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"There are no Failures in Competitive Swimming, Tim Shaw Quote "Each
and everyday you know that somewhere in that evening's main set, he (Mr. Pain)
will be waiting for you - looming. Go after him. Look him right in the eyes, and
don't back down. Do not be fooled by the look on his face that he has "your
number" - it's a façade. He's a paper tiger. Blow right through him.
You'll find that within 150 to 300 yards you've driven through to the
"other side" for that day, and will finish your set with a great
second wind and an awesome feeling found in that unique setting. He'll be
waiting for you tomorrow. You'll have to call his bluff again, but it gets
easier and easier everyday as long as it's in succession. Eventually it will
become a habit, a way of life, to where it's so second nature that you don't
think about it in school or driving to workout, or on the kick set. That is when
you will be a champion - when you've conquered yourself to that degree!"
Silver medal - 1976 Olympics |
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