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There are moments that aren't great. And I think it's amazing for people to be able to have some insight, to be able to see the support system and what really happens.
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
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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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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 focused solely on the sprints, dedicated my time there, got in the weight room, just really did everything I could to make sure I would be in the best position to run for gold.
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I love a great pair of jeans and a nice blouse.
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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 feel like I'm always going to be me. It always goes back to being the person that I am. And I hope that will never change.
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Everyone sees the glory moments, but they don't see what happens behind the scenes.
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I'm an athlete who's very determined and I understand sacrifice.
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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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I am a big believer in visualization. I run through my races mentally so that I feel even more prepared.
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I was a disruptive child.
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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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I'm always nervous. If I wasn't nervous, it would be weird. I get the same feeling at all the big races. It's part of the routine, and I accept it. It means I'm there and I'm ready.
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I'm really laid back but I still like to dress up sometimes.
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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 always want to give more than I gave yesterday.
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I think every genius person has a bit of insanity.
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I think it's very important, even if you're not in organized sports, but just to be active, to be healthy.
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Right now I'd say my favorite fashion designer is Zac Posen.
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I think I'm a person who is proud of my [Christian] faith and where I come from.
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