The only person who can stop you from reaching your goals is you.
Jackie Joyner-KerseeRead
Ask any athlete: We all hurt at times. I'm asking my body to go through seven different tasks. To ask it not to ache would be too much.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Pain and discomfort are part of the journey in achieving greatness.
Jackie Joyner-Kersee's quote emphasizes that physical pain and discomfort are inevitable when striving to excel, particularly in athletics. It highlights the idea that pushing one's body to its limits is a necessary part of achieving success, and expecting to be free from aches and pains is unrealistic for those who pursue high-level performance.
Themes
PainAthleticsStrengthEndurancePerformance
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech at a sports event.
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The 2012 London Olympic Games fostered a generation of hope. I witnessed women participating for the very first time, representing every nation.
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It is better to look ahead and prepare than to look back and regret.
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I set my sights on making an Olympic team, not realizing how tough it was going to be.
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