Some people create with words or with music or with a brush and paints. I like to make something beautiful when I run. I like to make people stop and say, 'I've never seen anyone run like that before.' It's more than just a race, it's a style. It's doing something better than anyone else. It's being creative.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Prefontaine views running as an artistic expression where style and creativity matter more than just winning a race.
- In plain terms
- Running is a way to create beauty and stand out like an artist.
- What can you take from it?
- Treat your performance as a creative act, not just a competition.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you express yourself in your work?
- Is winning more important than how you win?
Another view
Focusing on style might sometimes detract from optimal racing strategy.
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