The Olympic Games of the Modern Era began in 1896 in the city of Athens.
BILL TOOMEYThe 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 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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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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As I mentioned previously, the tools that allow for optimum health are diet and exercise.
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One of the key elements is the ability to be honest with yourself.
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A key factor is to do training that is fun.
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Understand from top to bottom what the effort requires.
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My Olympic voyage has continued because it is so rewarding.
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It is always possible to improve.
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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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People need to know that by donating, coaching, and just lending support, anyone can become part of the wonderful global family.
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Realize that from the start, every activity that comprises the journey has value and the ability to teach you something.
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Olympians 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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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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I have competed before empty stadiums a lot in my career.
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