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Bill Rodgers [1947-0] American
Rank: 101
Athlete


William Henry "Bill" Rodgers is an American runner and former American record holder in the marathon who is best known for his four victories in the Boston Marathon, including three straight 1978-1980 and the New York City Marathon between 1976 and 1980.

Sports, Strength



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Being a runner means you are now 'free' to win and lose and live life to its fullest.
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I want to run until I can't run.
102
You cannot always run at your best.
103
Anybody can be a runner... We were meant to move. We were meant to run. It's the easiest sport. Sports
104
If you want to win a race you have to go a little berserk.
105
My guess is many top athletes, distance runners included, use performance-enhancing drugs, enough so that the problem must be tackled.
106
My whole feeling in terms of racing is that you have to be very bold. You sometimes have to be aggressive and gamble.
107
To be a consistent winner means preparing not just one day, one month or even one year - but for a lifetime.
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The marathon can humble you.
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I always say if the marathon is a part-time interest, you will only get part-time results.
110
I like rain, actually.
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I ran my fastest marathon in the rain.
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My biggest weakness as a endurance athlete has been in not drinking enough water after training, thereby racing sometimes while dehydrated.
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I believe in gradual experimentation with running shoes.
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Age 50 is a lot tougher than 40s.
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I believe you'll develop speed via strength work which includes hill running, either repeats, or running hilly courses as the Kenyans do on a steady basis. Strength
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Every race is totally different.
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Hills are terrific for running.
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I believe in keeping running simple and, in regard to shoes, that would mean no gimmicks, unnecessary cushioning, etc.
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The starting line of the New York Marathon is kind of like a giant time bomb behind you about to go off. It is the most spectacular start in sport.
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