has changed my sport.
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Anabolic steroids were not banned until after the 72 Olympics.
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Nutrition is also a valuable component that can help athletes both protect themselves and improve performance.
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Too many athletes don’t have the ability to set a goal and then carefully go towards it.
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I have competed before empty stadiums a lot in my career.
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My Olympic voyage has continued because it is so rewarding.
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The Ancient Games are relatively obscure to most Olympians, but to understand just what the Games are about, it is really necessary to investigate the roots and the meaning that has transformed culture and society for so many years.
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The East Germans first used biomechanics. This meant that rather than guessing about technique and form, they could apply changes to athletic performance based on science.
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The fans and supporters are also part of the Olympic family.
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Once you have selected a sport or a creative activity, the rules are pretty much the same.
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The greatest feeling of accomplishment for me is the fact that I was an athlete who was somewhat disabled.
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As I mentioned previously, the tools that allow for optimum health are diet and exercise.
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