See the issue: February 2007

“It’s blood, sweat, sometimes tears.”
–Bob Hayes Two-time Olympic gold medalist in track and field, three-time Pro Bowl wide receiver

“The will to win is important, but the will to prepare is vital.”
–Joe Paterno Second winningest coach in college football history

“My motto was always to keep swinging. Whether I was in a slump or feeling badly or having trouble off the field, the only thing to do was keep swinging.”
–Hank Aaron Record-holder for career homeruns [755]

“Pain is temporary. It may last a minute, or an hour, or a day, or a year, but eventually it will subside and something else will take its place. If I quit, however, it lasts forever.”
–Lance Armstrong Seven-time Tour de France winner

“There are only two options regarding commitment: you’re either in or you’re out. There is no such thing as life in between.”
—Pat Riley Head coach to five NBA championship teams

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