Bill Toomey

Born :10 January 1939

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Bill Toomey born on 10th January 1939. As of today 7th May 2025 , we have thoughtfully curated a selection of 36 powerful, inspirational, and motivational quotes - carefully handpicked from an extensive archive of life lessons and timeless wisdom. This legendary quote writer was born in american and went on to share won inspiring words with the world, leaving behind a global legacy that transcends borders.

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Athens will again be the host of the Games in 2004, but there are rumors that they might be switched if the Greeks don't begin to construct the sites faster.

I have competed before empty stadiums a lot in my career.

My family knew, but most of the sporting world did not realize that my right hand been some 75% paralyzed.

One of the key elements is the ability to be honest with yourself.

Realize that from the start, every activity that comprises the journey has value and the ability to teach you something.

The Olympic Games of the Modern Era began in 1896 in the city of Athens.

There is no one magic move or secret that creates victory, but lots of little items that when added together can make you victorious.

Too many athletes do not admit their weaknesses.

We have made drugs an Olympic event. It receives most of the coverage at the Games and even the suspicion of guilt can ruin a reputation for life.

I have read many studies out of the Karolinska Institute in Sweden and they demonstrated that Vitamin E, Co-Q-10, and Fish Oil could protect the immune system of athletes and prevent disease.

The East Germans first used biomechanics. This meant that rather than guessing about technique and form, they could apply changes to athletic performance based on science.

The Ancient Games are relatively obscure to most Olympians, but to understand just what the Games are about, it is really necessary to investigate the roots and the meaning that has transformed culture and society for so many years.

When I competed, it was for honor and country. It was a privilege to be a part of the U.S. team.

Too many athletes don't have the ability to set a goal and then carefully go towards it.

Understand from top to bottom what the effort requires.

Whatever pursuit you undertake, the requirements should start with a love of what it is that you are pursuing.

Olympians are the product of the Movement, and to get them to the stadiums, pools and playing fields, it takes the actions of legions of people who might not be Olympians.

Those of us who participate realize the incredible honor bestowed on us, but to really understand the true scope and depth of the movement requires more investigation and concentration.