Quotes by Allyson Felix

About Allyson Felix:

Allyson Michelle Felix is an American track and field sprint athlete who competes in the 100 meters, 200 meters and 400 meters. At 200 meters, she is the 2012 Olympic champion, a 3-time World champion (2005–09), and 2-time Olympic silver medalist (2004–08). In 2015, she became World champion at 400 meters. She has won three additional Olympic gold medals as a member of the United States' women's relay teams; two at 4 x 400 meters (2008–12) and one as part of the 2012 world-record 4 x 100 meters team.
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I grew up in a Christian home with amazing parents.

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My dad's a pastor and a seminary professor; my mom, she has such great faith.

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Try to think of working out and healthy eating as a lifestyle. Rather than go on a diet or try a crazy exercise routine, try making them something you do every day.

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I majored in elementary education, and I have a passion for kids.

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My mom is great and I make sure that we pray together before every race. She helps me put everything in perspective and remind me of the real reason I run.

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I love a great pair of jeans and a nice blouse.

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I have learned that track doesn't define me. My faith defines me. I'm running because I have been blessed with a gift.

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My faith inspires me so much. It is the very reason that I run. I feel that my running is completely a gift from God and it is my responsibility to use it to glorify him.

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It was not until the end of my freshman year in high school that I thought I could really have a future in track and field. I definitely did not think I could make it to the Olympics back then, though; I was just focused on making it to the state fin...

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The most important lesson that I have learned is to trust God in every circumstance. Lots of times we go through different trials and following God's plan seems like it doesn't make any sense at all. God is always in control and he will never leave u...

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My speed is a gift from God, and I run for His glory. Whatever I do, it all comes from him.

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Philippians 1:21 is very special to me because it helps to keep my life centered.

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You know, I love wearing heels. I wish I could wear them all the time, but, you know, my sport doesn't really permit it.

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I love the relays. Track is such an individual sport, so it's fun to do something together.

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I am a sprinter, and I love to go fast. It's very difficult for me to be patient and follow a race strategy or conserve energy.

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The biggest way I stay motivated is to run with a group of friends. Sometimes it's hard to get going by yourself, but if you have a plan and a meeting time, you know this run will happen for sure. It's a way to have fun - while also getting in a work...

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I always look back to my first Olympic medal in 2004 in Athens. I was very new to the sport, and it was my first big win at the Olympics.

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I myself am frustrated in just where sports are at. It's a hard thing when you're out there working every day, and you know that someone else is cheating and they may not necessarily get caught.

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I think that kids aren't even exploring the option of sports anymore, and they don't even know what they could do.

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I spend around two and half hours on the track every day running and another 2 hours in the weight room lifting weights with my strength coach.

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Author Bio

  • NameAllyson Felix
  • Descriptiontrack and field sprint athlete
  • AliasesAllyson Michelle Felix
  • BornNovember 18, 1985
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionSprinter