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I'm an athlete who's very determined and I understand sacrifice.

Allyson Felix

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Allyson Felix
Age: 39
Born: 1985
Born: November 18
Athletics Competitor
Sprinter
Track And Field Athlete
LA
California
Allyson Michelle Felix
Athlete
Determined
Sacrifice
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I had worked so hard that was my opportunity. And my mom was just able to turn it around for me. She helped me to be able to see the other side of things and that this is not the end for me.
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I want to run for eternal glory and track is great, but it's not what life is all about.
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Every moment is not great and sometimes those are the moments in which you learn the most.
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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 finals!
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My mom always has this amazing ability to always see the best in a situation.
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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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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 us.
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Competing at the Olympics is the pinnacle of your career. Everything is amplified, and you feel so proud to represent your country. You're there with athletes from all over the world. Everyone is coming together, putting differences aside.
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Jackie Joyner-Kersee is actually someone I have a personal relationship with and who continues to do amazing things in her community. I continue to be inspired by her. If I can emulate myself after someone it's her and I just hope to have that effect on my community and continue to go on to do things like she has.
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I think every genius person has a bit of insanity.
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Before a race, I block out what's going on in the stadium. It's different for everyone. But for me, I've always been able to block it out. For a sprint race, it's important not to get distracted.
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I definitely think I put more pressure on myself. I can be hard on myself and super-critical and very rarely satisfied or happy. I am my biggest critic.
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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 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 dad's a pastor and a seminary professor, my mom, she has such great faith.
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As you get older, there are going to be a few more challenges, but thankfully I'm still feeling good.
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What's really heavy on my heart is fighting physical inactivity.
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I love a great pair of jeans and a nice blouse.
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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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For me, it's really important to be able to compete on the highest level.
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