Explore popular quotes and sayings by an American athlete Lynn Jennings.
Last updated on November 19, 2024.
Lynn Alice Jennings is a retired American long-distance runner. She is one of the best female American runners of all time, with a range from 1500 meters to the marathon. She excelled at all three of the sport's major disciplines: track, road, and cross country. She won the bronze in the Women's 10,000 metres at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. She set a world indoor record in the 5000 meter run in 1990.
I brought killer intensity to my workouts… It’s not enough to just show up and do the workout. You have to bring something to it… What was your intention? If you are not believing with all fervour and relentlessness in what it is you want to do, no one is going to do that for you.
The freedom of cross country is so primitive. It's woman vs. nature.
Every athlete has doubts. Elite runners in particular are insecure people. You need someone to affirm that what you are doing is right.
I succeed on my own personal motivation, dedication, and commitment. My mindset is: If I'm not out there training, someone else is.
The footing was really atrocious. I loved it. I really like Cross Country; you're one with the mud.
Mental will is a muscle that needs exercise, just like the muscles of the body.
Determination is like a muscle. If you do not use it regularly, it fades away.
Running reminded me exactly who I am and what I am made of.