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.
BILL TOOMEYThe greatest feeling of accomplishment for me is the fact that I was an athlete who was somewhat disabled.
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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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It is always possible to improve.
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Understand from top to bottom what the effort requires.
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The fans and supporters are also part of the Olympic family.
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My family knew, but most of the sporting world did not realize that my right hand been some 75% paralyzed.
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I have competed before empty stadiums a lot in my career.
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A key factor is to do training that is fun.
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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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Behind every good decathlete, there’s a good doctor.
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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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Whatever pursuit you undertake, the requirements should start with a love of what it is that you are pursuing.
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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 Olympic Games of the Modern Era began in 1896 in the city of Athens.
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Nutrition is also a valuable component that can help athletes both protect themselves and improve performance.
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Anabolic steroids were not banned until after the 72 Olympics.
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