48 Quotes by Grete Waitz

The worst injury I ever had was a stress fracture from running.

What Fred Lebow went through was an inspiration for me. You have to set goals for yourself.

I tried to keep it secret, but the story got into the newspapers. It was more difficult for my family, who couldn't understand why the media wouldn't leave me in peace.

My goal next year, if the situation allows it, is that I will complete the New York City marathon. I don't know if I will be about to run it.

There is no guarantee. If you are fit and eat well or if you smoke and don't take care of yourself-I had never been sick or hospitalized.

Contrary to a common myth, while there are general guidelines, there is no exact 'right' way to run ... I am amazed by the many ways people move forward.

I work out for my head as much as I do for my body. I'm a thinker. A lot of my ideas come to me more easily when I am running. That is why I like to run in the morning, when there are no distractions ... Now some of my best ideas are born on the run.

I'll never do that again!

I love running. It's as simple as that ... it has given me endless rewards: physical, emotional, and professional. The benefits of running are lifelong. I ran as a child, and I intend to run into my old age.