Bill Toomey
Bill Toomey
William Anthony Toomeyis a former American track and field competitor and the 1968 Olympic decathlon champion...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionAthlete
Date of Birth10 January 1939
CountryUnited States of America
athlete goal ability
Too many athletes don't have the ability to set a goal and then carefully go towards it.
effort bottom
Understand from top to bottom what the effort requires.
sports thinking changed
I think that money has changed my sport.
inspirational funny doctors
Behind every good decathlete, there's a good doctor.
keys elements honest
One of the key elements is the ability to be honest with yourself.
country team army
When I competed, it was for honor and country. It was a privilege to be a part of the U.S. team.
games greek rumor
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.
cities games eras
The Olympic Games of the Modern Era began in 1896 in the city of Athens.
journey voyages
My Olympic voyage has continued because it is so rewarding.
olympics corny steroid
Anabolic steroids were not banned until after the 72 Olympics.
athlete weakness
Too many athletes do not admit their weaknesses.
mean victory wonderful
Actually, the moment of victory is wonderful, but also sad. It means that your trip is ended.
workout fun dimensions
A buddy will keep you honest and add a dimension of fun to your workout.
motivational athlete people
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.