I was not talented enough to run and smile at the same time

- Emil Zatopek

Why should I practice running slow? I already know how to run slow. I want to learn to run fast.

- Emil Zatopek

By a persistent effort of will it is possible to change the whole body. The athlete must always keep in mind this concept of change and progression. …

- Emil Zatopek

If you want to run, run a mile. If you want to experience a different life, run a marathon.

- Emil Zatopek

Great is the victory, but the friendship of all is greater.

- Emil Zatopek

There is a great advantage in training under unfavorable conditions. It is better to train under bad conditions, for the difference is then a tremend…

- Emil Zatopek

You can't climb up to the second floor without a ladder. When you set your aim too high and don't fulfill it, then your enthusiasm turns to bitternes…

- Emil Zatopek

It's at the borders of pain and suffering that the men are separated from the boys.

- Emil Zatopek

My running was very simple; it was out of myself.

- Emil Zatopek