Guest guest Posted January 2, 2006 Report Share Posted January 2, 2006 In a message dated 12/30/2005 9:28:36 A.M. Central Standard Time, Carruthersjam@... writes: <<<VASILI ALEXEYEV: " It seems to me that some of the talented athletes lack one thing-- they haven't had an injury. That's right! An injury that will put them out of commission for a year during which time they'll have a chance to weigh every- thing. I, too, would not be where I am if I had not injured my back. I suffered for a year and a half thinking everything over ... After a misfortune, people pull through and become, if possible, great people -- and sportsmen, in particular. Those who are stronger find their way out and to the top ... Jeff Galloway (A former Olympic 10,000 m runner): " the single greatest cause of improvement is remaining injury-free " . Based upon your own experiences do you agree with the former or the latter or do you have a different perspective on injuries in sport?>>> ***I feel that both are correct. Some athletes will never perform the honest self-analysis needed to become great until they first suffer an injury that puts them out of action for a while. Other athletes become very conscious of the danger of injury and perform that self-analysis constantly, becoming great while working to avoid injury. kson, CST Minneapolis, MN, USA _www.ClubbellTrainer.com_ (http://www.clubbelltrainer.com/) " Better Living Through Movement. " " Be good to yourself. If you don't take care of your body, where will you live? " - Kobi Yamada Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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