64 Quotes by Wilma Rudolph

Believe me, the reward is not so great without the struggle.

It doesn't matter what you're trying to accomplish. It's all a matter of discipline. I was determined to discover what life held for me beyond the inner-city streets.

I loved the feeling of freedom in running, the fresh air, the feeling that the only person I'm competing with is me.

I ran and ran and ran every day, and I acquired this sense of determination, this sense of spirit that I would never, never give up, no matter what else happened.

Sometimes it takes years to really grasp what has happened to your life.

No matter what accomplishments you make, somebody helps you.

But when you come from a large, wonderful family, there's always a way to achieve your goals.

I don't know why I run so fast. I just run.

I had a series of childhood illnesses; scarlet fever, pneumonia, polio. I walked with braces until I was at least nine years old. My life wasn't like the average person who grew up and decided to enter the world of sports.