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
american-athlete
When I competed, it was for honor and country. It was a privilege to be a part of the U.S. team.
american-athlete distinct
The Olympic movement is divided into two very distinct eras.
american-athlete fraction realized sportsmen
Then in a fraction of a second, I realized that these sportsmen were not anyone's enemies.
american-athlete bestowed depth incredible movement realize requires scope
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.
american-athlete
If it were easy, it would have no value.
added american-athlete creates items lots move secret
There is no one magic move or secret that creates victory, but lots of little items that when added together can make you victorious.
athlete oil sweden
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.
athlete goal ability
Too many athletes don't have the ability to set a goal and then carefully go towards it.
athlete weakness
Too many athletes do not admit their weaknesses.
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.
motivational war athlete
The Olympics have been with the world since 776 B.C., and have only been interrupted by war, especially in the modern era.
athlete helping nutrition
Nutrition is also a valuable component that can help athletes both protect themselves and improve performance.
athlete accomplishment feelings
The greatest feeling of accomplishment for me is the fact that I was an athlete who was somewhat disabled.
american-athlete
During the 60's, drug use was in fashion in the U.S.