Do you know that those who run in a race all run, but only one receives the prize? If you decide to run? Run in such a way that you may win. Everyone who competes in the games exercises self-control in all things. They do so to obtain perishable flowers, but we an imperishable. Therefore I run in such a way as not to run aimlessly; I box in such a way, as to avoid hitting air; but I strictly discipline my body and make it my slave, so that, after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified.

As you near the end of a long race, your legs ache, your chest burns, and your whole body cries out for you to stop. This is the moment when friends and fans are most valuable. Their encouragement helps you push through the pain to the finish line.