Ryan Hall Quotes

It took years, honestly, to deal with the disappointment of Beijing.

The best way to become a mentally tough runner is to believe that you're a mentally tough runner

I have my own unique road that has had many exciting ups and heart-breaking downs, but one thing I know is that my journey is not over and the best is yet to come.

I constantly remind myself that resting takes confidence. Anyone can train like a mad man but to embrace rest and to allow all the hard training to come out takes mental strength.

Suffering is an extraordinary teacher.

Nothing is worth your integrity. Not success, not money, not fame. Nothing.

I don't go to the start line expecting to win. I go to the start believing this could be the day when incredible things happen

I was a runner who happened to be a Christian. I needed to become a Christian who happened to be a runner.

I want to run every race with a big heart.

More than the time, it's about how you feel - you want to be strong throughout the race.

I don't know how you keep the world record holder off your team.

It takes faith and the courage to risk failure in order to realize one's destiny. Having had my share of failures throughout my career I know that it is well worth the risk.

I'm constantly searching for the truth amidst a sea of confusion and uncertainty.

I think sometimes you can study guys and build them into giants that they are not.

The big thing is hydrating the day before the race. I will have 20 ounces of water right when I get up in the morning the day before, and I'll drink throughout the day.

I race kind of sparingly.

I've always said that racing in New York is performing on the big stage.

The fact that "Léon: The Professional" doesn't have every award in the world is a sign that it is underrated. I'm not even ashamed to say that I cried during every scene.

I'd want to have the power of mind control. If I had that one skill you'd always see at the bank loading up bags full of cash.

For most of the track world, the Olympic year is such a huge year, and it's a big year for us marathoners too.

I don't really study the guys that I'm racing against.

I couldn't be more excited to return to the ING New York City Marathon.