Top 25 Bill Toomey Quotes

Too many athletes do not admit their weaknesses.

It is always possible to improve.

A buddy will keep you honest and add a dimension of fun to your workout.

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.

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.

If it were easy, it would have no value.

Past Olympians have a continuing role within the Olympic family.

Then in a fraction of a second, I realized that these sportsmen were not anyone‘s enemies.

We have made drugs an Olympic event. It receives most of the coverage at the Games and even the suspicion of guilt can ruin a reputation for life.

Nutrition is also a valuable component that can help athletes both protect themselves and improve performance.

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.

One of the key elements is the ability to be honest with yourself.

As I mentioned previously, the tools that allow for optimum health are diet and exercise.

Once you have selected a sport or a creative activity, the rules are pretty much the same.

I have read many studies out of the Karolinska Institute in Sweden and they demonstrated that Vitamin E, Co-Q-10, and Fish Oil could protect the immune system of athletes and prevent disease.

The ability to mingle with so many countries and cultures is extremely valuable for men and women.

Those of us who participate realize the incredible honor bestowed on us, but to really understand the true scope and depth of the movement requires more investigation and concentration.

During the 60’s, drug use was in fashion in the U.S.

The fans and supporters are also part of the Olympic family.

Anabolic steroids were not banned until after the 72 Olympics.

Whatever pursuit you undertake, the requirements should start with a love of what it is that you are pursuing.

There is no one magic move or secret that creates victory, but lots of little items that when added together can make you victorious.

The Olympic movement is divided into two very distinct eras.

Realize that from the start, every activity that comprises the journey has value and the ability to teach you something.

I think that money has changed my sport.