52 Quotes by Emil Zatopek

If you want to run, then run a mile. If you want to experience another life, run a marathon.

Is it raining? That doesn't matter. Am I tired? That doesn't matter, either. Then willpower will be no problem.

Everyone said, 'Emil, you are a fool!' But when I first won the European Championship, they said: 'Emil, you are a genius!'

If I can get better, why not?

What has passed is already finished with. What I find more interesting is what is still to come.

Try for a goal that's reasonable, then gradually raise it.

One day the factory sports coach, who was very strict, pointed at four boys, including me, and ordered us to run in a race. I protested that I was weak and not fit to run, but the coach sent me for a physical examination and the doctor said that I was perfectly well. So I had to run, and when I got started I felt I wanted to win. But I only came in second. That was the way it started.

Sri Chinmoy brings Heaven to me. He inspires everyone to be happy. He deserves the biggest gold medal.

It is not necessary to smile and make a wonderful impression on the judges.